Heimdall is the protector of Asgard. He has nine mothers, the wave daughters of Aegir and Rán. As Aegir is a powerful giant and Rán is a goddess, Heimdall has both divine blood and giant blood running through his veins.
Naturally, as a protector of Asgard, he could not leave it. Yet he had greatly enhanced vision, allowing him to spectate events taking place in other realms. His vision did not just allow him to see far ahead in a physical sense, as he had the power of foresight as well.
Heimdall wields the Gjallarhorn, a horn that has the power to alert all gods whenever Asgard would be under attack. He blows this horn during Ragnarok, signaling the arrival of the armies of giants. During the battle that follows, he and Loki are destined to kill one other.
Modern Appearances
Literature
- Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman – Covers Heimdall as guardian of the Bifrost.
- Prose Edda by Snorri Sturluson – Describes Heimdall’s senses and his role at Ragnarök.
Film and Television
- Thor (2011, Marvel) – Idris Elba portrays Heimdall as the all-seeing guardian.
Video Games
- God of War Ragnarök – Heimdall appears as an antagonist with precognitive abilities.
Modern Appearances
Literature
- Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman – Covers Heimdall as guardian of the Bifrost.
- Prose Edda by Snorri Sturluson – Describes Heimdall’s senses and his role at Ragnarök.
Film and Television
- Thor (2011, Marvel) – Idris Elba portrays Heimdall as the all-seeing guardian.
Video Games
- God of War Ragnarök – Heimdall appears as an antagonist with precognitive abilities.