The Paladins of Edwin the Great

A sweeping saga of the first English settlers, this tale opens amid the crumbling remnants of Roman Britain, where daring bands of warriors arrive on dragon‑shaped ships, bearing their gods, legends, and golden‑haired families. From the fierce king Ida, the “Flame‑bearer,” who builds the fledgling fortress of Bambrough, to the ambitious prince Ella of Deira, the narrative paints a vivid picture of a people carving order from wild forests and untamed marshes.

Through the eyes of freemen and nobles alike, listeners hear the clang of swords, the hush of ancient rites to Woden, Thor, and other deities, and the murmurs of early assemblies that lay the groundwork for English liberty. As battles rage and settlements expand, the story captures the raw determination that transforms a rugged landscape into the seed of a future empire, blending history and myth in a richly narrated first act that invites you to walk the misty coasts of a world on the brink of greatness.