Raven

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A shield depicting two ravens

Raven is a species of birds belonging to the genus Corvus. Recognizable as relatively large black birds, ravens inhabit much of the Northern Hemisphere.

History

During the 9th century, a raven named Sýnin accompanied the Viking Eivor on their journeys throughout the British Isles.

In the 19th century, ravens were a common sight in London.

Cultural significance

As a black bird, raven has been used throughout human history to highlight the darkness of a person's hair.

Mythology

In Greek mythology, a place called Raven's Rock was where Odysseus planned the demise of his wife Penelope's suitors. Even by the time of the Peloponnesian War, the place was home to a sizable flock of ravens.

In Norse mythology, Odin was said to have two ravens, Huginn and Muninn, who kept him informed of all the goings-on in the worlds.

Gallery

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  A promotional screenshot featuring raven sails of the longship and Sýnin
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  Eivor with Sýnin
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  The Raven's Rock on Ithaka, Greece

Appearances

• Assassin's Creed: Syndicate
  • Jack the Ripper
• Assassin's Creed: Odyssey
• Assassin's Creed: Valhalla