About Loreward

Our Mission

Loreward exists to preserve and share the world's mythological heritage. We believe that the stories humanity has told across millennia—from creation myths to trickster tales—hold timeless wisdom and boundless creative potential.

Our library is designed for:

• Readers who want to explore global mythology and folklore
• Storytellers seeking authentic narratives to retell and share
• Game Masters looking for inspiration for tabletop campaigns
• Writers and worldbuilders crafting their own fictional universes
• Educators teaching cultural literacy and comparative mythology

What We Offer

Each entry in our library provides:

• Story beats: Structured summaries of narrative arcs
• Cultural context: Historical and geographical background
• Motifs and symbols: Recurring themes and their meanings
• Practical hooks: Ideas for creative adaptation and play
• Cross-references: Connections to related tales across cultures

Editorial Standards

We approach every culture's stories with respect and care. Our articles are:

• Researched from primary sources and scholarly works
• Written to honor the cultural origins of each tale
• Presented with context rather than stripped of meaning
• Regularly reviewed and updated for accuracy

We recognize that myths belong to the cultures that created them. Our goal is education and appreciation, not appropriation.

The Library

Our collection currently includes over 300 articles spanning:

• Europe & Norse: Celtic legends, Norse sagas, Germanic folklore
• Africa & Diaspora: Yoruba traditions, Anansi tales, Vodou lore
• Asia & Pacific: Japanese yokai, Chinese mythology, Aboriginal songlines
• Americas: Mesoamerican epics, Indigenous traditions, modern folklore

For Game Masters

Every article includes "Use in Play" suggestions—practical hooks for tabletop roleplaying games, fiction writing, and worldbuilding. Whether you're running a fantasy campaign or writing a novel, these hooks help you adapt ancient wisdom into new adventures.

For Researchers

Our motif tagging system lets you trace common themes across cultures. Discover how flood myths appear worldwide, how trickster figures share traits across continents, or how creation stories echo similar patterns from Mesopotamia to Polynesia.

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Loreward is a labor of love. If you find value in our library, consider:

• Sharing articles with fellow mythology enthusiasts
• Subscribing to our newsletter
• Providing feedback to help us improve