efnisskiptis
Efnisskiptis is an Icelandic term that translates to "different turns" or "various changes". It originates from the Viking age and has roots in the Icelandic folk tradition of oral storytelling and poetry. Efnisskiptis refers to a storytelling technique where the teller takes the story in different directions, often by introducing new characters, plot twists, or surprise endings.
This form of storytelling was used by Icelandic skalds, or poets, who would engage their audience with
Efnisskiptis is closely related to the Icelandic art of "telling tales", which emphasizes the oral storytelling
Despite its importance in Icelandic folklore, efnisskiptis has not been extensively documented. Its practice has been