Today, we're taking a look at Ensiferum's 2007 song Wanderer — which as far as I can tell, is either about Finland's great folk hero Väinämöinen, Conan the Barbarian, or me…
Tag: Mythology
The Official Emona Literary Services™ Playlist: And Then There Was Silence — Blind Guardian
I've just posted my latest entry on my official author playlist over on my Substack. Today's song is Blind Guardian's epic retelling of the Trojan War, And Then There Was Silence — a song almost as epic as the source material…
Cartoon Recommendation: Gargoyles
Over on my Substack, I just finished posting my full write-up on Disney's 90s icon of animation Gargoyles. Which you should definitely give a read to learn way more about medieval sculpture than you ever wanted to know…
Book Recommendation: Tales from the Perilous Realm
Fairy Tales a la J.R.R. Tolkien
June 2025 Realmgard Short Scenes: Day 24
The return of the Orb of Cursemodias.
The History of Realmgard: Gregor von Plündern
Realmgard's most famous land pirate. Yes, really…
The History of Realmgard: Saint Artemio
Whatever the reason, it was in the village of Galgano that Saint Artemio formally renounced martial pursuits and worldly wealth and declared that he could henceforth live as a mendicant hermit in the hills of Natalis.
The History of Realmgard: Duchess Forte
One of the most famous women in the history of Natalis, largely by virtue of being one of the few women in its history to rule in her own right. Helped, of course, by the fact that she ruled with remarkable success.
The History of Realmgard: Duke Mercurio
"There was battle and the Orc was slain."
The History of Realmgard: After the Empire
One of the great heroes of the Golden Age of the Elven Empire, Quintus Marcellinus Styracosaurus is famous in both deed and facial hair.
