Berneich, Dark Age Politics, Part 7
The Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Bernicia began as a British kingdom, Berneich. It plays an important part in The Arthurian Age. Read about the fascinating era of change in “Dark Ages” Britain!
All the People in The Retreat to Avalon
Who is your favorite character from the stories of King Arthur?
The characters of The Retreat to Avalon are based on historical figures and people from the oldest Welsh legends about King Arthur. Here is the list and notes for each one.
Pronouncing Welsh Names in the Arthurian Age
How to pronounce the Old Welsh names of Arthurian characters in “The Retreat to Avalon”, plus a spoiler image for the upcoming, “The Strife of Camlann”!
The Gododdin, Dark Age Politics, Part 6
The dark age kingdom of the Gododdin, in modern day Scotland, has some very strong ties to the legends and history of King Arthur.
The People of the Arthurian Age, Episode III: The Picts
Who were the mysterious Picts? Find out and get a surprise sneak preview from the upcoming sequel, The Strife of Camlann!
Dark Age Politics, Part 5 – Nouant
The Iron Age Novantae tribe of southwestern Scotland gave their name to an obscure kingdom called Nouant. How do they fit into The Arthurian Age?
Have you heard of Arthur’s greatest victory?
The most important battle of King Arthur’s era, the Siege of Mount Badon is shrouded in mystery. But there are clues that can help recreate what may have happened.
Dark Ages Politics- Part 4, Alt Clut
The ancient kingdom of Alt Clut was one of the longest lasting Brythonic speaking kingdoms of Britain. Learn how it fits into The Arthurian Age.
Everything Heroic About Skirmishers
Today I’d like to give some more information about the new release I’m a part of, Janet Morris’ anthology, Heroika: Skirmishers.
Dark Ages Politics, Part 3 – It’s Not Scotland, Yet.
In Post-Roman Britain, Scotland was a land of Britons and Picts. Not the Scoti Irish.