Grani is a mythical eight-legged horse that appears in Norse mythology. He is the horse that Sigurd receives through advice from an old man (Odin). Grani is the son of Odin's own steed, Sleipnir. It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with Mythology. ... Binomial name Equus caballus Linnaeus, 1758 The Horse (Equus caballus) is a sizeable ungulate mammal, one of the ten modern species of the genus Equus, and considered by some to be the best of all the animals. ... Norse or Scandinavian mythology refers to the pre-Christian religion, beliefs and legends of the Scandinavian people, including those who settled on Iceland, where the written sources for Norse mythology were assembled. ... In Norse mythology, Sigurd (also Siegfried) was a legendary hero, as well as the central character in the Volsunga saga, Nibelungenlied and Richard Wagners opera, Siegfried, which see for more details. ... This article needs a complete rewrite for the reasons listed on the talk page. ... The Ardre image stone is thought to show Odin entering Valhalla riding on Sleipnir In Norse mythology, Sleipnir is Odins magical eight-legged steed, and the greatest of all horses. ...