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Ragnarök Pt. 1 Nov 30, 2021

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Set far into our future, the apocalyptic event fated by the gods has arrived: Ragnarök. A soldier named Vithar is thrown into world-ending chaos, but finds temporary relief — and a new mission — after he’s plucked out of battle by Freya herself.

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The Orishas: Shango the Thunder Hurler Pt. 2 Nov 16, 2021

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With his reputation in tatters, Shango must find a way to earn back his people’s respect — and their fear. When a mystical competitor arises, the Thunder Hurler is forced to make a fateful decision about his future.

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The Orishas: Shango the Thunder Hurler Pt. 1 Nov 09, 2021

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A ruthless warrior and fearsome orisha, Shango gives up his greatest secret in return for a fiery power. But in his quest to become the world’s most powerful warlord, he turns allies into deadly enemies.

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Journey to the West: Guanyin's Goldfish Nov 02, 2021

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In another adventure from the classic Chinese myth, the Tang Monk and his disciples encounter a river spirit that eats children... and is an even greater warrior than The Monkey King.

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Hades Pt. 2: Out of Tartarus Oct 26, 2021

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Hades' story continues as we turn our attention from the Lord of Shades to the underworld he ruled — starting at its very bottom: the dreaded prison pits of Tartarus.

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Hades Pt. 1: Lord of Shades Oct 19, 2021

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Hades is one of the most famous gods in the Greek Pantheon, and possibly its most misunderstood. Today, we descend into the underworld, piecing together disparate stories and long-forgotten myths in an attempt to understand this grim ruler of the dead. Along the way, we'll meet many of his subjects: the ghosts, deities, and demons that call the underworld home.

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Hel: Queen of the Underworld Oct 12, 2021

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After a strange meeting with a witch, the mysterious Grímr is both transformed and transported. As he searches for himself in the Underworld, he learns not everything is as it appears…

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Anubis: God of Mummification Oct 05, 2021

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Anubis is a common feature of Ancient Egyptian art, but rarely appears in their mythology. Today, we tell his story through one of the most fascinating elements of Egyptian culture: mummification.

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The Orishas: Ogun, the Creator and Destroyer Pt. 2 Sep 28, 2021

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Ogun retreats into the forest, wishing to separate himself from the humans. But he won’t be able to hide away for long. When war comes to his kingdom, Ogun will have to take a stand — and when he does, it will teach his people an invaluable lesson.

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The Orishas: Ogun, the Creator and Destroyer Pt. 1 Sep 21, 2021

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Seven orishas descend into the world, to offer protection and guidance to the humans. But one among them has an exceptional task — if only he’ll embrace his true power.

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