The Legacy of Erik the Red and Leif Erikson: Pioneers of Greenland and North America
Explore the extraordinary journeys of Erik the Red and his son, Leif Erikson, pioneers who left an indelible mark on Greenland and North America.
Bushidō: The Samurai Code that Shaped Japan’s History and Identity
Explore the legacy of Bushidō, the samurai code that shaped Japan’s history and identity, influencing generations and persisting in modern culture.
The True Origins and Impact of the Vikings
Discover the truth about Vikings: they weren’t a unified race but a mix of Scandinavian warriors seeking riches, not land. Explore their impact on Europe.
Sanjuro
A rogue ronin disrupts power games. With wit and katana, he guides naive samurais. A tale of cunning unfolds as factions vie. Tension builds, plans unravel, and blades flash in a showdown of deception.
Throne of Blood
Akira Kurosawa’s epic tale of betrayal, ambition, and dark fate collide in a visually stunning Shakespearean frenzy, drenched in blood-soaked intensity.
Interview with Paul Di Filippo
After sharing Paul Di Filippo’s tale, “Ægir and Shōjō Hoist a Few,” I had to uncover the genius behind it. This led to a deep dive into his prized book collection, the serendipitous path to writing a Doc Samson miniseries for Marvel Comics, and discovering the must-read gem among his works!
Ægir and Shōjō Hoist a Few
Guest writer Paul Di Filippo tells a tale of Ægir, Norse sea god, and Shōjō, Japanese sake spirit, squaring off in a drinking contest, matching the humans in Midgard drink for drink. Who’s gonna win this booze-soaked showdown?
Q&A with Antony Cummins: Vikings, Samurai and Ninja
Antony Cummins, author of Samurai Arms, Armour & Tactics of Warfare, answered my burning questions about Vikings duking it out with samurai and ninja.
Motion Comic | Sellsword
Lord Tsukamoto is confounded about how the hell to take down Toshirô Nakadai, who’s gone and buddied up with those Viking bastards. In walks Snorfingr, like a damn force of nature, offering his services as a bravo.
🚨 SNEAK PEEK ALERT 🚨
Buğra Batuhan Berah kicked off my weekend with the final pages of “Ægir and Shōjō Hoist a Few,” a lighthearted tale in the next issue of VIKINGS vs SAMURAI, written by Paul Di Filippo. We all love it, and you will too! Dropping Wednesday, May 22.