For centuries tales of a mysterious sea creature circulated among mariners throughout Scandinavia and beyond. The Kraken, as it came to be known, became legendary. Not only could the Kraken grab...
Category: Norse Mythology
Nordic legends and mythology are chock full of fantastical creatures that add to the richness and vividness of tales told through the centuries. However, some tales of mythical creatures were rooted...
Norse mythology is a fascinating collection of riveting tales and extraordinary characters. As a society that for centuries worshipped pagan gods, the Vikings revered beloved figures like Thor,...
When Odin and his brothers defeated the giant Ymir and birthed the cosmos, the nine realms were created, but why did they stop at this number? While there is no clear-cut answer in any Norse...
One hurls lightning bolts from the heavens and rules from his temple perched high on Mount Olympus, while the other presides over fallen Viking warriors hand-selected to join him in Valhalla and...
Norse mythology is a rich and elaborate tapestry of incredible stories and vibrant characters, including the all-father Odin and the almighty Thor. While they are not revered like the gods and...