For the first time in its three year history, I made a point to participate daily in #ClassicsTober. This initiative started by LE Jenks (otherwise known as Greek Myth Comix) and Cora Beth Fraser is intended to be a creative endeavour sharing artwork based on the daily prompts, but I don’t have quite the artistic … Continue reading #ClassicsTober in Pompeii| Pompeian Connections
A thrilling Norse mythology inspired contemporary romantasy sure to excite fans of The Vampire Diaries and Atlas Six. Charlie Hudson just wants to get through junior year. Since the …| Books and Such
19.3 – 18.3 thousand years ago Only in the last half century or so, with the discovery of the Big Bang, has it been possible to do something like Logarithmic History. But human beings have been speculating for far longer than that on the origins of the universe, and we’ll have plenty of occasions here […]| Logarithmic History
One of the experiences I’ve had tolerably often, over the more than nineteen years that I’ve been writing these weekly essays, is the discovery that a series of apparently disconnected posts I’ve written were all talking about the same thing. Yes, that’s happened again. It’s going to take some work to trace out the connection…| Ecosophia
Q: Can Normal Animals In Middle-earth Speak? ANSWER: Yes, normal animals in Middle-earth can speak. I ran into this discussion while following a chain of [...]| Middle-earth & J.R.R. Tolkien Blog
La trágica historia de Oiwa, basada en la traición, el asesinato y la venganza, sigue siendo una de las leyendas de fantasmas más emblemáticas de Japón.| GoBookMart
The only rule of a tale is that everything gets used, even apparently superfluous details – though you’re allowed...| London Review of Books
By Kieron Gillen, Jamie McKelvie (Artist), Tula Lotay (Illustrator), Kate Brown (Illustrator), Stephanie Hans (Illustrator), Leila del Duca (Illustrator), Brandon Graham (Illustrator)Publisher: Ima…| Unwrapping Words
The Wisdom Beyond Words- At Principle Gallery The hero adventures out of the land we know into darkness; there he accomplishes his adventure or again is simply lost to us, imprisoned, or in danger;…| Redtree Times
Blurb: Midsommar meets The Shadows Between Us in this alluring mash-up of horror and fairy tale from New York Times bestselling author Madeleine Roux, where a girl must embark on a harrowing journey through a deadly forest… Read more New Book Release: A Girl Walks Into the Forest by Madeleine Roux →| Jonathan Pongratz
Introducing an epic puzzle adventure: Pandora’s Legacy! Pandora’s Legacy, TED-Ed’s first physical game, is an unforgettable experience that combines elements of jigsaw puzzles, escape rooms, puzzle hunts, and legacy board games into 12 to 15 hours of immersive, cooperative gameplay [...]| TED-Ed Blog
✨Save the Date: 25/09/25✨ From the teacher, writer and illustrator behind Greek Myth Comix comes a new retelling of Homer’s Odyssey. You Are Odysseus – an interactive novel where YOU are the …| Greek Myth Comix
I’ve wanted to read a proper big version of ‘The Mahabharata’ for a long time. I read a short retelling when I was a kid. Of course, I’m familiar with the main episodes and …| Vishy's Blog
Hi all, a new comic’s gone up today: Teiresias, the Ancient Greek seer of mythology, who transitioned between male and female genders . See the full comic here The comics for Odyssey Book 22 are also complete, and can be found in total here: Odyssey Book 22 In between these, I made a quick explainer... Read More in Teiresias / Odyssey Book 22 completion| Greek Myth Comix
In Norse mythology, Odin is a mighty god often depicted as the Allfather, but behind every great figure lies a parent of equal significance. In this article, we’ll explore the role of Borr, Odin’s father, in Norse mythology and his importance in shaping the mythical world. Borr in Norse Mythology: The Ancestor of Gods Borr is a key figure in Norse mythology, known as the father of Odin, Vili, and Ve. He’s not nearly as famous as his son Odin, but his role is crucial. Borr’s name means...| True Scandinavia
The Draupnir ring, often referred to as Odin’s ring, is a legendary object in Norse mythology renowned for its mystical properties. It belongs to Odin, the chief of the Norse gods, and is said to have been crafted by the skilled dwarven brothers Brokkr and Eitri. According to the myth, Loki commissioned the ring along with other magical items as part of a wager to the dwarves, challenging them to outdo the talents of another set of dwarves. How Did the Draupnir Become Odin’s Ring? Odin ac...| True Scandinavia
Brokkr and Eitri are legendary figures in Norse mythology renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and the creation of some of the most iconic treasures of the gods. Often mistaken or erroneously linked to the Sons of Ivaldi, these skilled dwarf brothers stand as distinct figures in the mythos, celebrated for the peerless quality of their workmanship. Among their renowned creations are the mighty hammer Mjölnir wielded by Thor, the golden boar Gullinbursti gifted to Freyr, and the magica...| True Scandinavia
The 5,500-year-old literary masterpiece of the Sumerian goddess Inanna's descent into the underworld serves as a modern-day template for the heroine's journey. This Jungian retelling serves as an excellent template for a deeper enquiry into the shadow.| Shinjini Mehrotra
The second post in my crossover with TLN's Royal Verse. We now delve into the other half of the universe. While the Kings rule Systems, Processes, and Chemistry, the Poets are those who govern Stories, Plots, and Contrivances. They are not the Gods who are Motley Fools; their place in the universe is clear, rational, and necessary, even if the Kings are infuriated by them. The Kings are fragments of the Father-King, pieces of something lost. But the Poets are a new possibility; half-dreamed e...| In The Land of Twilight, Under The Moon
So guess what it's time to have a crossover post with TLN's Royalverse, which is now the Royal Verse. The distinction means something.| In The Land of Twilight, Under The Moon
