valkyrie

• Weibliche Gestalt aus der nordischen Mythologie, eine der Walküren Odins, die gefallene Krieger auswählten und nach Walhall führten.

A proper noun from Norse mythology referring to one of the maidens of Odin who selected heroes to be slain in battle and escorted them to Valhalla.

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1. Mythological Chooser of the SlainC1formal

   In Norse mythology, a female figure who serves Odin by selecting which warriors will die in battle and guiding their souls to Valhalla.

   Mythologische Wählerin der Gefallenen

   • The Valkyrie descended upon the battlefield to choose the bravest fallen warriors.
   • In the sagas, a Valkyrie is often depicted riding a winged horse.
   • Odin sent his Valkyries to escort the slain heroes to the eternal hall.