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Who married Hela?

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Hela was married to Karnilla.

According to the reference, Karnilla, who was Balder's lover, took Balder's ring, said "I do," and married him to prevent Balder from being sacrificed. Due to this action, Karnilla became reluctant wives with Hela, and they ended up sharing the throne of Hel.

Here is a summary:

Character Spouse Relationship to Hela
Karnilla Balder (initially, through proxy), Hela Reluctant wife, co-ruler of Hel

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