Norse Legends

Thor Sons: Magni and Modi

Thor Sons: Magni and Modi

By The StormCrow Mar 27, 2025

In the grand saga of Norse mythology, the mighty Thor stands as a paragon of strength and heroism. Yet, his legacy does not end with him—it continues through his sons,...

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Everyday Life in a Viking Village

Everyday Life in a Viking Village

By The StormCrow Feb 6, 2025

Everyday life in a Norse village was a harmonious blend of labor, community engagement, and cultural richness. Their resilience and adaptability enabled them to thrive in the challenging environments of...

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Norse Temple at Uppsala

Norse Temple at Uppsala

By The StormCrow Jan 16, 2025

The Norse temple at Uppsala represents a unique intersection of religion, culture, and power in Viking-age Scandinavia. Its grandeur, rituals, and enduring influence are testaments to the spiritual richness of...

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Sif, Goddess of Wheat, Summer and wife of Thor

Sif, Goddess of Wheat, Summer and wife of Thor

By The StormCrow Sep 19, 2024

The Goddess Sif legacy has been overshadowed by that of her husband Thor in recent years, but she remains a cornerstone in the Norse faith. Sif is today more commonly...

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Who are the Goats that pull Thor's Chariot

Who are the Goats that pull Thor's Chariot

By The StormCrow Sep 4, 2024

The God of Thunder leads many adventures throughout the nine realms and, whenever possible, the Prince of Asgard rides to glory in style: in his trusty chariot, pulled by his two...

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Jörð, Mother Earth and Thor's mother

Jörð, Mother Earth and Thor's mother

By The StormCrow Jun 28, 2024

Do you know who is Thor's mother? No, she is not Lady Frigg. Find out here!

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The Norse and Icelandic Calendar

The Norse and Icelandic Calendar

By The StormCrow Jan 12, 2024

How did the Vikings counted the time of the year before the adoption of the modern calendar? Learn about the old calendar used by the Norse and Icelandic peoples here.

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The Magic of Yule

The Magic of Yule

By The StormCrow Dec 21, 2023

Yule is a time for feasting, giving gifts, drinking, dancing, and decorating trees. A festive holiday that happens right by the end of the year. Sounds familiar? All those traditions that...

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The Epic Duel Between Thor and the Jotun Hrungnir

The Epic Duel Between Thor and the Jotun Hrungnir

By The StormCrow Nov 10, 2023

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!

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The creation of the Mighty Mjölnir, Thor’s Hammer

The creation of the Mighty Mjölnir, Thor’s Hammer

By The StormCrow Nov 3, 2023

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!

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Ragnarok, the Twilight of the Gods Part 2 of 2

Ragnarok, the Twilight of the Gods Part 2 of 2

By The StormCrow Aug 25, 2023

Meaning “Fate of the Gods” in old Norse, Ragnarök is the end of days, the apocalyptic event when an age finishes. Ragnarök is a prophecy of what was to come, a detailed description...

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Tyr, God of War, Law and Justice

Tyr, God of War, Law and Justice

By The StormCrow Jun 16, 2023

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

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