Norse Tales

What the Vikings Wore — A Style Guide From the Time of the Norse

When it comes to Viking style there’s a lot that enters into consideration. In other articles, we’ve covered how to integrate Viking style into your day-to-day, but this article will cover what the...

Ragnar Lothbrok — Separating the Man From the Myth

The Ragnar of Vikings, played by Travis Fimmel, is a complex and flawed character, a farmer who rises to kingship. But what of the real Ragnar?

We made bread the way the Vikings made it. Here is how you too can do it!

A delicious and hearty bread straight from the hearth of the Vikings! Here is how to make your own Vikings bread based on the historical ingredients...

The Skalds — Rockstars of the Ancient World

There is perhaps no greater source for information on Old Norse culture and practice than the Skalds. The Skalds were poets, songsmiths, and writers of the ancient world of the Norse, and recorded ...

The Curse of Andvari's Ring

The tale of a cursed ring, a dragon, and dwarves. No, this isn't Tolkien, but it may have well inspired him. It's the tale of Andvari's Ring.

Berserkers - The Truth Behind the Legend

It’s an image that would have struck fear into the heart of any on a medieval battlefield: a warrior clad in the skin of a bear, or a wolf, a crazed look in his eye, heedless of the battle around h...

Elves and Dwarves — What's the Difference?

Modern interpretation of elves and dwarves gives clear delineation between the two: dwarves are generally seen as diminutive, bearded, living underground and excellent at mining and smithing, while...

Shield-maidens and Their Legacy

In 1889 a grave of a Viking warrior was discovered in Birka. The skeletal remains were surrounded by weaponry of all kinds: swords, axes, arrows, spears, and even the bones of two horses. What set ...

Ragnarök - The End of Days

Ragnarök, or the “Fate of the Gods” is detailed in many writings, and explains the fate of not only the Norse pantheon, but of all of existence as well.

Clothing, jewelry, and accessories to show your Viking spirit

While there may be some of us who would love to go around in a linen tunic and trousers, wearing furs, and toting a great shield and ax, it’s not always practical for the day to day, and probably w...