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Scholars reveal that much of what we think we know about Vikings and Norse mythology is based on later reinterpretations rather than original sources.

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There are numerous Viking Gods and several of them are mentioned in the historical drama series Vikings. Fans will be used to hearing the names Odin and Sagard but who are the other Viking gods?