There is a long history of the far right co-opting Norse imagery. Jake Angeli, the Trump supporter who stormed the U.S. Capitol wearing horns and displaying his tattoos, is just the latest example.

Viking names carry with them the weight of history. Monikers like Erik, Ingrid or Sigmund bring up vivid images of fierce warriors in longboats. If you've been looking for a strong, powerful name ...

Each name, steeped in myth and meaning, tells a tale of conflict, courage, and cosmic significance. Dragons, also known as worms or ormr, are present in Norse mythology and wider folklore. They ...

The Viking symbol for protection also features throughout God of War 2018. It’s called Ægishjálmur, otherwise known as “Helm of Awe” or “Helm of Terror,” and it’s actually a magical ...

A metal detectorist in Germany has unearthed an Early Middle Ages hoard that contains 200 artifacts, including a pendant that ...

Researchers have discovered that an ancient gold disc found in southern Denmark includes the earliest written reference to the Norse god Odin, revealing that he was worshiped 150 years earlier ...

Norse: Oath of Blood combines Manor Lords, XCOM 2, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla into an ambitious new Viking tactics and settlement game.

The Oldest Runestone Conveys Norse Language Before the Viking Age Learn about the Svingerud Stone, a runestone found in a Norwegian grave site that currently stands as the earliest written depiction ...

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