Reiknivið
Reiknivið is a legendary rune-staff found in Norse-inspired folklore and in modern fantasy fiction. The name is commonly interpreted as “the reckoning staff” or “staff of calculation,” drawn from Old Norse elements associated with counting or measurement. Because references to a specific object named Reiknivið appear mainly in later imaginative works rather than surviving medieval texts, its etymology and original function vary by source.
Description and form: In most tellings, Reiknivið is a roughly one-meter staff carved from ash or oak,
Function and use: Legends attribute to Reiknivið the power to reveal hidden patterns, foresee outcomes, or uncover
Historical context: There is no solid archaeological evidence for a historical object named Reiknivið. The motif
In contemporary culture: Reiknivið appears in fantasy novels, games, and multimedia as a powerful artifact representing