Norse Legends

From Thrall to Jarl, the Viking Social Structure

From Thrall to Jarl, the Viking Social Structure

By The StormCrow Nov 21, 2023

Viking society was highly stratified, a class division created by the God Heimdall himself. Learn more about the Viking social classes here!

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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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Viking Halloween? No such thing. Meet Álfablót, the Viking End of Harvest Festival

Viking Halloween? No such thing. Meet Álfablót, the Viking End of Harvest Festival

By The StormCrow Oct 26, 2023

Did the Vikings celebrate Halloween? No. But the peoples of the north have a very similar holiday honoring ancestors and elves: the Álfablót.

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Helheim, the realm of Hel

Helheim, the realm of Hel

By The StormCrow Oct 20, 2023

The hidden realm of Hel brings a mixture of dread and fascination to all. But it may be different than what you think. What does Hel look like? Find out...

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Draugr, The Nordic Living Dead

Draugr, The Nordic Living Dead

By The StormCrow Oct 12, 2023

The terrible living dead raise from their tombs to once again bring terror and mischief amongst the... Vikings?! Much more than a zombie or a ghost: a Norse mix of...

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Njord, the God of the Sea

Njord, the God of the Sea

By The StormCrow Oct 5, 2023

Njord is the God of the sea, its wealth and bounty. He is one of the most important Gods of the Norse pantheon and widely worshiped by traders and fishermen.

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Odin and Geirroth: Not Even Odin Could Change Fate

Odin and Geirroth: Not Even Odin Could Change Fate

By The StormCrow Sep 22, 2023

Fate or Wyrd can be hard to understand even for the wisest of the Gods. When Allfather Odin tried to change the destiny of a nation by altering who would...

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Ullr, God of the Hunt and Regent of Asgard

Ullr, God of the Hunt and Regent of Asgard

By Daniel Frank Sep 14, 2023

The God Ullr is a master hunter, provider, Oath keeper, regent of Asgard and even likely the inventor of ice skiing. Truly one of the most important Gods of the North!

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Leif Erikson The Viking who Discovered America

Leif Erikson The Viking who Discovered America

By The StormCrow Sep 8, 2023

Leif Erikson is one of the most famous Norse figures in the world. His legacy lives on through many statues and even a day in his honor. This is the story...

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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 when an age finishes. Ragnarök is a prophecy of what was to come, a detailed description of...

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Ragnarok, the Twilight of the Gods  Part 1 of 2

Ragnarok, the Twilight of the Gods Part 1 of 2

By The StormCrow Aug 18, 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...

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