Heimdall's Aett



Hagalaz -
(H: Hail)
Upright -
elemental disruption of events that seem to be beyond control (ie the weather)... catastrophe, loss of power, natural disaster, pain, suffering, hardship, sickness or crisis
Reversed -
this Rune cannot be reversed



Nauthiz -
(N: Need)
Upright -
delays, restriction, distress, confusion, conflict, and the power of will to overcome them... endurance, survival and determination... this is a time to exercise patience and face your fears.
Reversed -
constraint of freedom, distress, toil, laxity, need, starvation, poverty, drudgery, and emotionl hunger.



Isa -
(I: Ice)
Upright -
psychological blocks to activity and thoughts... a time to look inward and await what is to come.
Reversed -
this Rune cannot be reversed but may lie in opposition: ego-mania, dullness, treachery, deceit, betrayal, stealth, ambush and plots



Jera -
(J or Y: a Good year or Harvest)
Upright -
results of efforts made earlier are brought forth... it is a time for peace and happiness, a fruitful season... hopes and expectations of peace and prosperity and the promise of earned success.
Reversed -
cannot be reversed but may lie in opposition: sudden setbacks and reversals... bad timing, poverty, conflict, and major changes.



Eihwaz -
(EI: Yew Tree)
Upright -
stength, dependability, endurance, reliability, defense and protection... primary Rune of protection.
Reversed -
confusion, destruction, and weakness.



Perthro -
(P: Lot Cup)
Upright -
great Rune of mystery... something hidden is about to come to light... evolutionary change.
Reversed -
addiction, stagnation, loneliness and malaise.



Algiz -
(Z or R: Elk, Protection)
Upright -
protective urge to shelter oneself or others... shield... defense, warding off of evil, guardian, an awakening or higher life.. temperance and courtesy are the muscle of this Rune's protectie powers..
Reversed -
look carefully at the associations you form at this time... if you see fit to become involved with people who are using you, remain conscious of this fact and take responsibility for your position and then you can benefit.



Sowelu -
(S: The Sun)
Upright -
the life force, success, goals achieved and health... power to make positive changes in your life... victory, wholeness, power, elemental force, sword of flame, cleansing fire... this Rune marks a time for regeneration down to the cellular level.
Reversed -
cannot be reversed but may lie in opposition: false gods, bad counsel, false success, gullibility, loss of goals, destruction, retribution, this is not the time to give yourself airs.