1. What is Nifleheim in Norse mythology? Where would it be found? What happens there?

2. Who is Hel in Norse mythology? What are her powers? How did she come to have Baldur as her captive? In Norse mythology, who is Jormungand? Why would he be associated with Hel?

3. What characteristics does Nidhoggr have in common with the dragons of medieval European folklore? Or in common with the dragon in Beowulf? Or in common with dragons in Norse mythology?

4. What is rationalism? What are its strengths? What are its weaknesses?

5. Compare the narratives of Realm of the Reaper, Enter the Enchanted, Land of Loss, and Search for Senna. Are there notable differences in how the stories are told?

Are there notable similarities? What does this tell you about Applegate's artistic achievement in Realm of the Reaper?

6. Draw a picture of Her City...