Norse Legends

The Epic Duel Between Thor and the Jotun Hrungnir

A race to Valhalla and a rude guest led to one of the most epic battles between Thor and a Stone Giant... and a headache that lasts to this day!

The creation of the Mighty Mjölnir, Thor’s Hammer

There are few Viking symbols so emblematic as Thor's Hammer, the Mighty Mjölnir. Discover here how one of the most powerful weapons of all the Gods was created!

Old Norse Law and (some) Order

The ancient Norse had a complicated system of honor and justice developed over many centuries, a system very similar to the British-American Common Law, based on judgement by their own peers,...

Tyr, God of War, Law and Justice

Who is the God Tyr? Patron of Law, Justice and War, the three were often the same for a Viking! Read more here.

The Viking Berserkers

Uncontrollable rage and bloodlust, Viking berserkers were fierce warriors said to have fought in a trance-like fury. Learn more about the Berserkers, the Chosen of Odin!

The Real Ivar The Boneless

Find the truth about Ivar the “Boneless”. A true giant amongst Vikings.

The Viking Shield

How the Viking shield was made? More then mere protection, a deadly weapon itself!

Armed for War: How a Viking Jarl arms himself.

How Was a Viking Chieftain Armed? The Gjermundbu Discovery reveals the answer based on the archeological findings in a grave dating back to the years 950 – 970 AD.