The Rune story dates back thousands of years, when shamanic ritual took a sudden turn in new directions. Increasing numbers of medicine men started creating small tokens to use in their rituals. In the icy regions of Scandinavia, shaman began carving images onto pieces of wood and bone. Once inscribed, these objects protected against illness and negative magic. They also guided by allowing people a glimpse into the future.

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