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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Hriston" data-source="post: 7270915" data-attributes="member: 6787503">Gods are complicated. Nevertheless, when he wanders the earth disguised in a traveler's cloak and hat, he is the original archetype of the wizard, and the inspiration for Gandalf. Nor do I, but there are other adventuring trios in Norse mythology. There's the story of Thor, Loki, and Thor's bond servant Thialfi's journey to Utgard. Each is highlighted for his particular abilities, Thialfi for being the fastest runner, Loki for being the fastest eater, and Thor for feats of drinking, strength, and fighting. Another trio is composed of Thor, Loki, and Hoenir, who gave reason to humans, although their adventure lacks detail except as the backdrop of their meeting with the giant Thiazi in eagle form. Also, Odin and Thor go into battle side-by-side along with the other Aesir to the battle of Ragnarok.</blockquote>