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Gaming piece provides glimpses of prophecies, beards and Viking Age portraits
The Flygstad figurine has been reexamined after two centuries of obscurity.11 months ago — News -
Five tips from the Vikings for surviving the winter blues
How did the Norse get through the darkest, coldest months during the Viking Age?1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Board games and dice: A look at Viking gambling practices
Forget the bright lights and plastic fun of Las Vegas – we'll take you back to the early medieval period when people from Viking societies really knew how to gamble.1 year ago — Culture and religion -
Vikings at play: Sports and recreation in the Viking Age
While Vikings are often associated with warfare and raiding, they also engaged in various recreational activities during times of peace. Many of these activities not only honed some of their warrior skills but were also playful opportunities for entertainment and social bonding.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
What you need to know about Hnefatafl, the 1,000-year-old Viking board game
Somewhat against the common stereotype, Viking warriors also used their brains just as much as their brawn. The board game, Hnefatafl, an abstract strategy game, was played by people in Viking societies from Scandinavia to Scotland and Russia.3 years ago — Culture and religion
