Tales from the Mabinogion
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Stevan Anastasoff, former White Dwarf writer, and video game designer: Warhammer Online, For Honor, Assassin's Creed, and many more. Now working on Tales from the Mabinogion, a game about Welsh mythology using Welsh as its principal language.
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Before Games of Thrones, before Lord of the Rings, before even Geoffrey of Monmouth compiled the legends of King Arthur - before all of these, came the Mabinogion.
Discover the magical stories of this ancient book in Tales from the Mabinogion.
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Before Games of Thrones, before Lord of the Rings, before even Geoffrey of Monmouth compiled the legends of King Arthur - before all of these, came the Mabinogion.
Discover the magical stories of this ancient book in Tales from the Mabinogion.
store.steampowered.com/app/3067260/...
Someone mentioned the shipwreck on this beach just the other day! Nice to see such a splendid photo of it popping up in my feed this afternoon... :)
#beach #wales #cymru #scape #eastcoastkin #stunday #sea #fineartphotography #nature #landscape #silentsunday #art #clouds #seascape #photography #fotografie #photooftheday
The wreck of the Helvetia
Rhossili, Wales, 2015
Photograph © Rob Watkins
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The wreck of the Helvetia
Rhossili, Wales, 2015
Photograph © Rob Watkins
Find my work at www.alamy.com/portfolio/photorobw
December 8, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Someone mentioned the shipwreck on this beach just the other day! Nice to see such a splendid photo of it popping up in my feed this afternoon... :)
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This is the first known photograph of a snowman.
It was taken in Swansea, Wales, in 1853 by Victorian photography pioneer Mary Dillwyn.
📷 National Library of Wales - Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
#christmas #snow
It was taken in Swansea, Wales, in 1853 by Victorian photography pioneer Mary Dillwyn.
📷 National Library of Wales - Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
#christmas #snow
December 7, 2025 at 8:44 AM
This is the first known photograph of a snowman.
It was taken in Swansea, Wales, in 1853 by Victorian photography pioneer Mary Dillwyn.
📷 National Library of Wales - Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
#christmas #snow
It was taken in Swansea, Wales, in 1853 by Victorian photography pioneer Mary Dillwyn.
📷 National Library of Wales - Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
#christmas #snow
Any fluent Welsh speakers want to help Mike out?
I'd say "unicorn porffor blewog ydw i," but maybe a native speaker would have a more natural translation?
I'd say "unicorn porffor blewog ydw i," but maybe a native speaker would have a more natural translation?
And why Welsh?
Because the only I can say in Welsh is “Greetings, I am Mike, I am a dragon”. And frankly I want to replace that with “I am a purple fluffy unicorn”.
I like dragons, but purple fluffy unicorns are better
Because the only I can say in Welsh is “Greetings, I am Mike, I am a dragon”. And frankly I want to replace that with “I am a purple fluffy unicorn”.
I like dragons, but purple fluffy unicorns are better
December 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Any fluent Welsh speakers want to help Mike out?
I'd say "unicorn porffor blewog ydw i," but maybe a native speaker would have a more natural translation?
I'd say "unicorn porffor blewog ydw i," but maybe a native speaker would have a more natural translation?
Very cute... :)
December 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Very cute... :)
#mythologymonday
In the early Arthurian tale of Culhwch and Olwen, Culhwch's vow to win his love's hand is an embodiment of courage and honour. He never questions whether the tasks set before him are fair, or sensible, or even survivable, his duty is simply to do, for love.
In the early Arthurian tale of Culhwch and Olwen, Culhwch's vow to win his love's hand is an embodiment of courage and honour. He never questions whether the tasks set before him are fair, or sensible, or even survivable, his duty is simply to do, for love.
December 8, 2025 at 1:55 PM
#mythologymonday
In the early Arthurian tale of Culhwch and Olwen, Culhwch's vow to win his love's hand is an embodiment of courage and honour. He never questions whether the tasks set before him are fair, or sensible, or even survivable, his duty is simply to do, for love.
