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RUNES & DIVINATION

Our divination tools are crafted with intention and steeped in story. These are not trinkets; they are tools of the unseen, shaped by Norse tradition and the wisdom of the runes.

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THE VOICE OF THE RUNES

At Northern Black, we honour the ancient ways without diluting their meaning. Our collection of runes and divination tools draws from Old Norse belief, ritual practice, and spiritual symbolism, created for those who walk between the worlds.

Here, you'll find hand-carved rune stones, altarpieces, and skulls etched with ancient designs, each one a piece of sacred art. We also offer books and eBooks on runes, bind runes, and sigils for those who wish to study more deeply, as well as one-to-one rune readings for personalised insight.

Everything is created and designed by May and Isar Oakmund, whose work is rooted in the mythic tradition of the North and shaped by years of experience with Norse, Celtic, and Pagan symbolism.

Crafted in small batches and often hand-finished, our runes and divination tools are made to be used, honoured, and passed down. Because what the gods once whispered into the world still echoes in the bones of those who know how to listen.

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ELDER FUTHARK: THE FIRST SCRIPT

The Elder Futhark is the oldest known runic alphabet, used from around the 2nd to 8th century CE. It is made up of 24 runes, each carrying a symbolic meaning tied to nature, fate, power, and protection. In Norse mythology, the runes were not invented; they were discovered.

Odin, the Allfather, hung from the branches of Yggdrasill — the World Tree — wounded and alone for nine days and nights. In sacrifice, he glimpsed the runes in the deep, dark roots of creation. From that moment, he wielded them as tools of magic, knowledge, and prophecy. The god Heimdall is also said to have taught the runes to humankind.

To work with the runes is to speak the language of the gods — to seek wisdom in symbols.

GUIDANCE FROM THE NINE REALMS

Whether you're casting runes under moonlight or building a personal altar, this collection offers tools for ritual, reflection, and connection.

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BOOKS - INK, ART, AND THE STORIES THEY TELL

The Vikings carved their stories into stone, skin, and steel long before paper ever got involved. Our collection of books is a tribute to that tradition, showcasing Nordic tattoo designs, ancient symbols, and Viking-inspired artistry from the past and present. Whether you're a tattoo artist, have a love for Norse mythology and design, or just appreciate bold, unapologetic art, these books belong in your collection.