Other Beings

 I've been digging deeper into the relationships between humans, dwarves, and humans. It's really interesting because many mythologists are confused on this topic of Norse Mythology. They use Eddas, or old Nordic poems, to determine whether or not there is any relationship between these beings.

 Elves are often described as demi-godlike humans, with pointed ears and long, slender, unnaturally beautiful faces. They are capable of inflicting illnesses on humans, as well as healing. Humans and elves could interbreed, causing hybrids who looked like humans but had the magical powers of elves. In many Eddas, they are potrayed as close to the Vanir gods, and there are times when there are no distinction between the two beings. Some mythologists believe that humans supposedly turned into elves after death. 

 Surprisingly, dwarves were never actually described as short humanoids. In Norse Mythology, they were described as pitch black giants with amazing craftsmanship skills. If caught in the sun, they immedietly turned to stone. They arer also described of giant human corpses. They are responsible for the many magical items of the gods, and are wise and magically strong. They are also called dark elves, as they dwell in an underground labrynth and are notable for their blood-thirsty characteristics.

 Though this may be a short post, it's important to understand that there are other beings the old Nordic people worshipped. The Aesir gods, though they are the most important, aren't the only ones who humans credited with the way things functioned.