Episode 20: The Thirteenth Night - A Grýla Story

On the thirteenth night before Yule, the wind carries more than snow.

This episode features an original short story inspired by Icelandic folklore surrounding Grýla and her thirteen sons, the Yule Lads. In the old legends, the Yule Lads descend from the mountains one by one, bringing mischief into the homes below. Their mother follows after, listening for the sound of children in the dark.

Told from the perspective of a mother weathering a brutal winter night, The Thirteenth Night explores fear, isolation, and the quiet terror of waiting while something ancient draws closer. As the storm builds and the fire burns low, the line between legend and reality begins to blur.

Settle in, keep warm, and listen closely. Some stories are best told on the darkest nights.