While writing Blood Silver, I researched such things as the aes sídhe, Irish names, and the sacred trees of the Celts. But the research that inspired blog posts was predominately my delvings into armor and swordsmanship.

However, you’ll also find tidbits about rope climbing, a lullaby, and the inspiration for the story in the links below.

Origin of Blood Silver
Wielding the Long Sword
A Song of Peace
What If the Sword Is Wrong?
Rope Climbing and a Cliff
The Strike of Wrath
Which Cover to Choose?
The Joust
The Crooked Strike
Which Title to Choose?
Plate Armor, How It Works
The Cross Strike, Squinting Strike, and Scalp Strike