In the early Arthurian tale of Culhwch and Olwen, Culhwch's vow to win his love's hand is an embodiment of courage and honour. He never questions whether the tasks set before him are fair, or sensible, or even survivable, his duty is simply to do, for love.
#TheMedievalFestival
There's a medieval festival happening on Steam this week!
If you're interested in 'Tales from the Mabinogion' then you'll probably find a few other titles here to pique your curiousity... :)
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There's a medieval festival happening on Steam this week!
If you're interested in 'Tales from the Mabinogion' then you'll probably find a few other titles here to pique your curiousity... :)
store.steampowered.com/curator/44741218/sale/TheMedievalFestival
The Medieval Festival
The Medieval Festival ⚔️ Render Cube is excited to announce our first-ever Steam festival – The Medieval Festival! This special event celebrates the Middle Ages by showcasing a wide variety of games s...
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December 7, 2025 at 2:45 PM
#TheMedievalFestival
There's a medieval festival happening on Steam this week!
If you're interested in 'Tales from the Mabinogion' then you'll probably find a few other titles here to pique your curiousity... :)
store.steampowered.com/curator/44741218/sale/TheMedievalFestival
There's a medieval festival happening on Steam this week!
If you're interested in 'Tales from the Mabinogion' then you'll probably find a few other titles here to pique your curiousity... :)
store.steampowered.com/curator/44741218/sale/TheMedievalFestival
#screenshotsaturday
While I'm not trying to recreate any specific locations, I do make extensive use of real world places for reference. Can you recognise which beaches I was using as reference for this scene at the start of the game?
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While I'm not trying to recreate any specific locations, I do make extensive use of real world places for reference. Can you recognise which beaches I was using as reference for this scene at the start of the game?
store.steampowered.com/app/3067260/Tales_from_the_Mabinogion/
December 6, 2025 at 12:17 PM
#screenshotsaturday
While I'm not trying to recreate any specific locations, I do make extensive use of real world places for reference. Can you recognise which beaches I was using as reference for this scene at the start of the game?
store.steampowered.com/app/3067260/Tales_from_the_Mabinogion/
While I'm not trying to recreate any specific locations, I do make extensive use of real world places for reference. Can you recognise which beaches I was using as reference for this scene at the start of the game?
store.steampowered.com/app/3067260/Tales_from_the_Mabinogion/
So thrilled, look what just arrived at my door! And signed by the author!
I know, I know, I need to get 'Tales from the Mabinogion' shipped before I start thinking what to work on next, but I have to say this is giving me ideas for a 'Tales from the Book of Taliesin' sequel!
I know, I know, I need to get 'Tales from the Mabinogion' shipped before I start thinking what to work on next, but I have to say this is giving me ideas for a 'Tales from the Book of Taliesin' sequel!
December 5, 2025 at 2:03 PM
So thrilled, look what just arrived at my door! And signed by the author!
I know, I know, I need to get 'Tales from the Mabinogion' shipped before I start thinking what to work on next, but I have to say this is giving me ideas for a 'Tales from the Book of Taliesin' sequel!
I know, I know, I need to get 'Tales from the Mabinogion' shipped before I start thinking what to work on next, but I have to say this is giving me ideas for a 'Tales from the Book of Taliesin' sequel!
#FolkyFriday
The Wild Hunt is recurrent across the mythology of much of Europe, and some see Santa as the de-fanged, benevolent heir to these mid-winter sky-hunts.
In Welsh mythology, Arawn, or Gwyn ap Nudd, take that role, racing across stormy winter skies accompanied by the baying Cŵn Annwn!
The Wild Hunt is recurrent across the mythology of much of Europe, and some see Santa as the de-fanged, benevolent heir to these mid-winter sky-hunts.
In Welsh mythology, Arawn, or Gwyn ap Nudd, take that role, racing across stormy winter skies accompanied by the baying Cŵn Annwn!
December 5, 2025 at 1:32 PM
#FolkyFriday
The Wild Hunt is recurrent across the mythology of much of Europe, and some see Santa as the de-fanged, benevolent heir to these mid-winter sky-hunts.
