The Adventures Between the Two Rivers.

Sinmara, the daughter of Izdubar and Móðguðr, a young woman; who has inherited the fire of adventure.

Sinmara was within Carcassone, the City of Heroes, the City of Marvels. But Carcassone also went by another title; The City Colosseum.

Carcassone was the place where heroes went to do battle with other heroes.

Sinmara entered the arena. Her strawberry-blonde hair dancing in the wind. Her emerald eyes glowing with excitement. And her skin was like polished marble.

Sinmara smiled, as she raised her hand into the air. The crowd cheered.

Sinmara lowered her hand, as her opponent had arrived.

” Orion ” said Sinmara, as she pulled out her two weapons; the Trident of Lucifer, and the Bident of Hades.

This Orion is not the one you are thinking of. This Orion is the son of Lirazel, nephew of Gaznak, and grandson of Elrohir.

Orion has starry eyes, platinum hair, and elf ears.

Orion pulled out his club and sword.

” This is going to be a short fight, ” said Orion with a grin.

” Just like your sex life? ” said Sinmara with a smirk.

Orions grin vanished, and he could feel a burn on his arm, as the whole crowd went; ” Ohhhhhh ”

The crowd now fell silent, as the battle began.

Each fighter showed warrior brilliance.

” Not bad ” said Orion, as his breathing had gotten heavier and faster.

” Likewise ” said Sinmara, as she wiped away some sweat.

The fight now took a turn, as A Kith of the Elf-Folk, a dragon-elf, entered the arena.

” Ladies, gentleman ” said Kalypso, as she winked to Sinmara and Orion.

” Daum ” said both Sinmara and Orion, as both were awe-stricken by Kalypsos beauty.

Kalypso pulled out Odysseus – her polearm.

The whole crowd roared in excitement. Not only was the fighting great. But all three individuals were truly eye-candies.

” How the hell did the battle end in a draw? ” said Orion, as all three were bathing together, while enjoying some Gaza Wine.

The two women shrugged their shoulders.

” Hmmm ”

After a moment of silence, Orion asked;

” So, what are you two up to? ”

” Just traveling, ” answered Kalypso with a smile.

Orion and Kalypso both now looked at Sinmara.

” I am looking for Hálogi ”

Amazed looks befell both Orion and Kalypso.

” What for? ” asked Kalypso, curious.

” I intend to defeat him ”

” He has been causing a lot of trouble… ” said Orion, faintly.

Sinmara now got up from the bath.

” Well, if you both will excuse me ”

” Wait ” said Orion; ” do you even know where to look? ”

Sinmara paused for a moment. She then said;

” No… ”

A smile befell Orions face.

” Do you? ” said Sinmara, surprised and curious.

” I know where we can gather information, ” said Orion with a smug smile.

” Where? ”

” The Nine Worlds ”

As the gang were making their way towards the StarGate-Bifrost Portal. A song befell over them all;

” Across the desert we rode ” sang Sinmara.

” Across many dimensions we are about to cross ” sang Orion.

” With no clue as to what dangers await ” sang Kalypso.

” Despite it all, we ride ahead! ”

” A new fellowship has been made! ”

” And despite what awaits! We shall face it straight ahead! ”

All three now sang in one voice;

” And when all is done – we shall enjoy some Ebla beer in bed! ”

The fellowship had now arrived at the throne of Yarni Zai – where the Guardian of the Earth sat on his Mountain Throne.

” He is huge! ” exclaimed Orion, as everyone and everything were being eclipsed by Yarni Zais shadow.

Yarni Zai is the Word Guardian. If, or when, there is a threat to the world. Yarni Zai rises to personally deal with the threat.

The StarGate-Bifrost Portal is also located at the feet of Yarni Zai.

The fellowship dismounted, and said farewell to their steeds.

Orion now walked up to activate the portal.

” Where are we heading? ” asked Sinmara.

” Well ” said Orion; ” the best place to gather information about Hálogi; would probably be in the kingdom of fire – Muspelheim ”

The portal was set to Muspelheim, and the gang now walked within.

