Unpacking myth is a challenge that confronts many who are new to Heathen and Pagan practice. This process is made more complicated by how many in modern society dismiss Nordic myth as, like most other bodies of myth, nothing more than primitive peoples trying to understand the world around them. This assumption completely misses the point and requires replacement with a different perspective. In truth, the meaning of myth lies in that it is a language for shared understandi

Sophia (they/them) will be teaching Introduction to Runes, workshops in sigil magic, and Path of the Seer for anyone seeking training in the arts of the Volur mystics. Information on classes can be found at this link. Further sub-pages have been added for each subject where classes are discussed in more detail. We have also added a Books & Resources page with links to solid books & other sources of information. Please take a look! Finally, On Black Wings is always interest

Many practitioners who are new to animistic forms of spirituality often wonder how they can best start building their practice. Animism, in contrast to Christian monotheism, argues everything in the world has an inherent autonomy that must be respected and treated with dignity. Your place in the world is defined by your relationships with a complex, constantly evolving spiritual ecosystem. This is a very different place to be, spiritually speaking, than making decisions ba

On Black Wings is proud to offer classes in Fire & Ice Heathenry! Starting on September 7th, there will be four classes on offer by Ryan Smith with more to come from other teachers. The current classes on offer are Intro to Nordic Paganism, Intro to Nordic Ritual, Intro to Nordic Magic & Mysticism, and Fundamentals of Utiseta. If you are interested in learning more about Heathen practice, seidr, and more the head on over to the Class page and register with the handy Google