Isa is among the most powerful of runes, although, easily overlooked due to its simple form. On the outside, this rune represents ice and the powers inherent within “frozen” states of being; nearly removed from the degradation of time. When looking for etymological clues during the research of this rune, I was unable to break... Continue Reading →
ᚠᚢᚦᚬᚱᚴ (FUTHORC)
The Younger Futhark (Futhorc) emerged around the 8th century C.E. in Scandinavia and is comprised of 16 runes. These runes were developed from the older 24 rune system we now call the Elder Futhark. Because of this reduction in symbols, some runes inevitably absorbed others in the process, making the system more cryptic. This also... Continue Reading →
Othin Galdr
Othin is the great ancestral god of the Germanic peoples, most known for his authority over warfare, wisdom, and divine inspiration. He has hundreds of names and faces, only some of which are well remembered in the modern mind such as Odin, Wotan, and Woden. In the Norse poem Grímnismál, Othin (in the form of... Continue Reading →
Generation of Wotan: The Furious One
"In a blank field of space arises Wotan, the Furious One. He appears seated in meditation posture, surrounded by the gaping jaws of Fenrir, the Black Wolf of Time; the great Northern symbol of the impermanence of all phenomena. He rests suspended in an upright posture, gazing into the abyss..." Full piece available to contributors... Continue Reading →
DRAUGADROTTIN: Lord of the Undead
I've added a new piece to Substack for those who have purchased a subscription. I'll be doing this more often as we move into Autumn. Hailaz
Constructing and Maintaining an Altar for Odin
This process is something that is done differently by almost everyone, as there has never existed a pan-Pagan dogma regarding this type of activity. However, most would agree that when constructing an altar in the Germanic fashion, there are 4 main pieces to consider. These 4 pieces we will cover here along with other ideas... Continue Reading →
New Music Coming Soon
I have been taking a break from writing any new articles in order to record a new Elegiac album. It has been 2 years since I released any new music for this project and am looking forward to getting fresh material out this Fall. Novemeber will mark 10 years since the demo was released, something... Continue Reading →
New Articles Available on Substack
I have some new writings in the works which can be found on my Substack page. New books can be found via Amazon, Etsy, or Bigcartel. Hailaz!
Ek Immi Óðinn
Ek Immi Óðinn can be translated to “I am Odin” and is meant to invoke the supreme awareness within. After one feels the deity present in their surroundings, one is to merge this primordial consciousness into oneself, replacing the mundane qualities of their hindered state of being associated with ignorance, weakness, and delusion. This method... Continue Reading →
Sun Archer : The Pursuit of the Ancient Truth. 