Real quick before we move forward.

I just want to name the Nine Worlds, and their respective rulers;

Álfheimr – Elrohir.

Muspelheim – Gibil.

Asgard – Baldur.

Niðavellir – Abhartach.

Middle-Gard – Sigurd Ring.

Jötunheimr – Utgard-Loki.

Vanaheim – Freya.

Niflheim – Gaznak.

Helheim – Hel.

The gang now exited the portal.

” Welcome to Muspel- ” Orion stopped short. For the gang did not find themselves within a realm of fire and brimstone. But, instead, they found themselves surrounded by forest and life.

” Orion? ” said Kalypso.

” Yes? ”

” Where are we? ”

” Im… I am not sure… ” said Orion, confused.

” Did you set the portal to Muspelheim? ” asked Sinmara.

” I did ” said Orion, self-assured; ” I don understand… ”

” Well, regardless ” said Sinmara; ” Where are we now? ”

Orion looked around. He then said;

” Wait… I know this place… ”

An arrow landed near the fellowship.

” Álfheim! ” exclaimed Orion, joyfully.

” Did you bring us here on purpose? ” said Kalypso, as she pulled out Odysseus.

” No! No! – Orion paused for a moment – at least… I don think so… ”

” No matter, ” said Sinmara, as she pulled out her bident and trident; ” are the elves here friendly? ”

” Yes, ” said Orion.

But both Sinmara and Kalypso could see that Orion was holding something back.

” What are you not telling us? ”

” Well… ” said Orion, as he pulled out his sword and club; ” the elves are friendly… but the skrælingjar can be a bit hostile… ”

Before Orion could say more. A group of skrælingjar had now surrounded the gang. And each skrælingjar, both man and woman, were pointing their arrows at the fellowship.

” Hey, Orion? ” said Kalypso.

” Yeah? ”

” Why don you use your bow? ”

Orion paused, as he looked at the bow on his back.

” It would be too easy… and no fun ” said Orion with a smile, as he held his sword and club tightly.

Kalypso just shrugged her shoulders.

A female skræling now walked up to the gang.

” Wow… ” said Sinmara, faintly, as the female skræling was truly a sight to behold.

” Who are you two? ” asked the skræling, softly and sternly.

” Don you mean three? ” said Kalypso.

” Orion we know. You two – we do not. ”

” Hey Ziio ” said Orion, as he waved.

” So, I ask again; who are you two? ”

” They are my friends, ” said Orion, as he put his weapons away, and walked up to Ziio.

Ziio looked at Orion. She then looked back at Sinmara and Kalypso.

” Very well ” said Ziio; ” just make sure that they do not get into any kind of trouble ”

” Will do ” said Orion with a smile; ” oh, and Ziio? ”

” Yes? ”

” You look nice ”

Ziio rolled her eyes at Orion, while smiling.

” See you ” said Ziio, as she vanished along with the other skrælingjar.

” You two know each other? ” asked Sinmara.

” We grew up together ” said Orion, as he was reliving some childhood memories – of him and Ziio hunting in the forest; together.

” Come on ” said Orion, as he snapped back to reality; ” let us meet my grandfather ”

The fellowship now made their way to the City of the Elf-King.

Kalypso and Sinmara were both ”drinking in ” the many beautiful elves, while they were making their way towards the palace.

Entering the throne room, there sat the King of Álfheim – Elrohir, the Elf-King.

Elrohir noticed Orion.

” My grandchild, ” said Elrohir, fondly and warmly.

” Grandpa, ” said Orion with a smile.

The two of them embraced, while Sinmara and Kalypso both looked on.

” So ” said Elrohir, as everyone was enjoying a feast; ” what brings you all here? ”

” We were heading to Muspelheim… but it seems Orion did not know how to set the portal… ” said Sinmara with glee, as she was looking at Orion, who was blushing.

Elrohir giggled.

” You never really did master the art of runes ”

” I did my best… ” said Orion, shyly.

” I know ” said Elrohir, as he placed a hand on Orions shoulder; ” and I am proud of you for trying ”

Orion smiled.

