May
29
Valhalla Rising: Bloodstained Odyssey
A journey into the depths of the human psyche, pushing the boundaries of cinematic storytelling.
2 min read
Sources
I’m knee-deep in research for VIKINGS vs SAMURAI, crafting a world that’ll swallow you whole. And you know what? Research ain’t half bad—it’s a durn good time!
May
16
Norse Mythology, Volume 1 by Neil Gaiman and P. Craig Russell
Neil Gaiman and P. Craig Russell breathe new life into Norse mythology
May
15
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
05
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
Apr
27
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
13
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
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
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
Mar
30
Blade of the Immortal
A lone warrior seeks redemption. His sword, an extension of his tormented soul, carves a path through shadows and foes alike. Betrayal and honor collide as he confronts demons and destiny.
1 min read
Mar
14
Strip Panel Naked
Taking a look at why the best comic books work the way they do, by breaking them down and analysing the work that's gone into them.
1 min read