In Welsh mythology, Arawn, or Gwyn ap Nudd, take that role, racing across stormy winter skies accompanied by the baying Cŵn Annwn!
The Wild Hunt is recurrent across the mythology of much of Europe, and some see Santa as the de-fanged, benevolent heir to these mid-winter sky-hunts.
In Welsh mythology, Arawn, or Gwyn ap Nudd, take that role, racing across stormy winter skies accompanied by the baying Cŵn Annwn!
#BookologyThursday
My favourite edition of The Mabinogion is illustrated by Alan Lee. I particularly love this image of Gwydion coaxing Lleu Llaw Gyffes from the treetop: the wounded hero, transformed into a dying eagle after being struck down, being saved by the magic of Gwydion's song.
My favourite edition of The Mabinogion is illustrated by Alan Lee. I particularly love this image of Gwydion coaxing Lleu Llaw Gyffes from the treetop: the wounded hero, transformed into a dying eagle after being struck down, being saved by the magic of Gwydion's song.
December 4, 2025 at 12:37 PM
#BookologyThursday
My favourite edition of The Mabinogion is illustrated by Alan Lee. I particularly love this image of Gwydion coaxing Lleu Llaw Gyffes from the treetop: the wounded hero, transformed into a dying eagle after being struck down, being saved by the magic of Gwydion's song.
My favourite edition of The Mabinogion is illustrated by Alan Lee. I particularly love this image of Gwydion coaxing Lleu Llaw Gyffes from the treetop: the wounded hero, transformed into a dying eagle after being struck down, being saved by the magic of Gwydion's song.
#FairyTaleTuesday
Tolkien was far from the first to use a ring of invisibility. In the story of Owain, from the Mabinogion, the golden-haired Luned gifts our hero just such a charm.
After upturning an enchanted bowl, he is pursued by the retinue of the Black Knight, and escapes thanks to her gift.
Tolkien was far from the first to use a ring of invisibility. In the story of Owain, from the Mabinogion, the golden-haired Luned gifts our hero just such a charm.
After upturning an enchanted bowl, he is pursued by the retinue of the Black Knight, and escapes thanks to her gift.
December 2, 2025 at 1:48 PM
#FairyTaleTuesday
Tolkien was far from the first to use a ring of invisibility. In the story of Owain, from the Mabinogion, the golden-haired Luned gifts our hero just such a charm.
After upturning an enchanted bowl, he is pursued by the retinue of the Black Knight, and escapes thanks to her gift.
Tolkien was far from the first to use a ring of invisibility. In the story of Owain, from the Mabinogion, the golden-haired Luned gifts our hero just such a charm.
After upturning an enchanted bowl, he is pursued by the retinue of the Black Knight, and escapes thanks to her gift.
#MythologyMonday
From Lleu Law Gyffes dropping from Arianrhod`s womb as she steps over an enchanted branch, to Pryderi being stolen by some unseen creature and growing preternaturally quickly, the Mabinogion is filled with strange stories of the births its heroes.
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From Lleu Law Gyffes dropping from Arianrhod`s womb as she steps over an enchanted branch, to Pryderi being stolen by some unseen creature and growing preternaturally quickly, the Mabinogion is filled with strange stories of the births its heroes.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:39 PM
#MythologyMonday
From Lleu Law Gyffes dropping from Arianrhod`s womb as she steps over an enchanted branch, to Pryderi being stolen by some unseen creature and growing preternaturally quickly, the Mabinogion is filled with strange stories of the births its heroes.
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From Lleu Law Gyffes dropping from Arianrhod`s womb as she steps over an enchanted branch, to Pryderi being stolen by some unseen creature and growing preternaturally quickly, the Mabinogion is filled with strange stories of the births its heroes.
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The Gaelic and Scots languages have gained official status in a ‘historic milestone’ as people across Scotland mark St Andrew’s Day
Gaelic and Scots gain official status on St Andrew’s Day
The Gaelic and Scots languages have gained official status in a “historic milestone” as people across Scotland mark St Andrew’s Day. It is one of a range of measures which come into force on November ...
