Kuasir

(kvasir)

Introduction

The Kuasir, an Imperial flagship, is the Japanese spelling for the Norse god Kvasir. 

In Norse mythology, Kvasir was the wisest of the Vanir, fashioned from the spittle of all the gods. Two brothers, the dwarves Fjalar and Galar, invited him to a feast in their dismal cavern and killed him. The dwarves mixed his blood with honey and preserved it in two jars and a cauldron. The mixture fermented, creating the mead of poetry. Those who drink it become inspired poets.

Romanization note: Kuasir should be Kvasir; the kana is correct at KUVaSHIRU.

kvasir.htm / October 15, 2000