The Hall of Heorot

Jarl Vader, Son of Muspelheim

In Norse mythology, Surtr (the black one) will lead Muspelheim’s sons to Ragnarök. He will “ride in front, and both before and behind him there will be burning fire […] Light will shine from [his sword] more brightly than from the sun.” “In Surtur’s grasp the Sword of Revenge blazes, adding a blood red colour to the twilight of the whole world.” He will defeat all of the [remaining] Æsir, his fire will burn all of the heavens and the earth, save for the few that sought refuge in the woods Hoddmímis holt.

The troll cross (trollkors) is a twisted piece of metal worn as an amulet to ward off malevolent magic. A charm worn by early Scandinavian peoples as protection against trolls and elves, the troll cross is an important part of Scandinavian folklore. Iron and crosses were both believed to ward off evil creatures.

Troll crosses continue to be a popular item of jewelry throughout Scandinavia. 

Storehouse from Rofshus, Telemark (now at the Norsk Folkemuseum in Oslo)