Chapter 5 in GNME is optional.  Read chapters 6-7

Ch. 6. Gods of the Dead:
	Why did the Roman identify Wodan (=Odin) with Mercury?

	What traits of Odin mark him as a shaman?
		Sleipnir
		Hanging on Yggdrasil
		Shape-shifter		
	...as Lord of the Dead?
		Valhalla
		burial practices

Ch. 7. Of the "Enigmatic Gods" take special note of
		Mimir and Hoenir
		Heimdall
		esp. Loki
		Balder
Find a few memorable traits or stories for each.