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November 30, 2025 at 9:40 AM
The Gaelic and Scots languages have gained official status in a ‘historic milestone’ as people across Scotland mark St Andrew’s Day
#FolkloreSunday
The time of the Mari Lwyd approaches!
One of Wales` more unique festive customs sees a decorated horse`s skull carried from door to door, where its bearers challenge each household to engage in a duel of verse and wit for entry and, most importantly, beer!
The time of the Mari Lwyd approaches!
One of Wales` more unique festive customs sees a decorated horse`s skull carried from door to door, where its bearers challenge each household to engage in a duel of verse and wit for entry and, most importantly, beer!
November 30, 2025 at 2:48 PM
#FolkloreSunday
The time of the Mari Lwyd approaches!
One of Wales` more unique festive customs sees a decorated horse`s skull carried from door to door, where its bearers challenge each household to engage in a duel of verse and wit for entry and, most importantly, beer!
The time of the Mari Lwyd approaches!
One of Wales` more unique festive customs sees a decorated horse`s skull carried from door to door, where its bearers challenge each household to engage in a duel of verse and wit for entry and, most importantly, beer!
#BookWormSat
On the night of his birth, Pryderi was stolen from his cradle by some unseen beast, his mother falsely accused of infanticide.
Meanwhile, lord Teyrnon, losing livestock to a clawed creature, kept vigil in his stable. He drove off the monster, finding a newborn left on the threshold.
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On the night of his birth, Pryderi was stolen from his cradle by some unseen beast, his mother falsely accused of infanticide.
Meanwhile, lord Teyrnon, losing livestock to a clawed creature, kept vigil in his stable. He drove off the monster, finding a newborn left on the threshold.
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November 29, 2025 at 3:21 PM
#BookWormSat
On the night of his birth, Pryderi was stolen from his cradle by some unseen beast, his mother falsely accused of infanticide.
Meanwhile, lord Teyrnon, losing livestock to a clawed creature, kept vigil in his stable. He drove off the monster, finding a newborn left on the threshold.
1/2
On the night of his birth, Pryderi was stolen from his cradle by some unseen beast, his mother falsely accused of infanticide.
Meanwhile, lord Teyrnon, losing livestock to a clawed creature, kept vigil in his stable. He drove off the monster, finding a newborn left on the threshold.
1/2
A reminder that Wishlisting upcoming indie games really does make a difference to small developers - it's one of the few tools we have to actually gain visibility.
If there are any smaller titles that you're interested, please do give them a Wishlist on Steam!
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If there are any smaller titles that you're interested, please do give them a Wishlist on Steam!
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November 26, 2025 at 2:34 PM
A reminder that Wishlisting upcoming indie games really does make a difference to small developers - it's one of the few tools we have to actually gain visibility.
If there are any smaller titles that you're interested, please do give them a Wishlist on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/3067260/...
If there are any smaller titles that you're interested, please do give them a Wishlist on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/3067260/...
#WyrdWednesday
Efnysien is the baby-murdering, animal-mutilating, anti-hero of the Second Branch. His actions near eradicated the Irish, and cost his own brother's life.
But in an ultimate act of self-sacrifice he destroyed the Cauldron of Rebirth, ending the war that had ravaged his people.
Efnysien is the baby-murdering, animal-mutilating, anti-hero of the Second Branch. His actions near eradicated the Irish, and cost his own brother's life.
But in an ultimate act of self-sacrifice he destroyed the Cauldron of Rebirth, ending the war that had ravaged his people.
November 26, 2025 at 2:14 PM
#WyrdWednesday
Efnysien is the baby-murdering, animal-mutilating, anti-hero of the Second Branch. His actions near eradicated the Irish, and cost his own brother's life.
But in an ultimate act of self-sacrifice he destroyed the Cauldron of Rebirth, ending the war that had ravaged his people.
Efnysien is the baby-murdering, animal-mutilating, anti-hero of the Second Branch. His actions near eradicated the Irish, and cost his own brother's life.
But in an ultimate act of self-sacrifice he destroyed the Cauldron of Rebirth, ending the war that had ravaged his people.
