Ullr, also known as Ullr or Ull in Old Norse, is a Norse god associated with winter, skiing, hunting, and archery. In the surviving Norse mythology, Ullr is portrayed as a skilled archer and skier, often depicted traveling on skis or snowshoes and wielding a bow. He is sometimes referred to as the "God of Skiing" or the "God of Winter," highlighting his connection to cold weather and winter sports.
While Ullr's presence in the surviving Eddas and sagas is relatively limited, he is mentioned in the Prose Edda, written by Snorri Sturluson. In this text, Ullr is described as the son of Sif and the stepson of Thor. He is said to be handsome in appearance and possessing warrior-like characteristics. The Poetic Edda also makes brief mentions of Ullr, suggesting that he was once a more prominent deity in Norse religion, possibly with a larger role in earlier, unrecorded myths. His name appears in various place names throughout Scandinavia, indicating that he may have been widely worshipped in certain regions during the Viking Age.
Ullr is a Norse god associated with winter, skiing, hunting, and archery. He is often portrayed as a skilled archer and skier, embodying the spirit of winter sports and cold weather activities.
The exact origins of Ullr in Norse mythology are unclear. Unlike some other gods, there is no specific creation myth associated with Ullr. His worship may predate many of the better-known Norse gods, suggesting ancient roots in Nordic culture.
Parents:
Step-father: Thor (god of thunder)
Children: No known children are mentioned in the surviving myths.