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May
15
Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy

Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy

Mircea Eliade’s Shamanism is a foundational work on the mysterious phenomenon, spanning 2.5 millennia of human history across the globe.
4 min read
May
11
Samurai figurine

Samurai Figurine

My co-worker's samurai figurine.
May
10
Artwork by Goseki Kojima, Frank Miller, Jack Kirby, and John Buscema

Sources of Inspiration

I can see my influences shining through: Goseki Kojima, Frank Miller, Jack Kirby, and John Buscema.
May
05
Kawachinokami Kunisuke

Kawachinokami Kunisuke: Carrying On a 400-Year Legacy with the Futuristic Tachi Sword

The sword’s design was created using a generative design A.I. 3-D modeling system and Web3 technology, with parameters oriented towards maximizing the strength of the blade and comfort of the grip while minimizing the amount of materials used.
1 min read
May
02
Rough sketch of The Bridge

Rough Sketch of The Bridge

Here's a sketch of our protagonist from Dejan's draft of The Bridge.
Apr
27
Samurai Women 1184–1877

Samurai Women 1184–1877

Discover the untold stories of Japan's female warriors, from Empress Jingo-kogo to the women of the samurai class. Unveiling their roles, weapons, training, and beliefs, this book brings their history to life with never-before-translated material.
1 min read
Apr
25
Mørketsland

The Doom-ridden Sound of Mørketsland

I eagerly await the upcoming release of ProtoU and Oljus' Mørketsland album.
1 min read
Apr
13
Beowulf: A New Verse Translation

Beowulf: A New Verse Translation

Seamus Heaney takes a thousand-year-old epic, anchors it in his Irish roots, and crafts a modern masterpiece of grit and heroism.
2 min read
Apr
06
In Our Time: Cnut

In Our Time: Cnut

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the Danish prince who became King of England in 1016, and restored stability and prosperity to the troubled country he inherited.
1 min read
Apr
01
Ulfberht sword

One Step Closer: Cracking the Mystery of the Viking Blade, Ulfberht

Ulfberht was like a Medieval luxury brand for swords—but unlike your Gucci purse, the swords were of such high quality they were almost … mystical.
2 min read