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Realmgard

Fantasy fiction proudly published by Emona Literary Services

Tag: Pop Culture Critique

Music to Write Realmgard to: The Planets

May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

So, basically, what I'm saying this that is the best artistic examination of the Solar System not named Sailor Moon…

Posted in Music to Write Realmgard to, UncategorizedTagged 1910s, Astrology, Astronomy, Classical Music, Classical Mythology, Gustav Holst, Instrumental, Music, Music History, Mythology, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique, Roman Mythology, Solar System, Space
Azumanga Daioh the Animation: J.C.Staff and Sentai Filmworks,

Closing Out Autism Awareness Month

Apr 30, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

At the end of April: autistic anime and why it matters.

Posted in Recommendations, Writing ExerciseTagged 2024, Anime, April 2024, Author, Author Life, Autism, Autism Awareness Month, Autistic Characters, Autobiography, Azumanga Daioh, Biography, ICYMI, J.B. Norman, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique

Music to Write Realmgard to: Ocean Land

Apr 29, 2024Apr 28, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

We see an ocean once was land And so they come to understand This place where man used to be born Will be man's water throne

Posted in Music to Write Realmgard toTagged 2000s, Concept Album, Flood, Folk Metal, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, Mythology, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique

Music to Write Realmgard to: Atlantis

Apr 27, 2024Apr 26, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

"Now in this island of Atlantis there existed a confederation of kings, of great and marvelous power."

Posted in Music to Write Realmgard toTagged European History, Folk Music, Greece, History, Music, Music History, Mythology, Plato, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique

Music to Write Realmgard to: Rock Me Amadeus

Apr 23, 2024Apr 22, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

And, of course, because the most common lyrics are "Oh" and "Amadeus", it's really easy to sing along with, even if you don't speak German…

Posted in Music to Write Realmgard toTagged 80s, Austria, Austrian Music, Classical Music, European History, Mozart, Music, Music History, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique

Music to Write Realmgard to: Tír na nÓg

Apr 19, 2024Apr 25, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

Tír na nÓg is where the Elves live in Irish mythology. Remember that, that's going to be important…

Posted in Music to Write Realmgard toTagged Celtic Mythology, Elf, Fairies, Fairy Tales, Fantasy, Folk Music, Ireland, Irish Music, Music, Mythology, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique, Recommendation
A purple-blue twenty-sided die.

Topical Tabletop Gaming — Part 2: Game Wizards

Apr 18, 2024Apr 17, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

Part 2 of my recent exploration of Dungeons & Dragons and its history — specifically, its corporate history. What? Where are you going? No, it's interesting, I swear!

Posted in RecommendationsTagged 70s, 80s, 90s, Books, Dungeons & Dragons, Fantasy, Gaming, History, Nerd Culture, Non-Fiction, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique, Tabletop Games, Tabletop Gaming
A dragon statue from a low angle.

Topical Tabletop Gaming — Part 1: Dungeons & Dragons

Apr 18, 2024Apr 17, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

Dungeons & Dragons: The Game.

Posted in RecommendationsTagged Adventure, Dungeons & Dragons, Fantasy, Gaming, Nerd Culture, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique, Recommendation, Tabletop Games, Tabletop Gaming

Music to Write Realmgard to: Starfire Burning Upon the Ice-Veiled Throne of Ultima Thule

Apr 17, 2024Apr 18, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

Spears agleam in the dying sun The blood is spilled, the battle's won From the icy throne of God-King shall rule When nine stars kiss the moon o'er Ultima Thule

Posted in Music to Write Realmgard toTagged British Bands, Fantasy, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique, Pulp Literature, UK, UK Writers
Azumanga Daioh the Animation: J.C.Staff and Sentai Filmworks,

Autism Awareness Month Midway-Point: Autistic Anime and Why It Matters

Apr 15, 2024Apr 14, 2024 J.B. NormanLeave a comment

You belong.

Posted in Recommendations, Writing ExerciseTagged 2024, Anime, April 2024, Author, Author Life, Autism, Autism Awareness Month, Autistic Characters, Autobiography, Azumanga Daioh, Biography, ICYMI, J.B. Norman, Pop Culture, Pop Culture Critique

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