After a few drinks and bites, Elrohir asked;

” Why are you all going to Muspelheim? ”

” We are looking for Hálogi, ” said Sinmara.

The whole room fell silent.

” Hálogi… ” said Elrohir, as he sat back in his chair.

” What is it? ” asked Orion, as he noticed the grievous look on his grandfather.

After a pause. Elrohir said;

” He was here… not too long ago ”

Orion now understood.

” Where? ”

The fellowship were all standing before a large burnt down forest.

” We tried to fight him off ” said Elrohir; ” but, sadly, this forest paid the price ”

Orion fell to his knees.

” I used to hunt here… this place was so full of life… ”

Sinmara placed a hand on Orions shoulder.

” Is there anything we can do? ” asked Sinmara.

Elrohir shook his head.

” My magic is healing the ground and green. but… it is going to take some time ”

Orion looked disheartened.

Elrohir clapped Orions shoulder. He then walked away.

Sinmara and Kalypso both sat down next to Orion.

” It will all grow back, ” said Kalypso.

” Yes ” said Orion; ” after thousands of years… ”

Sinmara noticed something among the ashes. She smiled, and then helped Orion up by the shoulder.

” What? ” said Orion, but Sinmara did not answer.

Orion now saw what Sinmara had noticed. There was a small sapling among all the ash.

Orion could feel hope within his chest. He kneeled down. Said some words of power, and the sapling now grew a little.

Sinmara and Kalypso both smiled, as they looked on.

” There is hope… ” said Orion, as his tear landed on the sapling.

The gang spent a couple of days within Álfheim. But it was now time to leave.

” Be safe, ” said Elrohir.

” We will, ” said Orion.

Orion now noticed Ziio standing on the branch of a tree.

Ziio waved to Orion, and Orion waved back.

Orion activated the portal. And the fellowship now walked within.

” Welcome to- ”

You guys can probably guess why Orion stopped short.

The fellowship had not arrived in Muspelheim. They were in Asgard – they just didn know it yet.

” I did say; that your grandfather should have set the portal, ” said Kalypso.

Orion paused.

” But… I wanted to… ” said Orion, as he sounded like a pouting child.

” Nevermind that, said Sinmara; ” where are we?… and why does this wall look like a coiled snake? ”

Before the fellowship stood a massive and wide wall – which appeared to be a curled up snake.

” I will take a look, ” said Orion, as he climbed the wall.

” It is so warm, ” said Orion, as he was climbing.

Orion was just reaching the top. He now looked over the edge, and that was when Jormungandr was looking back at Orion – for Jormungandr was the wall.

Orion was looking at Jormungandr – without blinking.

Orion now started to climb down Jormungandrs body. But that was when he felt a gush of air hit him.

Orion turned around, and there stood colossal Fenrir looking at him.

Orion paused. He then said;

” Who is a good boy? You are ”

” Of course I am, ” said Fenrir, without hesitation.

Orion just looked at Fenrir.

For those wondering;

Jormungandr is Asgards wall. And Fenrir is Asgards guard dog.

(Note; I got the idea from Lars-Henrik Olsen)

Jormungandr becomes Asgards wall, when Heimdallr sleeps. For Heimdallr must close his eyes to sleep. Thus; he can not watch out for any danger. And that is when Jormungandr transforms into his world serpent form, and covers all of Asgard with his body.

For if someone were to climb Jormungandrs body – Jormungandr would of course feel the individual. So, Jormungandr can either decide to take care of the threat himself, or ask his brother to deal with the threat.

Ratatoskr landed on Fenrirs nose.

” Who are you, guys? ” asked the Sly Messenger.

” Intruders, ” said Fenrir.

” No! ” exclaimed Orion, as he was still on Jormungandrs body.

” Wait a minute… ” said Ratatoskr, as he got a closer look at Orion; ” you are Lirazels son ”

” Wait ” said Fenrir; ” that would make him Elrohirs grandson… ”

Orion nodded.

Jormungandr now helped the gang with getting into Asgard; by giving them all a ride on his head.

