This document summarizes the Norse mythology story of Balder. It explains that Balder was the god of truth, light, and healing who was beloved by all. The gods tested Balder's invulnerability by throwing weapons at him, which did no harm. However, the trickster god Loki learned that the mistletoe plant had not been included. He tricked Balder's blind brother Hod into throwing a mistletoe dart, which killed Balder. This ended the festivities and began Ragnarok. The gods tried to resurrect Balder, but Loki prevented it by disguising himself to avoid crying for Balder.