Liam, Author at Norse Mythology & Viking History

Younger Futhark Runes – Origins, Magic, and Meaning

February 20, 2023December 19, 2022 by Liam

The Norse runes are as mysterious as they are ancient. The fascinating symbols have captured the imagination of scholars, mystics, … Read More

December 29, 2022December 4, 2022 by Liam

The Fylgja is the mysterious Norse spirit that threads with us all our lives. Often showing itself in our final … Read More

January 19, 2023October 18, 2022 by Liam

The völva is a mysterious personage in Norse myth. Their profession was controversial even in Viking times when they were … Read More

March 25, 2023September 17, 2022 by Liam

A god must have a dwelling place worthy of their station. Across Asgard the gods have a number of great … Read More

March 25, 2023September 16, 2022 by Liam

Viking gods were the superheroes of their time. Some are the inspiration for the superheroes of today. Great warriors have … Read More

January 24, 2023August 25, 2022 by Liam

Norse mythology is filled with legendary beasts, both good and evil, none was richer than the dragon Fafnir. The dwarf … Read More

January 21, 2023July 17, 2022 by Liam

In the sagas of Norse legend, there are many mysterious and powerful beings. Dragons, frost giants, gods, and goddesses who … Read More

January 26, 2023July 12, 2022 by Liam

Few goddesses are as mysterious as the elusive Eir and yet there is every reason to believe that she may … Read More

March 25, 2023April 13, 2022 by Liam

The Vikings and their gods had a close relationship with creatures of the animal world. Many of the Aesir and … Read More

February 1, 2023March 27, 2022 by Liam

As the first being of Creation and instrumental in causing Ragnarok the Jötnar plays a crucial part in Norse mythology. … Read More