” So ” said Sinmara; ” this is the home of the æsir? ”

” Yep ” said Ratatoskr, as he jumped onto Sinmaras shoulder; ” many of the æsir and einherjar are asleep right now. But you guys should find some still awake at the great hall ”

The gang now all entered the great feasting hall.

” Wow ” said Sinmara, as she beheld the mighty structure, and beautiful architecture.

And sure enough, there were still some æsir awake.

There sat Thor and Freya. Baldur was there too. Baldur was sitting on Odins former throne; Lidskjalv – the throne which grants one the ability to see across all the Nine Worlds.

Next to Baldur was Fenrirs wife, the white wolf; Blanca.

There was also someone else, who caught Sinmaras eye – Surtr, who was in his less ”monstrous ” form, but he still looked like he was on fire, with a beard of obsidian.

Sinmara and Surtr both looked into each others eyes. The two of them felt bound for some reason.

” Something wrong? ” asked Kalypso, as she placed a hand on Sinmaras shoulder.

” What? ” said Sinmara, as she snapped back to reality; ” I am fine ”

Thor and Freya both noticed that Surtr also seemed to come back to reality.

Baldur arose from his throne.

” Welcome ” said the King of Asgard with open arms.

Orion noticed Baldurs silky platinum blonde hair.

Sinmara noticed Baldurs welcoming and kind smile. And Kalypso fell in love with Baldurs warm blue eyes.

Everyone introduced themselves, and they all now sat down to enjoy some mead and Ebla beer.

Surtr sat down next to Sinmara.

” Do I know you? ” he asked.

” I don think so, ” replied Sinmara, calmly.

Surtr looked deep into Sinmaras eyes, and Sinmara did not seem to mind.

” What is going on? ” whispered Kalypso to Orion.

” Don know… ” said Orion, as he took a sip of his drink.

” Who is your father? ” asked Surtr, trying to start a conversation.

” My father is the Lord of Kulaba ” replied Sinmara.

The hall fell silent.

” Izdubar… ” said Baldur, faintly.

(Note; Izdubar inherited Kulaba from his great grandfather; Enmerkar.)

” Who is your mother? ” asked Surtr, curious.

” Móðguðr ”

” Really? ” said Freya with a smile.

Freya took a closer look at Sinmara.

” You do look like her ”

Surtr had one more question.

” Are you sure that we don know each other? ”

Sinmara took a sip of her drink.

” Pretty sure ”

Sinmara paused for a moment. She then said;

” But I would like to get to know you ”

Surtrs eyes widened in delight.

” Before that ” said Baldur; ” tell us; what brings you all here? ”

” We are looking for Hálogi, ” said Kalypso, casually.

The hall fell silent once more, as Thor looked very serious.

” Why are you looking for him? ” asked the god of lightning and thunder.

” We are going to defeat him, ” said Sinmara with a smile.

Thor looked at Sinmara, he then looked back at his drink.

” Hálogi… now that brings back memories… ” said Thor, as he remembered the adventure in Utgard-Lokis palace.

Sinmara now noticed something.

” Where is Mjölnir? ” she asked.

” Meili has it ”

” Who? ”

” My brother ”

” Why don you have it? ”

” I am retired, ” said Thor, as he placed his feet on the table.

” Brother, ” said Baldur.

Thor now took his feet off the table.

” So ” said Freya; ” do you guys know where to look? ”

” I take it to mean; that he is not here, ” said Kalypso.

” He was here ”

” What happened? ” asked Sinmara.

” I beat the shit out of him, ” said Surtr, as he casually flexed his guns.

” More like you scared him off, ” said Freya.

” Why did you have to ruin it… ” said Surtr, as he sounded defeated.

Sinmara giggled.

” What do we do now? ” said Orion.

The doors to the hall were now kicked open. And in walked Meili, as the sound of thunder could be heard.

” Brother! ” yelled Meili, joyfully and excitedly.

Thor held up his hand.

Meili showed a look of confusion.

Mjölnir now flew into Thors hand.

