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Scandinavian and Norse dragons are mostly of the mean sort. Ajatar, in particular is allied with the devil and disease.



General Notes:
  • Milky Way was often called the "Worm of Middle Earth"
  • May have influenced or been influenced by the dragons of China.
  • Dragon and snake worship started before Christianity came, especially north of the Baltic Sea.
  • Sometimes a way to show the people how precious life was. Specifically when it attacked virgins since they were considered to be the source of humanity.
  • Haftvad may also personify a dragon
  • Orm / Ormr is the translation for dragon in the region

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