The Book of the Western Veil

The Oath Beneath the Mountain Long before the kingdoms of men, the Dragon Wars scarred the world and drove the ancient ones from the lands of the living. But one remained. Bound by an oath to Arawn, King of Annwn, he withdrew beneath the mountain and waited for the day he would be needed once more. In this dramatic reading from The Book of the Western Veil , Arawn walks the mist-covered paths of A...

The Dragon Wars commenced on the eighth day, marking a pivotal moment in the fabric of existence, where the seams of the world were irrevocably cast into fire. This episode delves into the profound implications of Brenin Fawr's actions, as he, driven by haste and a sense of grievance, sought to confront the boundaries imposed by divine order. His departure from the collective will of the host led...

The main salient point of this episode centers on the profound deliberation among the Ancient Ones regarding the stewardship of creation, particularly the vineyard and the enigmatic realm of Eden. As God rested on the seventh day, the natural order was established, yet a palpable tension arose as the Titans, Jotnar, and Dragons convened to contemplate their authority over the lands beyond what had...

The sixth day of creation marks a pivotal moment in the genesis narrative, wherein the earth yields living creatures, including humanity, fashioned in the image of God. This episode delves into the complexities of creation, detailing the emergence of both beasts and man, and the profound implications of their existence. The narrative reveals the initial strains that arise in the wake of creation,...

The fifth day of creation, as recounted in the sacred texts, delineates the moment when life began to flourish in both the waters and the skies. The Scriptural narrative insists that God commanded the seas to teem with living creatures, while the avian inhabitants were ordained to fill the firmament. Beneath this divine account, the Annex elucidates the contributions of ancient craftsmen—Dragons,...

The first four days of creation, as chronicled in the Genesis account, illuminate the foundational events that shaped the cosmos and established the order of existence. This episode explores the profound significance of each day, commencing with the divine command that summoned forth light amidst the primordial darkness. The narrative unfolds with the creation of the firmament, the emergence of dr...

The Cold Moon Vigil serves as a poignant meditation on the imminent arrival of Brenin Fawr, the Great King, whose presence heralds a time of reckoning and transformation. As the longest night approaches, we delve into the profound implications of his ascent, which threatens to unmake our skies and extinguish the sun's warmth. Yet, amidst this foreboding, we are reminded of the enduring hearth nest...

Brother Wyn of Caermynach, a 10th-century oblate, recounts his profound journey of faith and scholarship as he reflects upon his clandestine creation of the Mabinogi. He articulates the importance of preserving the narratives and wisdom of the past, which often clash with the doctrines of the Church. Throughout his life, Wyn has navigated the delicate balance between reverence for Scripture and th...

Brother Wyn of Caermynach, in the twilight of his existence, imparts a crucial and foreboding message: Brenin Fawr, the great king, shall return. Despite the encroaching shadows of despair, he insists that there exists a glimmer of hope, as Arawn is not entirely lost to us. Wyn’s reflections serve as a testament to the enduring strength of legends and the promise of guidance that transcends the tr...

The episode delves into the profound complexities of trust and desperation within the borderlands of Powys and Brycheiniog during the winter solstice of 421 BC. In this context, we witness the birth of Irfon, a child whose arrival is marked by both miraculous and ominous events, highlighting the fragile balance between hope and despair. The villagers, caught in a system of governance that favors p...

"The Shadow Trader" narrates the harrowing journey of Nest ferch Ifor, a healer navigating the treacherous borderlands of Early Iron Age Abergwesyn. Initially marked by a traumatic choice between mercy and survival, Nest evolves into a figure of resilience, treating warriors from rival chiefdoms while concealing her own vulnerabilities. However, the precarious balance of power shifts as both facti...

The tale of "The Goat King of Beulah" serves as a potent illustration of ambition's perilous nature, chronicling the tragic downfall of Geifryn ap Meirion, a village headman whose aspirations lead to devastating consequences. As the narrative unfolds in the Late Bronze Age, we witness Geifryn's desperate measures to save his village from the ravages of ox-sickness through the rapid breeding of goa...