The Saxons: A Drama of Christianity in the North

Set in the early thirteenth‑century North, the drama opens on a dim forest road where a newly erected crucifix watches over a humble kneeling place. A diverse cast of Saxon shepherds, Roman clerics, Greek monks, and uncanny forest folk gathers, each carrying their own hopes and fears. The stage is alive with the clash of old pagan rites and the spreading influence of Christianity, hinting at the cultural upheaval to come.

Amid the trees, two shepherds argue about a relentless, dragon‑like hunger that threatens their way of life, debating whether to feed it steel or starve it with resolve. Their dialogue weaves prophecy, ancient myth, and the promise of a baptized child whose fate may turn the tide. Supernatural presences—dwarfs, witches, and unseen fairies—lurk nearby, adding an eerie layer to the human struggle and setting the tone for a tale of faith, survival, and impending conflict.