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==Name etymology==
 
==Name etymology==
*Grymm is a nod to the [[Wikipedia:Brothers Grimm|Brothers Grimm]].
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* Grymm is a nod to the [[Wikipedia:Brothers Grimm|Brothers Grimm]].
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* Malodora consists of the prefix mal-, ''evil'' (as in malnutrition or malevolent) and odor, ''smell'' or ''scent''. Thus, Malodora is "she who smells badly".
   
 
==Sources==
 
==Sources==

Revision as of 20:36, 24 July 2009

Malodora Grymm was a Hag who lived in medieval Europe. She used a Beautification Potion to transform herself into a beautiful woman, and married a king. She used a charmed mirror to compliment her looks and reinforce her self-image. However, she became jealous of the most beautiful girl in the kingdom and plotted to get rid of her by using a poisoned apple.

Behind the scenes

  • Malodora Grymm is based on the witch from the tale of Snow White.

Name etymology

  • Grymm is a nod to the Brothers Grimm.
  • Malodora consists of the prefix mal-, evil (as in malnutrition or malevolent) and odor, smell or scent. Thus, Malodora is "she who smells badly".

Sources