Randolph

Randolph represents grief and an inability to overcome it. The reader learns from Magnus’s vision early in the novel that Randolph is still suffering after the loss of his wife and children. He blames himself for their deaths, even though he never could have predicted the storm. He joins forces with Loki to try and save them from Helheim, even allowing Loki to brand him and willingly stabbing Blitz to show his dedication. However, this severely damages Randolph to where he believes he has no other choice but to serve Loki, as he has already gone too far. By not finding an avenue to escape from his grief, Randolph succumbs to it leading to both the emotional and physical death of his character.

Valhalla

Valhalla represents eternal life and bonds between warriors. Within the walls of Valhalla, Odin’s warriors are exempt from permanent death...