So, cosmology. It's very rare in most campaigns for the planes, theology, and origins of the multiverse to be at all relevant beyond what mortals THINK is true, but in my games this stuff comes up all the time. That, and the typical OSR fashion is to simplify things and cut the fat, and I figured, fuck that, why not go against the grain and go so stupid-cosmic that Planescape has to get on my level? So, without further adieu: Aura's Stupid and Unnecessary D&D Cosmology.| In The Land of Twilight, Under The Moon
A gargantuan tree, that can be seen from miles away. It is seen in the center of the world. It is also outside the world, keeping it in its branches. Both are true. The Tree is at the center, wherever the center is defined to be.| In The Land of Twilight, Under The Moon
From the critically endangered Spoon-billed Sandpiper to the itsy bitsy Least Sandpiper (the smallest shorebird in the world!), the sandpiper […]| World Birds
Dragons appear in different cultures across the world. Each myth describes a different appearance, though often similar to a lizard or snake. Some myths illustrate dragons as a bit of a nuisance, while others describe terrifying flying creatures that breathe fire. They have become common creatures in popular culture and fascinate people worldwide. Dragons in […] The post Dragons in English Mythology appeared first on Oxford Castle & Prison.| Oxford Castle & Prison
Uncle Dave isn’t crazy. He isn’t dumb. Something bigger is happening, bigger than social media, bigger than Fox News, bigger than Donald Trump.| Political Orphans
King Bran the Blessed, king of ravens is at the heart of Welsh mythology. How did he sacrifice himself for his country, and where does he lie today?| Historic Mysteries
Did the ancient Irish use war chariots in battle? The Irish myths say yes: but what about Irish archaeology?| Irish Myths
Author: K. AncrumPublication date: March 26, 2024Genre: YA contemporary/romanceMy rating: 4.5/5 stars Icarus is a forger and an art thief. Helios is a boy under house arrest…and the son of th…| Metaphors and Miscellanea
There are so many great mythology documentaries that you can watch, but here I’ve narrowed it down to some of the best that cover many different myths around the world. From the towering pantheons of Greek and Roman mythology to the enigmatic cosmologies of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, these documentaries about mythology serve as portals… Read More »10 Best Mythology Documentaries (Greek, Norse, & More)| Backpackingman
Norse tattoos to avoid: Today we’re going to take a look at problematic Norse tattoos, and explain why you should avoid them.| Scandification
Scandinavian folklore features many unique creatures to discover. Here’s your guide the top Scandinavian mythological creatures.| Scandification
In mythology, symbolism, and spirituality, snakes are everywhere, and they always hold a certain type of significance. Snakes are one of the most important symbols to understand, whether you’re hoping to improve your knowledge of occultism, religion, mythology, or simply human culture. This article will explain some of the different symbolic meanings of the snake. Common Meanings […] The post The Symbolism of the Snake appeared first on Mysticurious.| Mysticurious
Whether you judge by astronomical or meteorological criteria, for a few more days at least, it is still autumn. For me, this autumn seems to have been going on for a long time. I remember snapping this picture, and thinking how well it summed up the ideas of slowing down and taking things gently that … Continue reading "slowly towards winter"| don't confuse the narrator
Author: Julia Vee & Ken BebellePublication date: July 11, 2023Genre: urban fantasyMy rating: 3.5/5 stars I read this one last year and am super late in getting to my proper review, so congratul…| Metaphors and Miscellanea
Author: Vaishnavi PatelPublication date: April 26, 2022Genre: mythology retelling, historical fantasyMy rating: 4.75/5 stars Motherhood and mythology are both quite complicated. Kaikeyi attempts to…| Metaphors and Miscellanea
Birds are symbols of freedom and elusiveness, sensuality and romance, even tragic love. All these characteristics and more are prevalent in one of the most widespread of fictional narratives, the so-called swan maiden tales. Though variations exist, these stories frequently feature beautiful women who present as swans or other avifauna1 until they disrobe to bathe […]| A-wing and A-way
Patterns exist throughout nature. For people ages ago, such things were considered messages from the gods. Decoding these encrypted communications was at the heart of ancient divination, a common practice of early civilizations. Divination methods in antiquity varied in scope. Nearly anything could be viewed as an expression of divine will and available for interpretation, […]| A-wing and A-way
While most people are very familiar with Norse gods like Odin and Thor (thanks, Marvel), the tales of the equally captivating goddesses of the Norse m| Nordic Perspective
These are 20 of the best mythology movies you can watch. I’ve watched them all and highly recommend them if you have a keen interest in mythology. I don’t just describe what the movies are basically about (don’t worry, no spoilers) but also explain the mythology that the movies are based on. It’s fascinating stuff… Read More »20 Best Mythology Movies For 2024| Backpackingman
The Legend of Stingy Jack tells the story of how Stingy Jack outsmarted the Devil and why this story led to the origin of the jack o lantern.| Always the Holidays
Ever wanted your own little version of That Resourceful Man to do with as you please? Now you can have him pinned to your fridge or other magnet-friendly surface, along with his tunic, armour, boar…| Greek Myth Comix Shop
ODYSSEUS IN COLOUR 12 full-colour images of Odysseus at different stages in the Odyssey with transparent backgrounds, for use in your personal or classroom projects! Make your Odyssey not…| Greek Myth Comix Shop
33 full-colour images of the Olympian gods with their symbols, all with transparent backgrounds, for use in your personal or classroom projects! Make your Classics notes or teaching mater…| Greek Myth Comix Shop
Facts about Elves make you know more about a supernatural being in the shape of human. The elf is narrated in the folklore and mythology of Germany. Elves were depicted as having two states of minds d| Fact File