Aesir vs Vanir - War of the Norse Gods

Aesir vs Vanir - War of the Norse Gods

Author: Raconteur November 13, 2020 Duration: 4:05

The Aesir vs the Vanir, an epic battle between the two tribes of Norse  Gods that was a defining point in Norse mythology. The Aesir, known for  their strength and bravery, fought a straightforward war as only they  knew, with great weapons and brute force. The Vanir however, who  favoured magic and trickery, used the more subtle means of their powers.

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