Legendary Weapons trivia
Legendary Weapons Mini Quiz
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Which iron accessories does Thor wear to grip and wield Mjölnir in Norse mythology?
Thor wears iron gauntlets called Járngreipr to grip Mjölnir, while his belt Megingjörð doubles his physical strength.
Who returns Excalibur to the lake after King Arthur's final battle?
In Malory's account, King Arthur orders Sir Bedivere to cast Excalibur into the lake, where a mysterious hand takes the sword.
Gungnir is what type of weapon in Norse mythology?
The Prose Edda calls Gungnir the spear that becomes Odin’s possession; Thor’s famous weapon, Mjölnir, is a hammer.
What unusual flaw does Mjölnir have in Norse mythology?
Loki's mischief interrupted the forge work, leaving Mjölnir's handle shorter than intended.
Which Norse god receives Gungnir from Loki?
Loki presents several dwarf-made treasures to the gods, giving Gungnir to Odin after the smithing contest.
What earlier name for Kusanagi appears in Japanese mythology?
The name means "Sword of the Gathering Clouds"; the grass-cutting legend supplied Kusanagi's familiar name. [TOUKENZA](https://toukenza.jp/en/famous-swords/kusanagi-no-tsurugi)
What Welsh name do Arthurian texts use for Excalibur?
Welsh Arthurian texts call Arthur's sword Caledfwlch; later French and English forms developed into Excalibur.
Which craftsmen make Gungnir in the Prose Edda?
The same dwarves also make Sif’s golden hair and Freyr’s ship Skíðblaðnir.
In Norse mythology, which god wields Mjölnir?
Thor uses Mjölnir to defend the gods and humans from threatening giants.
What happens when Mjölnir is thrown in Norse mythology?
Mjölnir's magical construction lets Thor call the hammer back after throwing it.