The Rhinegold - when the Nibelung (dwarf) Alberich steals gold from the Rhine nymphs and forges a magical ring and helm, poses problems for Woton, king of the gods. He already has issues with a pair of giants wanting payment for help building Valhalla. Do you think it would be a pain in the arse to be a god?

The Valkyrie - concerns Siegmund and Sieglinde, twins separated at birth unknown to each other. They fall in love and Siegmund helps Sieglinde escape her abusive husband. Woton sends the valkyrie Brunhilde to help, but there are complications. This is Ride of the Valkyries. Gets used to different effect in the film Apocalypse Now. Piece you've heard before?

Siegfried - the son of Sieglinde has been raised by the dwarf Mime, who has been trying to re-forge a sword for him to slay the dragon Fafner who now has Alberich's ring and helm. Oh, and remember Brunhilde? She and Siegfried hook up at the end. Anyone here own a sword, either real or a replica?

Twilight of the Gods - or if one prefers the tongue twisting German, Gotterdammerung. Emphasizes the the dangers of greed and the power of love and sacrifice. The opera's climax, Brunhilde's self-immolation, symbolizes the destruction of old power and the hope for renewal. Find it interesting beliefs one had of gods vanish over time. Do you think the ones of today may one day become the stuff of myth assuming you don't think so already?