#LegendaryWednesday
It can be said, without exaggeration, that Poe's poem, the Raven, is one of the most well known, powerful, and unsettling poems ever written.
Phil Rowe, the voice of Pryderi in our game, has recorded a version of the poem that is both haunting, and fierce.
It can be said, without exaggeration, that Poe's poem, the Raven, is one of the most well known, powerful, and unsettling poems ever written.
Phil Rowe, the voice of Pryderi in our game, has recorded a version of the poem that is both haunting, and fierce.
A Voice Like This BONUS EPISODE -The Raven
[audio src="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1a0e3d8a-4ad8-425e-9054-f48421d2e25e.mp3"][/audio]In this special bonus episode, Phil Rowe brings Edgar Allan Poe's iconic poem, The Raven, vividly to...
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November 26, 2025 at 12:41 PM
#LegendaryWednesday
It can be said, without exaggeration, that Poe's poem, the Raven, is one of the most well known, powerful, and unsettling poems ever written.
Phil Rowe, the voice of Pryderi in our game, has recorded a version of the poem that is both haunting, and fierce.
It can be said, without exaggeration, that Poe's poem, the Raven, is one of the most well known, powerful, and unsettling poems ever written.
Phil Rowe, the voice of Pryderi in our game, has recorded a version of the poem that is both haunting, and fierce.
Yes, this does look quite ridiculous...
But still, it's based on a series of books inspired by the Mabinogion and the Book of Taliesin, amongst others, so I'm not going to complain too much!
youtu.be/RkmT-kZIHNU?...
But still, it's based on a series of books inspired by the Mabinogion and the Book of Taliesin, amongst others, so I'm not going to complain too much!
youtu.be/RkmT-kZIHNU?...
The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Official Trailer
YouTube video by DailyWire+
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November 26, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Yes, this does look quite ridiculous...
But still, it's based on a series of books inspired by the Mabinogion and the Book of Taliesin, amongst others, so I'm not going to complain too much!
youtu.be/RkmT-kZIHNU?...
But still, it's based on a series of books inspired by the Mabinogion and the Book of Taliesin, amongst others, so I'm not going to complain too much!
youtu.be/RkmT-kZIHNU?...
#FairyTaleTuesday
Legends tells of a sunken lost land off the coast of Wales, Cantre'r Gwaelod. It was ruled over by Gwyddno Garanhir, the grandfather of the great bard Taliesin.
Gwyddno also guarded a magic hamper that could turn a single meal into enough food to feed a hundred!
Legends tells of a sunken lost land off the coast of Wales, Cantre'r Gwaelod. It was ruled over by Gwyddno Garanhir, the grandfather of the great bard Taliesin.
Gwyddno also guarded a magic hamper that could turn a single meal into enough food to feed a hundred!
November 25, 2025 at 12:51 PM
#FairyTaleTuesday
Legends tells of a sunken lost land off the coast of Wales, Cantre'r Gwaelod. It was ruled over by Gwyddno Garanhir, the grandfather of the great bard Taliesin.
Gwyddno also guarded a magic hamper that could turn a single meal into enough food to feed a hundred!
Legends tells of a sunken lost land off the coast of Wales, Cantre'r Gwaelod. It was ruled over by Gwyddno Garanhir, the grandfather of the great bard Taliesin.
Gwyddno also guarded a magic hamper that could turn a single meal into enough food to feed a hundred!
#MythologyMonday
In the Welsh Otherworld of Annwn, there is a magical cauldron that only feeds the brave, leaving cowards and traitors to starve.
The heat that warms the cauldron is provided by the breath of nine maidens, an unusual twist on the 'nine sorceresses' archetype.
In the Welsh Otherworld of Annwn, there is a magical cauldron that only feeds the brave, leaving cowards and traitors to starve.
The heat that warms the cauldron is provided by the breath of nine maidens, an unusual twist on the 'nine sorceresses' archetype.
November 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
#MythologyMonday
In the Welsh Otherworld of Annwn, there is a magical cauldron that only feeds the brave, leaving cowards and traitors to starve.
