History – Realmgard

Two viking warriors preparing to duel.

The next song on the Emona Literary Services™ Official playlist

Aug 25, 2026Aug 25, 2026 Joel BalkovecLeave a comment

Folk metal based on a medieval poem that has vexed generations of scholars.

A mural of the siege of Constantinople

The Official Emona Literary Services™ Playlist: Kontakion of the Mother of God

Aug 13, 2025 Joel Balkovec1 Comment

Revisiting what has consistently been one of my most popular posts. For reasons I don't entirely understand…

A person holding an illuminated orb.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 24

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The return of the Orb of Cursemodias.

The top of a victory monument with a golden statue.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 23

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The Battle of Battle Field Battlefield Memorial Monument Memorial Field

A fragment of an ancient marble bust.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 13

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Annie vs. Dunstana vs. Ancient Statuary.

The temple of Hadrian at Ephesus.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 12

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AVVNCVLVS MAXIMVS

Jars of jam.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 11

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A little light breakfast conversation with Amara and Egeria.

A man's ear.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 10

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Lookin' good, Earl.

A volcano with an ash plume.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 9

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“Well, there’s your problem. The mountain is exploding.”

A robot made of cardboard on the ground.

June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 8

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Wake me up before you Go-Golem.