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Raven on a skull, woven from Celtic Knotwork, zoomorphic and spiral Celtic ornamental styles. Night, mystical composition by RAIDHO.

Midgardsormr - World Serpent. One of the terrible Loki's Kids - Fenrir, Hel - Snake Jormungandr was tossed by Odin into the great ocean that encircles Midgard. There the serpent grew so large that it was able to surround the Earth and grasp its own tail. When it releases its tail, Ragnarok (the final battle of the world) will begin. Thor's archenemy. During Ragnarok, Thor and Jormungandr will fight each other to the death.

The bird with the beautiful face of a young maiden and with scary, predatory claws. She, without looking, selects the Runes of our Fate...

Ethnic Elk design by RAIDHO, inspired by ancient Petroglyphs, Shamanic traditions and Animal Style Art. Just an attempt to remember that once upon a time people and nature were much closer than they are now..

In Nordic Mythology, this is an eagle living on top of the World ash-tree Yggdrasil. Constantly exchanges curses with the serpent Nidhogg, who lives at the roots.

Bear WARRIOR. " ..His (Odin's) men rushed forwards without armour, were as mad as dogs or wolves, bit their shields, and were strong as bears or wild oxen, and killed people at a blow, but neither fire nor iron told upon them. This was called Berserkergang.. " Snorri Sturluson , Ynglinga saga

High day of the winter solstice, Yule, has many names. One of them - Huginn's Yule or RAVEN'S FEAST.

"..In the light of the rising moon Shaman sits by the fire. His gaze is focused at the flame but he sees and hears everything in the lands of his tribe. He sees fish in the river and a snake curled in grass and how the beast grabbed the prey... And he sees the whole path of generations of his folk - from long gone forebears to unborn descendants, whose fate is kept by the sacred bird... "

Valknut - Symbol of worlds unity and integrity of the soul. Aegishjalmur and Vegvisir - guard symbols. Triskele - symbol of balance with nature.

Howling Wolf. When you're alone and when you're sad - just call your friends, they will rush to your aid and everything will get better! And, Yeah! Don't forget to respond when your friend needs a help too :) Runes meaning - ULF -> ULV -> WOLF in Old Norse.

Most people are afraid of death - this is normal. Since ancient times, folks have used amulets with the death-attributes to cheat death. Often, bird skulls were used for this purpose - Death will come nearer, but when he sees the skull, will think that he has been here before, job is done, will turn around and leave. Death drives death out! Rune Algiz, similar to a bird's paw, was used as a protection too.

Howling Wolf. When you're alone and when you're sad - just call your friends, they will rush to your aid and everything will get better! And, Yeah! Don't forget to respond when your friend needs a help too :) Runes meaning - ULF -> ULV -> WOLF in Old Norse

FREEDOM In this work, I tried, not only to convey my sense of Free Soul.. I also have combined the various styles of Celtic Art. Celtic tribes were famous for their love of freedom and independence. Here you can see - Ancient La-Tene style and medieval zoomorphic knotwork. And of course - Celtic Cross.

The hardy Wolves Folk never feared diseases. There is only night, friends, enemies and prey. Everything is decided only by the courage of your heart, the speed of your paws and the sharpness of your teeth... We are not wolves, and should not become like them, but we can learn their vitality. Don't let intimidate you!

In this work I tried to combine the main symbols of the Thor, God of Thunder, Protector of Midgard. Mjolnir, Trinity Knot and Lightning. Hammer Mjolnir - the oldest and most famous symbol of Thor, the god of thunder and lightning, who protects gods and people from giants and hostile forces. The image of Mjolnir and the hammer-shaped pendants have been used as protective amulets in Northern Europe since ancient times, and after the adoption of Christianity, people for a long time still wore a cross and an amulet - a copy of Mjolnir. Also, one of the Thor's symbols is Triquetra or Trinity Knot - as a symbol of continuity of life.

In Norse mythology, Surtr - The fiery giant, lord of Muspelheim. During Ragnarok, Surtr will come from the south with flames, carrying a very bright sword. In the battle his sword will cut down the world tree Yggdrasil, and this will be the beginning of the death of the present world and the beginning of the birth of a new one.

Leaf of Yggdrasil - tree of life. Futhark - runic ring of life.

Salamandra. Fire spirit.

In Norse mythology, Garm or Garmr, is a wolf or dog associated with both Hel and Ragnarok, and described as a blood-stained guardian of Helheim's gate. In some sources He is called four-eyed.

Thor with Tangniostr and Tangrisnir.

In Norse mythology, Nidhoggr ( Nidhogg ) - dragon who lives in the roots of the tree of life, Yggdrasil.

Norse Wolf.

This design inspired by frequent motif on northern runestones and brooches - Dragons vs Snakes. Runic inscription - Elder Futhark - Runic alphabet.

Norse Wolf. Silver.

Fiery Fairy Tales.

Yggdrasil. Tree of life. World tree.

Cold Stone and fairy-tales in runes.

Celtic cross. Fairy-tales in ornaments..

Mjolnir, Drakkars and Dragons.

LOKI'S DAUGHTER

Jotunheimr.

T-SHIRT "BAD WORDS", FIGHTING VIKING.

RAGNAROK. NAGLFAR-LOKI'S SHIP.

A wolf's paw print in the snow can change your attitude to the surrounding reality a little bit, isn't it? Here - WOLF'S STAMP.

He comes snowy night...

A wolf's paw print in the snow can change your attitude to the surrounding reality a little bit, isn't it? Here - WOLF'S STAMP.