The heat that warms the cauldron is provided by the breath of nine maidens, an unusual twist on the 'nine sorceresses' archetype.
In the Welsh Otherworld of Annwn, there is a magical cauldron that only feeds the brave, leaving cowards and traitors to starve.
The heat that warms the cauldron is provided by the breath of nine maidens, an unusual twist on the 'nine sorceresses' archetype.
#folkloresunday
In an early version of the Arthurian Grail quest, the warrior Peredur must confront a coven of nine witches, known as the Gwiddonod Caerloyw, or the Nine Sorceresses of Gloucester.
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In an early version of the Arthurian Grail quest, the warrior Peredur must confront a coven of nine witches, known as the Gwiddonod Caerloyw, or the Nine Sorceresses of Gloucester.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:42 PM
#folkloresunday
In an early version of the Arthurian Grail quest, the warrior Peredur must confront a coven of nine witches, known as the Gwiddonod Caerloyw, or the Nine Sorceresses of Gloucester.
1/2
In an early version of the Arthurian Grail quest, the warrior Peredur must confront a coven of nine witches, known as the Gwiddonod Caerloyw, or the Nine Sorceresses of Gloucester.
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#FolkyFriday
Welsh still uses the word 'Gwyddbwyll' for modern chess, but there was once a much older game, similar to the Irish Fidchell.
Amongst the Thirteen Treasures of the Island of Britain was a magical Gwyddbwyll board, made of gold and silver, who's enchanted pieces would play by themselves.
Welsh still uses the word 'Gwyddbwyll' for modern chess, but there was once a much older game, similar to the Irish Fidchell.
Amongst the Thirteen Treasures of the Island of Britain was a magical Gwyddbwyll board, made of gold and silver, who's enchanted pieces would play by themselves.
November 21, 2025 at 1:02 PM
#FolkyFriday
Welsh still uses the word 'Gwyddbwyll' for modern chess, but there was once a much older game, similar to the Irish Fidchell.
Amongst the Thirteen Treasures of the Island of Britain was a magical Gwyddbwyll board, made of gold and silver, who's enchanted pieces would play by themselves.
Welsh still uses the word 'Gwyddbwyll' for modern chess, but there was once a much older game, similar to the Irish Fidchell.
Amongst the Thirteen Treasures of the Island of Britain was a magical Gwyddbwyll board, made of gold and silver, who's enchanted pieces would play by themselves.
There was another museum heist recently, that got considerably less attention than the raid on the Louvre. The Welsh Viking gives some nice commentary on it here.
BTW, the Welsh Viking is great, and you should subscribe to his YouTube channel!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZRS...
BTW, the Welsh Viking is great, and you should subscribe to his YouTube channel!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZRS...
Welsh Museum Heist and a Correction
YouTube video by The Welsh Viking
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November 20, 2025 at 2:31 PM
There was another museum heist recently, that got considerably less attention than the raid on the Louvre. The Welsh Viking gives some nice commentary on it here.
BTW, the Welsh Viking is great, and you should subscribe to his YouTube channel!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZRS...
BTW, the Welsh Viking is great, and you should subscribe to his YouTube channel!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZRS...
#BookologyThursday
You might not think from looking at it, but Grassholm Island was reputed to be a site of great revelry!
According to the Mabinogion, after the bloody slaughter of the war in Ireland, Manawydan and the other survivors of the war spent eighty years feasting here!
You might not think from looking at it, but Grassholm Island was reputed to be a site of great revelry!
According to the Mabinogion, after the bloody slaughter of the war in Ireland, Manawydan and the other survivors of the war spent eighty years feasting here!
November 20, 2025 at 1:48 PM
#BookologyThursday
You might not think from looking at it, but Grassholm Island was reputed to be a site of great revelry!
According to the Mabinogion, after the bloody slaughter of the war in Ireland, Manawydan and the other survivors of the war spent eighty years feasting here!
You might not think from looking at it, but Grassholm Island was reputed to be a site of great revelry!
According to the Mabinogion, after the bloody slaughter of the war in Ireland, Manawydan and the other survivors of the war spent eighty years feasting here!