” I am still worthy ” said Thor, as lightning crackled from Mjölnir.

Using Lidskjalv. Baldur told the gang that he had spotted Hálogi in Vanaheim – Freyas kingdom. And this is why Freya decided to tag along with the fellowship.

” At least this time; we will arrive at the designated realm, ” said Kalypso to Sinmara, as she was looking at Orion.

Orion just pouted, as Freya set the portal.

Before she jumped into the portal. Sinmara saw that Surtr was waving goodbye. With a warm smile; Sinmara waved goodbye in return. She then vanished in the portal.

Surtr was certain that he would see Sinmara again. And he was correct.

The gang, along with Freya, had all now arrived in Vanaheim.

Sinmara, Orion, and Kalypso, were all three left speechless; by the sheer beauty of the realm.

” Yeah ” said Freya with a smile; ” that can happen to first-lookers ”

” Your majesty, ” said a voice.

Sinmaras eyes widened, for she recognized that voice.

” Mother… ” said Sinmara, as she teared up.

” My darling girl… ” said Móðguðr, as she too teared up.

Mother and daughter embraced.

Freya, Orion, and Kalypso, all went out to explore; while Sinmara and Móðguðr talked.

” Mother ” said Sinmara; ” how come you are here? Why are you not with dad? ”

Móðguðr smiled.

” Oh no… ” uttered Sinmara in horror; ” did you two have a fight? ”

Móðguðr had a look of confusion and surprise on her face.

” No, silly, ” said Móðguðr in a sincere tone; ” I came to Vanaheim to help out ”

Sinmara could be heard letting out a sigh of relief.

” So ” said Sinmara after a pause; ” what did you come here to help out with? ” asked Sinmara with a smile.

Móðguðr paused, as she rubbed her arm.

Horror and dread filled Sinmara once more.

” Mother… What happened? ”

Móðguðr used all her strength to hide the pain.

” Nothing. I am fine, sweety ”

Sinmara saw right through her mothers bullshit.

” Mother ” said Sinmara in a serious tone and face; ” please let me see your arm ”

Móðguðr hesitated.

” It is nothing ”

” Mother, please! ”

Móðguðr held out her arm, and Sinmara pulled up the sleeve.

Tears rolled down Sinmaras fair face, as she beheld her mothers burnt arm.

” Don cry, sweety ” said Móðguðr in a kind and gentle voice.

” But… ” stammered Sinmara through her tears; ” you are hurt… ”

” It only stings a little ”

Sinmara sobbed a bit.

Móðguðr took her child into her embrace.

As Sinmara cried on her mothers chest, she realized that her quest had just gotten personal.

Hálogi had hurt her mother, and no one hurts Sinmaras mother; be it emotionally nor physically.

” Dad is going to be upset when he finds out, ” said Sinmara, her mood lightened up a bit.

Móðguðr giggled.

” He would bring about Ragnarok; for the sole purpose of hunting down Hálogi ”

Sinmara was now the one to giggle.

” Are you going to tell him? ” she asked.

” I was hoping that Lady Freya would heal me… the last thing we need right now; is your father bringing about the Hour of Twilight ”

Mother and daughter both now laughed together.

Sinmara now asked;

” How was Hálogi banished? ”

With a smirk, Móðguðr said;

” I kicked him out ”

Sinmara had a wide smile on her face.

” That is my mom! ” exclaimed Sinmara, as she leaped into her mothers embrace.

Mother and daughter sat like that for a while, till the others returned.

Freya was able to heal Móðguðrs arm; so there was no reason for Izdubar to bring about Ragh nar Roog.

Móðguðr told; how she suspected that Hálogi might have escaped to Jötunheim.

Freya would stay back, and help heal her realm.

So, it was up to Orion to set the portal.

The portal was set; and surprisingly, the gang actually made it to Jötunheim.

(Orion would always bring Jötunheim up, whenever the girls doubted him.)

The gang stepped out of the portal. Before them stood a massive, tall, walled-city.

” It is huge, ” said Orion.

