Hey, everyone! We're currently in the land of fire and ice! Iceland is so rich in history, mythology, and culture, it's just incredible for story research and inspiration.
It's a tiny island, but people have lived here for thousands and thousands of years, possibly even before the Vikings. And there are so many different environments! Volcanos, glaciers, black sand beaches, and geysers that spit hot steam hundreds of feet into the air!
Oh and sometimes the SKY JUST LIGHTS UP. We were incredibly fortunate to catch the Northern Lights.
We took a tour of an area called Þórsmörk, which translates to “the Valley of Thor, ” because people believe this area between mountain ridges was created when Thor struck the earth with his hammer.
And when you see the incredible rock formations and beauty of the land, it's hard to believe anything else.
Later we'll be taking a tour to learn about elves and the folklore of the area. Yes, there are elves here. Sometimes you just have to believe.
Stay tuned for more comics!