#the elder futhark

[roaenexists]

When I don't ask my runes any specific question they tell me things like, "The breath of God and the primordial water nourish the seed of human creation." When I do the same with my tarot cards they say shit like, "Wash the dishes, whore. One day your parents will die."

[widarswrath]

No Frith with Fascists and Folkists!

Always anti-Terf and always Antifascist.

[misspjsuperior]

BERKANA woodcut print rune deck hand made by PJ Superior features each of the 24 Elder Futhark runes (plus a ”Wyrd” card) carved by hand into birch wood and printed in a hand cranked barrel press. (The backs printed with a spoon.) Along with the rune symbols, each associated Norse word along with a simple, deeply meaningful illustrative border is carved into the wood from which these cards are printed. The Norse rune symbols are still the main visual focus.

The woodcut print method used to create this hand crafted set of cards ensures that the wood carving typical of the most ancient sets of casting runes is still present in this contemporary deck.

I call this rune deck BERKANA after the 18th rune in the Elder Futhark alphabet, because it means “birch” which is the same type of wood used for the carving of this deck. In runic divination, Berkana represents growth, renewal, and hope.

A home made guide booklet, sewn by hand, is included to share interpretations for divination. The guidebook includes cultural background and history of the Elder Futhark runes, as well as insights into the inspirations and meanings of the artistic imagery accompanying each symbol.

Limited edition of 50 funded via Kickstarter

A handful of decks now available:

[qldqueerboy]

It is one of those days when your strong opinions about the behaviour of a person is about to be shattered. The disruptive energy they demonstrate around you gets washed away in feelings of compassion and love. It is as if you are beginning to understand them with fresh eyes and cherish how much value they actually make in your life rather than just a constant thorn in your side.

[lunarlightforge]

New TikTok!! This is the “STORMBREAKER” blade!! It is up for sale at 35% OFF!! Link below for more info! Thanks everyone!!

[pjartandcrafts]

[mischief-night-ghost]

My mother got me a St. Michael (the archangel) medallion. But little does she know that I'm going to make it protective with Norse magick. Checkmate bc witchcraft is creative, no matter the image you are intending to be a vessel.

[notthesomefather]

Absolutely adore this rune deck by @thechaoticgingers / The Chaotic Gingers.

[gifts-of-heimdall-runes]

Rune Art: Silverhand Design

Rune art that was created by Silverhand Design while studying the Elder Futhark. Each rune was represented by an abstract painting composed of the colors and feeling attributed to them.

Shared on Elder Futhark Rune Study (Facebook private group.)

[i-died-three-days-ago]

Scrying Cat

Prediction: runes will end up on the floor

[lost-opium-artblog]

I couldn't stop to my fingers and ended up adding the whole futhark, the Infinite, the roots and eyes that watch.

[frenchtoastygoblin]

Does anyone know what this is? Does it have a purpose like rune stones?

[fightingchancestudio]

New divination dice approach! The 24 sided elder futhark dice will be available Feb 6th at 6pm ET. The quantities are limited, so if you want to get your hands on one, be sure to set a reminder.

[qldqueerboy]

What started as a semi pleasant conversation has moved quickly into a very heated argument today quite unexpectedly. Attempting to nullify the verbal aggression seems pointless no matter what tactics you employ to calm the situation down. It is not a good idea to stand your ground today as the likelihood that it will progress into a physical altercation is very real if you are not careful. The only saving grace in retaining your dignity is to drop the issue and walk away.

[asphodel-flowers]

Officially doing readings professionally 🎉

My practice is very intuitive, more of a conversation with my divination tool(s). They tell me how many I need to lay out and in what order. Rather than charging per card/ rune, I'm going to charge for how in-depth you want to get with the reading.

Rune readings start at $15 - which includes a minimum drawing of three runes for a 10-15 minute reading

Card readings start at $25 - which includes a 20-25 minute reading

Longer readings will cost approximately an additional $1 per minute. For example, one main question maybe with an additional clarifying question will usually only take about 20 minutes. Two or three clarifying questions will start to bring it up to 30 minutes (which would cost $30-35). (Further examples of my work will be available on this Tumblr blog.)

The time includes not only shuffling and laying out the cards or runes, but also typing up my interpretation. I include a picture of the spread, identify the cards/ runes, and explain traditional meanings before diving into the "vibe" I got/ my interpretation.

Ask me your question(s) and I'll let you know how long it'll take. You can contact me via this Tumblr blog or Discord (@alyssumflowers). This initial consultation regarding price/ timing is, of course, free. When we come to an agreement, you can send payment through Venmo or as a Ko-Fi donation. Please remind me with a note who you are, the agreed-upon time and amount. Then I will do the reading for you.

[fabledwitch]

So I just watched The Ritual (2017) and I have thoughts and feelings.

This thing that they use to sacrifice dom to Moder ? It had me screaming.

That's not a random shape, that's the algiz rune.

For those not familiar with runes and their associations , algiz represents - the elk, protection, warding off evil, connection to the gods.

THEY WERE LITERALLY ASKING MODER FOR HER PROTECTION IN EXCHANGE FOR THE OFFERING AND THE PRODUCTION TEAM ON THIS FILM ACTUALLY DID RESEARCH INTO RUNES (as far as I can tell, I need to analyse all those ones carved on trees)