” Well; we are in the land of giants, ” said Kalypso.

Sinmara walked up to the colossal gates. She then knocked.

” Who are you guys?! ” yelled Hu, the personification of Utgard-Lokis thoughts.

(Note; Hu looks like a small boy)

” We are travelers, and we are here to speak with Utgard-Loki! ” yelled Sinmara.

Hu paused for a second. He then yelled;

” Sure! ”

The gates now opened up.

The gang made their way to Utgard-Lokis palace.

When they entered the hall; the gang saw him; the King of Jötunheim.

Utgard-Loki had a fierce, yet calm, look to him.

He had a welcoming smile, but his eyes showed a cunning intelligence.

” Welcome! ” bellowed Utgard-Loki, as his voice echoed throughout the mighty hall.

The gang were all seated. Food and drink was put before them, and the merrymaking now began.

(Note; the giants are well-known for their festivities, and merrymaking)

Sinmara, Orion, and Kalypso, all three felt very welcome.

Sinmara now noticed Hu whispering something into Utgard-Lokis ear.

Utgard-Lokis eyes widened. He then looked straight towards Sinmara.

” You are looking for Hálogi, ” said Utgard-Loki.

The hall fell silent.

” How could you possibly know that? ” said Orion.

Utgard-Loki giggled.

” I know more than you think, Orion ”

Surprise and confusion both filled Orion. For no one among the three had not introduced themselves; let along said their names.

” Where is he? ” said Sinmara.

Utgard-Loki noticed the fire in Sinmaras eyes.

” Hálogi is an old friend of mine – Utgard-Loki paused – but, I can not deny that he has been causing a lot of trouble… – the King of Jötunheim sighed – I do not know where he is ”

” Liar ”

Utgard-Loki giggled.

” I am many things, dear child. But; a liar is not one of the them ”

Sinmara could see that he was sincere.

” Sorry ”

” Think nothing of it… I know what took place in Vanaheim ”

It took some effort, but the merrymaking was able to return.

As the gang was about to leave. Sinmara looked back at Utgard-Loki.

” I hope that you find what you are looking for, ” said Utgard-Loki.

” I will find Hálogi, ” said Sinmara.

” I was talking about peace, ” said Utgard-Loki, as Sinmara entered the portal.

” Why is it so cold! ” yelled Kalypso, as the gang found themselves in Niflheim.

” Let us find my uncle! ” exclaimed Orion, joyfully.

Kalypso and Orion both now noticed that Sinmara was looking off towards the distance.

” What is it? ” asked Kalypso.

” Fire… ”

” Fire? ” said Orion.

That was when they all saw it… or should I say; him.

In the middle of the blizzard stood the personification of fire; Hálogi.

” We found him… ” said Kalypso.

Sinmara drew forth her weapons. She then jumped straight into the air.

Hálogi looked on, as Sinmara came down on him with a lot of force.

The giant fell back, but Sinmara did not stop her assault.

” YOU HURT MY MOTHER! NO ONE HURTS MY MOTHER!!! ” roared Sinmara.

Orion and Kalypso both ran towards the fight. Both fully intended to save Hálogi from Sinmara; for she was truly like a fury out of hell.

” Release me! ” yelled Sinmara, as Orion and Kalypso were both holding her back.

Hálogi saw his chance, and now tried to escape.

” No you don ” gritted Sinmara, as she gave chase. Kalypso and Orion were both right behind her.

Hálogi jumped into the portal. And a second later, the rest of the gang jumped into the portal.

But that was when something strange happened. Not only was Hálogi not there, but the gang all found themselves within a realm; which was not of the nine worlds. They had all arrived at Kur – Ereshkigals domain.

” How the hell did we end up here? ” said Kalypso. She then turned to look at Orion, but Orion just shrugged his shoulders.

The confusing situation seemed to calm Sinmara down. She put away her weapons, and started to analyze the situation.

In front of the gang stood the Ganzir Ziggurat – Ereshkigals palace. And in front of the ziggurat stood The Seven Ishtar Gates. A single Kusarikku could be seen standing at each gate.

