Who is Jörmungandr?

Q: Who is Jörmungandr?


A: Jörmungandr is a sea serpent, also known as the Midgard Serpent.

Q: What is Jörmungandr's origin?


A: Jörmungandr is the child of Loki and the giantess Angrboða.

Q: How did Jörmungandr get into the great ocean that encircles Midgard?


A: According to the Prose Edda, Odin took Jörmungandr and tossed him into the great ocean that encircles Midgard.

Q: Why did Jörmungandr receive the name of the Midgard Serpent?


A: Jörmungandr received the name of the Midgard Serpent because he became so large that he was able to surround the Earth and grasp his own tail.

Q: What will Jörmungandr do upon the onset of Ragnarök?


A: Upon the onset of Ragnarök, Jörmungandr will release his tail and be met in battle by his arch-enemy, Thor.

Q: Who is Thor?


A: Thor is the god of thunder, known for his strength and bravery in battle.

Q: Who are Jörmungandr's siblings?


A: Jörmungandr's siblings are the wolf Fenrir and Hel.

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