What Daily Life Was Really Like in the Viking Age
The Viking Age was not defined only by sword and sea — it was a time of resilience, cooperation, and … Read More
Megan Tegman
Viking Pastimes: From Sports to Board Games
Vikings are always portrayed as fearless warriors and seafarers. But they know not only how to fight, but also how … Read More
Beyond the Battles: What Daily Life Was Really Like for Vikings
When most people think of Vikings, they imagine fierce warriors sailing across stormy seas, raiding villages, and wielding axes with … Read More
From Valhalla to Vegas: What Vikings Would Bet On If They Lived Today
If the old Norse warriors could see the world today, they’d probably shake their heads first… then laugh, grab a … Read More
Lofn and the Idea of Forbidden Love: What Viking Myths Teach Us About Modern Dating
In today’s fast-paced world of modern dating, it may seem surprising to turn to the ancient tales of Norse mythology … Read More
Viking Life Beyond Raiding and Trade
Archaeological evidence shows Vikings spent most of their time in settlements, not on raids or trading expeditions. Norse communities developed … Read More
Valhalla Rising: Vikings Mythology in Modern Games
In today’s world, almost no one believes in anything anymore — innovative technologies have taken centre stage, pushing religion into … Read More
Generosity in the Viking Age: Sacrifice, Gift, and Loyalty
What did it mean to give in the Viking Age? For the Norse people, generosity was never a simple gesture; … Read More
Beads Across the North: Trade, Color, and Meaning
Beads are small, but their journeys were not. Traders followed trade route shorelines, crossed cold bays, and, sometimes, waited days … Read More
The Viking Mindset: How Fate Shaped a Fearless People
The image of the Viking is often one of a wild, fearless warrior, driven by a thirst for plunder and … Read More