But there was something else. For the Ganzir Ziggurat was standing on a pedestal. There were three bridges connected to the colossal pedestal.

One bridge led to Kur. The other led to Irkalla, and the third led to Dilmun – all three locations are various parts of the Mesopotamian underworld.

Orion looked over the edge, and he now beheld a sea of black liquid.

” Hey, MP, what the hell is that? ” said Orion.

Well, Orion, that is Abzû.

” The dingir? ”

No, the dingus… yes the god!

Orion just rolled his eyes.

Abzû became the black liquid before you, when he was defeated by Marduk, and thrown into the underworld.

The gang now all walked up to the first gate.

” Halt ” said the Kusarikku of the First Ishtar Gate; ” to pass you must all first take off a piece of your clothes and leave it at the gate ”

Orion and Kalypso both looked at one another. They both looked on in awe, as Sinmara took off a piece of her clothes.

Orion and Kalypso followed her example, till they were all nude at the seventh gate.

The gang had now arrived at the ziggurat. And after some steps; they had all arrived at the throne room; where the Queen of the Great Below sat on her throne; while her Dark Dragon – in his medium form – was napping behind her throne.

Ereshkigal, who looked a lot like May Calamawy, wore her six horned crown, while wielding her battlestaff; Grond.

Ereshkigal smiled, as she beheld the three nude individuals before her.

” Abattu did say that she wanted to surprise me, ” said Ereshkigal with a smile.

” We are refundable, ” said Orion with a smile.

” I have no intention of returning this gift ” said Ereshkigal with a wink.

Sinmara did consider taking the queen up on her offer. But she then remembered the mission.

” Could you set the portal to Muspelheim? ”

Ereshkigal paused, as she looked at Sinmara.

” A all-consuming fire is burning within you ”

” Well ” said Sinmara with a smile; ” it takes fire to take out fire ”

” You use water to take out fire ”

” Trust me; punch long enough; and the fire will eventually go out ”

” At the cost of your hands ”

Sinmara shrugged her shoulders.

Ereshkigal sighed, as Orion and Kalypso both just looked at their dear friend.

” Very well ” said Ereshkigal; ” I shall set the portal ”

Sinmara bowed in gratitude.

As the gang were leaving, Ereshkigal quietly said;

” May your fire become a source of healing, instead of destruction ”

The gang now arrived at Muspelheim, where they were greeted by three Si-Te-Cah, the fire giants of Muspelheim.

” Do you think that they are friendly? ” whispered Orion to Kalypso.

” Pull out your bow; just in case ” said Kalypso, as her hand was resting on Odysseus.

Sinmara looked at the three giants.

The three Si-Te-Cah looked down at Sinmara. All three fire giants now bowed before Sinmara.

” That was unexpected, ” said Orion, as he put away his bow.

What the gang did not know, nor realize, was the fact that Gibil is the Lord of Muspelheim. And he also just happens to be good friends with Izdubar. So the fire giants knew of Sinmara, and that she was friendly.

Each gang member was now sitting on the shoulder of one of the Si-Te-Cah, as the fire giants led them all to Gibils kingdom; Gutium – where all the inhabitants are pale, blonde, and red eyed.

Kalypso noticed that Sinmara kept an eye out for a certain individual. But, spoilers, Hálogi was not in Muspelheim.

Gibil welcomed the gang with open arms, and he now said what I just spoiled.

Kalypso and Orion were both invited to take a dip in one of the many hot springs.

In the meantime; Gibil wanted a word with Sinmara.

” How are you doing? ” asked Gibil, as he handed Sinmara a drink.

” A bit hot, ” said Sinmara, as she accepted the drink.

Gibil giggled.

The two of them now beheld the beauty of Gutium.

After a moment a silence, Sinmara asked;

” What is Hálogi to you? ”

” He was once a good friend ” said Gibil; ” he loved his home, and loved to help wherever he could ”

” What happened? ”

Gibil paused.

” His fire turned from healing to destruction… like yours ”

Sinmara paused, as she looked at Gibil.

