Gylfi

Gylfi was the Isu Era King of what is now Sweden preceding Odin, usually considered a mythological figure.

Biography

Gylfi fell in love with a woman, who later revealed herself as Gefjon. Gylfi was angered by her reveal as she split his kingdom in half. From then, he believed he had been lied to and that the gods had played a nasty trick on him.

Wishing to know more about the Æsir after Gefjon's betrayal, Gylfi traveled to Asgard to ask the three rulers, High, Just-as-High, and Third details on all he had questions about. The stories of Ginnungagap, the Jötnar, men and gods left Gylfi speechless. He especially felt for Odin and his fated end. The three rulers proceeded to tell Gylfi more about Odin, Gylfi wanted to hear more about the Æsir–Vanir War. Though he thought their lack of humility was amusing.

While in Asgard, although not wanting to seem rude to his hosts, Gylfi asks what feats they had performed that made them worthy of adoration. They told them stories of Thor and Loki, among others. Amazed at the stories of Thor, Gylfi remained wary of Loki. Intent on learning more about Loki, Gylfi was shocked to hear about the hand Loki played in Baldr's death.

Pushing for more information on the supposed end of the world that Ragnarök would bring, after being told all the stories that High, Just-as-High, and Third had to offer, Gylfi left Asgard. Before leaving, the three rulers told Gylfi to spread the stories that they told him, to which he did.

Personality and traits

Gylfi possessed an inquisitive nature, though was slightly distrusting of the gods after being wronged by Gefjon.

Appearances

• Echoes of History (voice only)