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By I. M. Knosp The tale of American folklore is an odd one. A collection of stories shaped by the many tropes and traditions of the European settlers, as well as the new and different world that said settlers found themselves in. Among these tales are many monsters, legends, jokes, and long drawn out whoppersContinue reading “Tall Tales & American Demigods”

By J. A. Coburn A time-honored tradition of the past most notably from Albion according to writings. However, it must be mentioned this tradition extends into the rest of the Hyperborean peoples and customs as well, though different words might be used to describe the same custom. While the form may vary from region toContinue reading “The Basics of Flyting”

By The Lore Keeper Our Second issue of Europe and Diaspora the Grundsow (Groundhog) issue is finally ready. The second issue of Europe & Diaspora continues to bring forth the lore, legends, and culture of the Hyperborean Peoples. From stories of German Goddesses to the tale of the Hero Bear of World War II, thisContinue reading “Europe & Diaspora Issue 2”

By The Lore Keeper You’ve likely heard of Halloween, and perhaps you have heard of May Day. But, have you heard of Walpurgisnacht? Also known as Hexennacht or “Witches’ Night” it is a lesser known holiday whose core celebration is in the Harz mountains in Germany. This obscure holiday is perhaps one of the mostContinue reading “Walpurgisnacht and The Spring Wild Hunt”

By The Lore Keeper One of the most well known and controversial goddesses of the West Germanic’s is that of Ostara. Often equated to Eostre and Easter. Some argue she does not exist, that she is an invention in an effort to introduce pagan elements into a christian celebration. A mistake of the venerable Bede,Continue reading “Easter, The Goddesses of New Life”

By I.M. Knosp Among the fey perhaps no figure is more well known, more infamous, and more representative of them as a whole than that figure known as Robin Goodfellow. Or his much simpler title “Puck”. The figures of the Faerie court were more or less set in stone once, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” wasContinue reading “Puck. King of Faerie”

So before we get into the Myths and folktales involving the Easter Bunny it would be wise to discuss what the Easter Bunny/Hare even does and where he comes into play. In the tales collected/written by Margaret Arndt the Easter Hare is labeled a Fairy and in at least one tale appears alongside Mother Holle,Continue reading “The Myth of the Easter Bunny”

As spring approaches one should begin thinking of the earth hidden beneath the snow. Worms are one of the keys to healthy soil. These often overlooked creatures though small have a powerful impact on the health of the soil in which they live. Converting organic material into lush and verdant soil, thick and black withContinue reading “Remember the Worms”

As society progresses to a position where dating is a literal marketplace and persons are seen as commodities for a bit of fun, and relationships are more and more meaningless, a necessity for us to recover the healthy and ancient ways of dating appears. Many of us have tried hopelessly the modern methods and waysContinue reading “Healthy Pagan Dating”

Letters to the Gods by Myo B. At first, the idea of writing letters to our gods might seem silly or even disrespectful. However, this is a wonderful way to connect to the deities which are part us. The gods are not some untouchable beings in the sky, they are members of our family. AndContinue reading “Letters to the Gods”