Many stories are told of his power and heroism, and he is one of the best-known Norse gods. He was described as having a red beard and fiery eyes, and rode in a chariot pulled by two goats. He quickly lost his temper, but was also quick to regain it. Like many gods, Thor also had a family. His wife was a goddess named Sif, and she was one of the most beautiful goddesses, with flowing golden hair. Thor also had a son named Magni, who would one day save his father's life, with strength almost equal to Thor's. Thor also had a servant named Thialfi, as well as a servant named Roskva, who were mentioned in a story where Thor went to the fortress of Utgard. Another mythology known to modern society is Greek mythology. Although the stories may be very different from those in Norse mythology, they also have considerable similarities. One difference lies in the accounts of the creation of the world, and one similarity lies in the "types" of gods. The Greek story of creation is particularly fascinating. According to the Mythology Manual. Greek and Roman, Norse and Old German, Hindu and Egyptian by Alexander S..