Hild - Goddess of Battle and War

In Germanic mythology, Hild or Hilde (from the Old English "hild" meaning "battle") is a goddess of battle and war. She is often depicted as a fierce warrior woman who leads armies into battle.

Hild is also associated with the Wild Hunt, a mythological event in which a ghostly host of hunters, led by a figure such as Woden or Herne the Hunter, ride through the skies on horseback, often accompanied by hounds and other supernatural beings. In this context, Hild is seen as a powerful and fearsome figure who rides at the head of the Wild Hunt, leading the charge against her enemies.

In some sources, Hild is also associated with the goddess Frigg, wife of Odin, and is said to be one of her many names or aspects. However, while Frigg is often depicted as a gentle and nurturing figure, Hild is portrayed as a fierce and deadly warrior, highlighting the complex and multifaceted nature of feminine power in Germanic mythology.