In the first myth, Loki completes a task for Odin, and they consider each other equals and brothers in arms.

“Odin thanked Loki warmly, and welcomed him back to Asgard.” (14) The Building of Asgard’s Walls  

However, this trust changes a few myths later, when Odin threatens Loki and forces him correct his mess with whatever means necessary.  Due to Odin’s threats and lack of consideration for Loki, the later god grows suspicious of their kinship.

“Until you get it, let me never see your face again.” (67) Necklace of the Brisings

This myth is Loki’s turning point.  He was painted as a fool by his fellow deities and the dwarves he attempted to trick.  Due to this, his lips are sewn shut, but he later rips out those stitches, and begins to plot his revenge.

“He began to dream of revenge, and slowly his lips curled into a twisted smile.” (53) Treasures of the Gods

Loki lashes out similar to a cornered, injured animal by launching insults at everyone deity around him.  He wasn’t invited to the gods and goddesses’ glorious feast, and at this point he inadvertently killed the kind god Balder.  After running from the hall, he goes into hiding.  However, the other deities soon find and capture him, tying the god to a rock.  A poisonous snake drips its venom on his forehead until he is breaks free and begins the end of the world: Ragnarok.

 “Loki turned and was gone but his terrible words still echoed round the walls.”  (168)  Loki’s Flyting

Ragnarok is upon the realms, and Loki is at the helm.  He will take down almost every other being in Hel, Asgard, and Earth, but dies in the process.  In the end, only two humans and a select few gods survive to re-start the cycle of life.

“Loki too, set free from his fetters, will take to the waters; he will set sail towards Vigrid from the North and his dead weight will be all that ghastly crew in Hel.” (173) Ragnarok