valkyries
Definition
In Norse mythology, female figures who select warriors slain in battle and escort their souls to Valhalla, the hall of the gods.
Figuratively, strong, fierce, and often alluring women, especially as depicted in modern media, comics, or fantasy genres.
Examples
The valkyries descended on the battlefield like discerning bouncers at an exclusive afterlife club, vetoing the sloppy sword swings.
In her new comic series, the valkyries trade horned helmets for leather jackets and ride Harleys straight to Ragnarok's afterparty.
He joked that his ex was one of the valkyries, always picking winners but leaving him wondering if he'd made the cut for Valhalla.
The video game's valkyries offered buffs so OP, players started calling them the original pay-to-win squad.