Norse Legends

The Real Ragnar Lothbrok: History vs. Legend

Ragnar Lothbrok stands at the crossroads of myth and history—a legendary Viking warrior whose name echoes through medieval sagas and modern pop culture. But was he a real man, or...

Aslaug the Norse Mythical Queen

Aslaug, the legendary Norse queen, was more than just a beautiful woman—she was a figure of intelligence, resilience, and prophecy. Born from the dragon-slayer Sigurd and the Valkyrie Brynhildr, Aslaug’s...

The Ravens in Norse Mythology

In Norse Mythology and Religion, ravens hold a significant place as mystical birds that symbolize wisdom, memory, and prophetic insight. Most famously associated with Odin, the Allfather, bridging the realms between Gods, humans,...

The Viking Siege of Paris part 1 of 2: Ragnar Lothbrok and the First Siege in the year 845

The first siege of Paris was a direct response from the legendary hero Ragnar Lothbrok to the breaking of an oath made by the king of France Charles II. When king...

Danelaw: When Vikings Ruled England

In 865, after almost on hundred years of the beginning of the Viking Age, a large Viking army invaded England, and it came to stay. The Great Heathen Army came...

Rollo of Normandy, from Viking Raider to Lord

The mighty Rollo, first Duke of Normandy, a Viking hero so great that no horse could carry him!

The Real Ivar The Boneless

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

Ravens, Wolves, Cats and Dragons Vikings and their Fantastic Beasts - Part 2 of 2

From Odin's wolves Geri and Freki to their nemesis Fenrir, from the mightiest of horses Sleipnir to Thor's bane Jormungandr. Discover fantastic beasts worthy of the Gods!

Viking Names, when History is Better than Fiction

We all know about Ragnar Shaggy-Trousers, but have you ever heard about Eystein Foul-Fart? Ranging from Eirik the Red, Ivar the Boneless and and Eystein Foul-Fart, the Viking Age has...