# Lemminkainen — The Kalevala character guide

> Lemminkainen in The Kalevala by Elias Lönnrot.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** the reckless Lemminkainen, Kaukomieli, wild Lemminkainen, the fearless Lemminkainen, the warlike Lemminkainen, the merry Lemminkainen, the hardy Lemminkainen, the artful Lemminkainen, young Lemminkainen, the lively Lemminkainen, the mighty Lemminkainen, brave Kaukomieli, wild Kaukomieli, Lempo, Son of Lempo, cruel Lempo

**First appearance:** 0014-rune-xi-lemminkainen-s-lament

## Who they are

Brash warrior and adventurer who dies and is resurrected by his mother; a central hero.

## Links

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