Mushikera
After a grueling day, I unwind with Mushikera comics from Dave Fowler. It’s ultra-violence meets Chanbara—a tribute to Kurosawa and Mifune. Grab it!
Norse Myths and the Rising Popularity of Loki in Pagan Communities
Loki is all about embracing chaos, questioning norms, and shaking things up, making him the perfect symbol for today’s dynamic spiritual movement.
How to Train Your Dragon
Researching VIKINGS vs. SAMURAI means binge-watching films like How to Train Your Dragon. Vikings with Scottish accents? Sure, why not.
The 4K Restoration of Seven Samurai
Missed Seven Samurai in Chicago, but caught the 4K restoration in San Diego. It’s a must-see on the big screen—sharp visuals, epic storytelling.
Onna-Bugeisha: Japan’s Fearless Female Warriors
Think samurai culture is just dudes in armor? Wrong. Meet the onna-bugeisha—badass female warriors who fought, led, and proved the warrior spirit knows no gender.
Samurai Arms, Armour & the Tactics of Warfare
Writing VIKINGS vs SAMURAI, I realized I knew nothing about samurai. But Antony Cummins’ book cracked open their true world for me.
Vendetta of a Samurai
In Vendetta of a Samurai, Araki, a samurai, must fight his friend Jinza. Their tense, realistic duel shows the true grit of battle beyond legends.
In Our Time: The Orkneyinga Saga
Melvyn Bragg and esteemed guests explore the epic “Saga of the Earls of Orkney,” unraveling the Viking power plays and legends that shaped the icy isles and beyond.
Vikings at War
Vikings at War explores Viking warfare, from weapons and tactics to conquest campaigns. Richly illustrated, it’s a vivid portrayal of an exciting epoch.
The Vikings
The Vikings blends myth and history, with Kirk Douglas and Tony Curtis leading epic adventures in stunning fjords. Fierce battles and sibling rivalry abound!