The Legend
Gjallarhorn, whose name means the yelling or resounding horn, belongs to Heimdall, the ever-watchful guardian of the gods. From his post at Himinbjörg, where the rainbow bridge Bifröst meets the sky, Heimdall keeps watch over the approaches to Asgard.
The horn's blast can be heard throughout every one of the Nine Worlds. Heimdall guards it carefully, for it is to be sounded only once, at the moment the enemies of the gods march on Asgard and Ragnarök begins.
The horn is also linked to the well of Mímir, which lies beneath one of the roots of Yggdrasil. Some tales say Gjallarhorn rests in those wise waters, and that Mímir drinks from it each morning.
Powers and Uses
Heard Across the Worlds
Its call carries through all Nine Worlds, rousing gods, giants, and the dead alike
The Alarm of Ragnarök
A single mighty blast summons the Æsir and the einherjar to make their last stand
Quick Facts
Its Keeper
The Watchman's Trust
Heimdall needs less sleep than a bird and can see for a hundred leagues by day or night
Bound to Mímir's Well
Some say the horn lies hidden in the waters of wisdom beneath Yggdrasil
Current Location
Himinbjörg, by Bifröst
Kept ready at Heimdall's hall at the edge of heaven, where the rainbow bridge meets Asgard