The Myth and Legend of Freya on Hildisvíni:
In Norse mythology, Freya is the goddess of fertility, love, beauty, and war. She is one of the most revered deities, associated with both life and death. Freya receives half of the fallen warriors in her field, Fólkvangr, while the other half go to Valhalla.
Hildisvíni, Freya’s battle boar, is a legendary creature whose name means “battle swine.” It is said to have a golden coat and immense strength. In one story, Hildisvíni is actually a warrior named Óttar, transformed into a boar to serve and protect Freya on her journeys. This boar symbolizes both fertility and power, reflecting Freya’s dual nature as a goddess of both life and battle. Hildisvíni accompanies her in war, representing the untamed force of nature and Freya’s ability to command both love and death.