Also called Aegir, Hlér, Gymir.
Their story
Ægir is a sea giant on good terms with the gods, and he hosts their feasts in his hall, lit by shining gold instead of fire. For the ale he needed a vast cauldron, which Thor fetched from the giant Hymir. It was at one of Ægir's feasts that Loki flyted all the gods in the Lokasenna.
Best times to give to them
- at the shore
- at feasts and home gatherings
- when a brew is started
- before a sea journey
What they like being given
- home-brewed ale or mead, or home-made ginger beer
- bread thrown on the waves
- a share of any feast
- shells and driftwood on your altar
How to honour them
- Brew something at home, even a simple cordial, and give him the first cup.
- Host friends generously in his name.
- Visit the sea and pour a little of your drink into the waves.
- Be a good guest and a good host.
How they can help you
- brewing and cooking
- hosting and hospitality
- calm seas
- good company and celebration
Symbols
- the great cauldron
- waves
- ale
- gold that lights his hall