Tag Archives: mabinogion

Love That Leviathan

Posted on November 19, 2022 by Nathan

I’d been meaning to discuss Leviathan a little more, which I think was inspired by the name being used for the base of the rebel organization Astrea in Cosmic Star Heroine. Considering all the other references to classic games, I had thought … Continue reading →

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It’s a Celtic Thing

Posted on August 27, 2022 by Nathan

I recently finished reading the Mabinogion, a collection of Welsh mythological prose, translated by Lady Charlotte Guest in the nineteenth century. I understand there have been better English translations since then, but this is what I could easily find online, … Continue reading →

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The Other Leading Bran

Posted on April 18, 2015 by Nathan

Today I’d like to take a look at one of the mythical Kings of Britain, the giant Bran Fendigaid, or Bran the Blessed. His name can mean “raven” or “crow,” and he was large enough to wade through seas. Exactly … Continue reading →

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Arianrhod Take the Wheel

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Nathan

I recently came across the comic Everyday Gods, which chronicles the day-to-day doings of gods from several different cultures, most of whom live in the same neighborhood. While I was familiar with most of the gods involved and have written … Continue reading →

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We Found Love in a Hopeless Myth

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Nathan

Am I the only one who wonders why the H is in a different position in the names of pop singer Rihanna and Welsh mythological character Rhiannon? Perhaps Rihanna’s name isn’t derived from Welsh, but what fun is that? Anyway, … Continue reading →

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Fiddling Around with Fidchell

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Nathan

When I first started making game-related posts, Chris mentioned an old Celtic game called Fidchell. Looking for information on it, I found that it was mentioned in a lot of old stories, but how the game is played and what … Continue reading →

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