The Wyvern's Hoard Blog
Samhain: The Ancient Gaelic Festival That Inspired Halloween Around the World
As the leaves turn crimson and the air grows crisp, the world begins to prepare for one of the most beloved and spine-tingling celebrations of the year: Halloween. But do you know where this bewitching tradition truly began? To kick off our "Halloween Around the World" series, we travel back in time to uncover the roots of Halloween in the ancient... READ MORE
Dragons vs. Wyverns: 4 Key Differences Explained
Dragons and Wyverns are two iconic creatures from the realm of fantasy, often depicted as majestic and fearsome beasts. While they may share some similarities, there are distinct differences that set these mythical creatures apart. In this article, we'll dive into the four main distinctions between Dragons and Wyverns. Drogon Game Of Thrones GIFfrom... READ MORE
5 Fun Facts About Bilbo Baggins
It’s World Hobbit Day! Let’s celebrate these delightful fuzzy-footed creatures with 5 little-known facts about one of our favorite Hobbits, Bilbo Baggins. Smaug Dragon GIFfrom Smaug GIFs Gandalf picked Bilbo because he smelled different. Smaug, the Dragon of the Lonely Mountain, had never smelled a Hobbit before. Thus, Smaug would be unable to... READ MORE
3 Dice Drinking Games to Spice Up Your Oktoberfest Celebration
Oktoberfest is all about good times, great company, and of course, delicious drinks. While clinking mugs and singing along to traditional tunes is a blast, why not add a dicey twist to your celebrations this year? Introducing three exciting dice drinking games that are sure to keep the party rolling! 1. Sixes: A Game of Chance and Avoidance Players: 2+... READ MORE
5 Must-Try Oktoberfest Activities
Gather 'round, fellow revelers! The most anticipated event of the year is just around the corner. From hearty snacks to toe-tapping polka beats, here's your ultimate guide to squeezing the most fun out of this traditional Bavarian extravaganza. Taking A Bite Biting GIFfrom Taking A Bite GIFs 1. Savor Irresistible Snacks: Let's kick things off with... READ MORE
Tarot Cards: The Major Arcana (Part 5)
Welcome back, Hoarders! This is the fifth and final chapter in our series about the cards of the Tarot’s Major Arcana. You can catch up on the previous installments here: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, and Part 4. This week we’ll finish off the set with the 19th through 22nd cards of the Major Arcana. Without further ado… The Moon... READ MORE
Tarot Cards: The Major Arcana (Part 4)
Greetings, fellow fans of all things mystical. Welcome to Part 4 our series about the Major Arcana of the Tarot (if you’re just joining us, you can catch up before continuing; here are Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.) This week we’ll be taking a close look at the 15th through 18th cards of the Major Arcana. These are some good ones, so buckle... READ MORE
Tarot Cards: The Major Arcana (Part 3)
Welcome back to our ongoing blog series about the 22 iconic Tarot cards known as the Major Arcana. We looked at the first five cards in Part 1, and the next five in Part 2; now’s a great time to go back and read those if you’re just joining us. But if you’ve been following along and you just can’t wait to learn about the... READ MORE
Tarot Cards: The Major Arcana (Part 2)
Welcome back! If you haven’t read Part 1 of this series, now’s as good a time as any to catch up. Or don’t. It’s your call. We’re taking a deep dive into the most iconic cards of the mystical Tarot deck: the set of 22 cards collectively known as the Major Arcana. In Part 1, we looked at the first five cards in this set. In... READ MORE
Tarot Cards: The Major Arcana (Part 1)
Have you ever had a Tarot reading? Over the next few weeks we’ll be taking a deep dive into some of the most iconic cards in the mystical Tarot deck. What exactly are Tarot cards? Originally created as game-playing cards over 500 years ago, the Tarot has been used by occultists for cartomancy (a fancy word for fortune-telling using... READ MORE