Gibil looked on, as Sinmara closed and opened her hand.

” I may have gotten a bit carried away… ”

Gibil noticed her fire calming down.

” I know not what you intend to do when you find Hálogi, again ”

” Neither do I

” But ” said Gibil with a smile; ” perhaps this gift could help you along ”

Gibil laid his hand on Sinmaras shoulder. And Sinmara could now feel something being transferred into her very soul.

” What did you do? ” she asked.

” I have given you the gift to conquer fire ”

Sinmara later joined Orion and Kalypso in the hot spring. The three of them had a fun and wonderful time together.

They all left Muspelheim. And we now find ourselves at Niðavellir.

The gang had only one goal in Niðavellir; they wanted some upgrades.

King Abhartach personally saw to their upgrades.

Orion got some new and cool armor.

Kalypso decided to get another polearm; which she named; Penelope.

And Sinmara too got a new weapon; a Stiletto Blade Gauntlet.

Sinmara activated the gauntlet, and the blade shot out from her right wrist.

The gang all said their thanks to the dwarven king, and they now all teleported to Helheim.

” Well ” said Orion; ” only one more stop left ”

” And there is no way for you to ** it up this time ” said Kalypso.

Orion pouted.

The gang all walked past the gatekeeper of Hel – who was none other than the Berserker of Stamford Bridge –

The Berserker and Garmr both allowed the gang to enter the kingdom of Hel.

Hel, the goddess, welcomed everyone with open arms.

Orion noticed that one side of Hels face was scarred, while the other was normal.

The eye at Hels scarred face was red, while the other was blue.

Orion could not help but notice that Hels face was still pleasing to the eyes. Her long blonde hair, and winter skin; certainly reminded everyone that she was a beautiful goddess.

Hel helped with setting the portal. And the gang had now arrived at the final spot, the final world; Middle-Gard. Where Hálogi was hiding.

The wind was chilly on Middle-Gard.

The ground was solid. Nature was quiet. And a storm was on its way.

A massive fireball was now flying towards the gang.

Everyone jumped out of the way. And they all got back up on their feet, as Hálogi charged from the forest.

Orion finally pulled out his bow. He then shot Hálogi in the knees, but the embodiment of fire just kept on charging.

Kalypso pulled out Odysseus and Penelope. She then ran her weapons into Hálogis body; holding the giant in place.

Sinmara jumped from Kalypsos back, and kneed Hálogi in the chin.

Sinmara then slammed both her trident and bident straight into Hálogis chest.

The giant howled in pain, as he slapped Sinmara through some trees.

Orion and Kalypso both charged.

Orion fired off an arrow, but Hálogi melted it in mid air.

Kalypso attacked with Odysseus, but she had to use Penelope for defense, as Hálogi brought down his massive foot.

The ground cracked, as Kalypso was left unconscious.

Orion attacked with his club, but that was when Hálogi had had enough, as he took Orions club; and now started to hit Orion with his own weapon.

The great hunter lay bloody and beaten.

Hálogi roared in victory, but that was when Sinmara whistled.

” Bring it on, bitch-boy ” said Sinmara with a smile.

The two of them charged at one another.

Sinmara kicked Orions club to the side. And a fist fight between the two of them now began.

Hálogi did manage to get Sinmara in a bear hug.

Sinmara did manage to get her right arm free, and that was when she activated her Stiletto Blade Gauntlet.

The blade shot out, straight into Hálogis chin.

The giant reeled back in pain. And Hálogi also seemed to shrink in size; he was now as tall as Sinmara.

Sinmara stood over the kneeling giant. Hálogi thought he was clever, as he grabbed hold of Sinmaras face; and now started to breathe down fire upon her.

But, Sinmara was prepared; for the fire did not seem to harm her.

Hálogi looked on in horror, as Sinmara was absorbing his fire. Sinmara has conquered her own fire, and she would now conquer the embodiment of fire.

Hálogis whole body and being was being absorbed into Sinmaras body.

The giant was gone.

Orion and Kalypso both looked on, as Sinmara had conquered fire.