Hodr is a figure from Norse mythology, known as the blind god of winter and darkness. He is the brother of Baldr, the god of light and beauty. In the myths, Hodr is often depicted as a tragic character, manipulated by the trickster god Loki into killing Baldr with a mistletoe arrow, leading to significant consequences for the gods.
Hodr's story highlights themes of fate and the consequences of actions. After the death of Baldr, Hodr is killed by Víðarr, another son of Odin, as part of the cycle of vengeance and retribution among the gods. His tale serves as a reminder of the complexities of good and evil in mythology.