Medieval Store Blog General
armas
Singer of Blades: The elven sword that embodies the dance of steel
The Bladesinger is an elven sword inspired by mythology and epic fantasy, designed by Epic Armoury for LARP and collecting.
With its curved blade, versatile hilt, and handcrafted details, it com...
In the world of live action role-playing and epic fantasy, few weapons evoke as much elegance, power and mysticism a...
caballero
The shields of the Templars: protection and symbol of faith
Templar shields were essential in the Crusades, both for their defensive function and for their Christian symbolism.
Kite-shaped and with a red cross on a white background, they evolved from the...
The Templar shields, beyond being simple defensive tools, were emblems laden with profound religious and military sy...
Cultura
Scottish Kilts (Men's Scottish Skirts): History, Clans and Color Meanings
Scottish kilts, also known as skirts, are much more than a piece of clothing: they represent identity, tradition, and belonging to ancestral clans.
From its origins in the Middle Ages to its curr...
Scottish kilts , also known as Scottish skirts , are an iconic symbol of Scotland and its rich cultural history. Mor...
armas
The Evolution of the Sword: From Medieval Steel to the Art of Dueling, the Birth of the Rapier and the 17th Century German Rapier
The evolution of the sword, from medieval forms to the German rapier, reflects the social, technical and cultural changes that Europe experienced between the 15th and 17th centuries. From the battl...
During the Late Middle Ages, swords were sturdy and heavy, designed to pierce chain mail and break armor. However, wi...
Cultura
Viking ships and knowledge of the sea: the secret of their voyages
The Vikings stood out as exceptional navigators, combining innovative ships, astronomical knowledge, and natural observation to navigate the seas and rivers of Europe, Iceland, Greenland, and even...
Viking maritime domain
The Vikings were not only feared warriors in medieval Europe; they were also exceptional n...
Cultura
Fascinating Viking Facts: History, Culture, and Discovery
The Vikings were much more than fierce warriors: they were farmers, traders, expert sailors, and explorers. Their society combined organization, technology, hygiene, genetic diversity, and signifi...
Vikings have captured the imagination of historians and the general public for centuries, but their image as fierce ...
Cultura
Being a Viking: a way of life, not a matter of heritage
Viking identity was not defined by genetics, but by customs, trade, navigation, and participation in warrior life.
Ancient DNA studies led by Eske Willerslev show that many buried as Vikings had...
For centuries, the image of the Viking has been associated with the stereotype of tall, blond, and light-eyed Scandi...
Cultura
The gods most venerated by the Vikings: faith, power and protection
Norse mythology was essential to the daily lives of the Vikings, who worshipped gods such as Odin, Thor, Freyja, and Njord for wisdom, strength, love, and prosperity.
Tyr, Balder and Hel complem...
Norse mythology was deeply intertwined with the daily lives of the Vikings.
Their gods not only represented natura...
Cultura
The meaning of death for the Vikings: rites, beliefs and final destiny
For the Vikings, death was a transition to the afterlife, marked by funeral rituals, spiritual beliefs, and social hierarchies.
Both men and women participated actively, and the völvas played an...
Death for the Vikings was not an end, but a transition full of symbolism and honor.
Their vision of the afterlife,...
