Hallgerðr langbak

Hallgerðr langbak is a figure from Norse mythology and medieval Icelandic sagas, known as a skilled seeress and sharer of wisdom. Her name means "Hallgerðr the long-back," and she is often depicted as a wise woman with mystical abilities, capable of perceiving the future and understanding hidden secrets. In stories, she plays the role of a counselor or prophetess, providing guidance to heroes and kings. Her character embodies themes of knowledge, mysticism, and the importance of prophetic insight within Norse cultural narratives.