Viking Longships: The Swiss Army Knives of the Sea That Built an Empire
Sleek, deadly, and versatile. Built from oak, powered by sails and oars, they raided, traded, and shaped history. Legends on water.
Vikings & Valkyries
Ian Stuart Sharpe’s Vikingverse is a wild Norse saga—novels, comics, and a TTRPG, When The Wolf Comes. Heroes, stars, Ragnarök. Epic. Skål!
When the Raven Flies
Immersing in Vikings and Samurai, I devoured films fast—then hit DVDLady for cult gems like When the Raven Flies. Chaos, grit, and a 22-second English caption lag!
The Samurai Fortress: Design, Structure, and Power
Samurai castles were more than fortresses—they were power moves etched in stone, with layers of deadly defenses daring rivals to step closer.
Humanity and Paper Balloons
Humanity and Paper Balloons is Sadao Yamanaka’s gritty, subversive period drama. A tale where flawed, human characters battle oppressive power.
Sailing to Vinland: The Vikings’ North Atlantic Conquest
Before Columbus, the Vikings had already crossed the Atlantic, reaching “Vinland” (likely Newfoundland). Rugged, daring explorers, they left their mark.
Samurai Spirit in a Backpack: The Ultimate Japanese Leather Gift for the Holidays
Christmas is close, so if you’re after the gift, check out Murase Kabano’s samurai-style randoseru. Award-winning Japanese leather, samurai vibes, 500k yen!
Interview with Dave Fowler
Buckle up, pilgrim! I’m with illustrator maestro Dave Fowler, digging s into Vikings vs Samurai magic, Mushikera, and his latest. Shout to Mark Dale & Rob Jones!
Using Field Notes for Interviews
Going live with Dave Fowler in a few hours! Swapped digital notes for Field Notes to stay sharp, keep eye contact, and dive into his creative process.
Doctor Mœbius and Mister Gir
Strolling into Nuclear Comics in San Diego, I picked up Alan Moore’s From Hell and Doctor Mœbius and Mister Gir—a book that explores Jean Giraud's duality and his life.
