The Rune Converter

Type any word or name and see it rendered in Elder Futhark or Younger Futhark runes, the two runic alphabets that shaped the Norse world. Free to use, with tips on how to get your translation right.

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Learn how to get the most out of the rune converter, spelling, sound mapping, and common pitfalls.

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Icon of a hand painting a detailed Bindrune, representing small Norse tattoo designs and flash sheets.

Bindrunes

Two or more runes merged into a single design.

Historically practical, personally meaningful, and still very much alive today. Everything you need to know about bindrunes, the three main types, and how to create your own.

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The Vegvisir

One of the most popular symbols in modern Norse paganism — and one of the most misunderstood

Here's what it actually is, where it really comes from, and why that's worth knowing before you tattoo it on yourself.

The Real Story

The Berserker Rune

Widely sold online as an ancient Viking Berserker symbol. Completely made up.

The real origin is the Brand of Sacrifice from Berserk — which, to be fair, is one of the greatest dark fantasy series ever made. But it's not Viking. Not even close.

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