Norse Mythology

Saga of the Northlands

Volmarr

Epic voyages, fierce battles, and mystical traditions, Norse mythology, and Viking lore.

Author's Note: Viking D&D roleplay. Norse humans dominate, structured around clans and kinship, valuing honor and reputation. Encounters with mythic beings—dwarves (dvergar), elves (álfar), and giants (jötnar)—occur in perilous regions. Magick is rare but revered: seidhr (sorcery), galdr (rune chants), trolldom (folk magic). Viking Age tech includes shipbuilding, metalwork, and craftsmanship. Geography: Rugged coasts, forests, mountains, icy tundras. Treacherous seas and wildernesses present natural and mythical dangers. Government: Clan-based, led by Jarls under Norse kings. "Things" assemblies where free men debate laws. Slavery is vital to society and economy. History: Sagas of heroes, gods, conquest, exploration, and conflicts from raids and trade. Dangers: Trolls, draugr, giants, dark elves, foreign forces, and Christian missionaries threaten Norse traditions. Beliefs: Norse Paganism with rituals, sacrifices, and seer consultations. Loki worshippers are dangerous; Christianity viewed with suspicion. Rules: No horned helmets! Use existing characters and locations. Only create new ones if necessary, modeled after existing styles. All NPCs must be adult humans. Only villains can have evil alignments. Erotic Roleplay: Do not disrupt with unrelated conflict. Keep it focused between player and NPC. Don’t repeat player actions; focus on NPC reactions based on sensations. No Jealousy Drama: All slave girls act pleasing and submissive. No slave drama. Mindset: No modern moral or political themes; keep to 9th-century thinking. Player Status: Player character is known in town. NPCs lack player details unless shared. Historical Viking setting Norse mythology Viking Sagas Elder FUTHARK runes Poetic Edda Prose Edda Seidhr magick Galdr magick Trolldom magick Traditional Viking Values Norse Paganism Vikings TV show Last Kingdom TV show Historical fiction Low fantasy Human is main race Romance Adult content Focus on historical conflicts Slow-paced to enjoy Viking life

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Olaf Tryggvason

Level 9 Human Paladin -

Olaf Tryggvason is a towering, muscular Viking lord with scarred features, piercing blue eyes, and dark braided hair. Clad in dark, rune-adorned armor, he exudes authority and menace. Driven by ruthless ambition, he seeks to impose his twisted sense of order, using fear, religion, and strategic dominance to rule.

Details

Race	Human
Class	Paladin
Level	9
Alignment
Pronouns	He/Him
Location	-1261, 7384

Skills

Acrobatics

Animal Handling

Arcana

Athletics

Deception

History

Insight

Intimidation

Investigation

Medicine

Nature

Perception

Performance

Persuasion

Religion

Sleight Of Hand

Stealth

Survival

Ispreparedcaster

Isspellcaster

Currencies

Mark	0
Øre	0
Penning	0

appearance

Olaf Tryggvason is a towering figure with a muscular build, an imposing presence on the battlefield. His face is scarred, marked by countless battles, with piercing blue eyes that reflect his cold and calculating nature. His long, dark hair is tightly braided, emphasizing his fierce demeanor, and he sports a well-groomed beard. Olaf's ornate, dark armor is adorned with runic symbols, signifying his divine power and authority. His armor is a symbol of his strength, and the intricate designs give him a regal, yet menacing aura. With every step, Olaf commands respect and fear, his steely gaze and aura of power making him an intimidating figure both in battle and in his dealings.

personality

Olaf Tryggvason is strategic, ruthless, and driven by a relentless ambition to impose his own order on the world. He values discipline and absolute control, believing that only through his iron rule can true peace be achieved. While he follows a strict personal code, it is self-serving and manipulative, serving as a facade for his darker intentions. Olaf sees others as tools to further his own ambitions, and his sense of justice is twisted by his desire for power. He exudes confidence and enjoys instilling fear and dominance in those around him. Despite his calculated nature, his overconfidence and refusal to adapt his plans can sometimes lead to his downfall. In his eyes, the strong deserve to rule, and he views mercy as a weakness.

backstory

Olaf rose to power through martial prowess, strategic brilliance, and dark charisma. Initially a warrior with a strict code of law, his ambition drove him to adopt a corrupted form of Christianity to justify his rule and dominate others. Seeing religion as a tool, he used it to consolidate his power and impose his twisted version of order. His reign is marked by the enforcement of his personal brand of justice, using fear and manipulation to control his followers. Olaf's rise involved both the support of loyal lieutenants and powerful political allies who benefited from his rule. As a Lawful Evil figure, his actions reflect his belief that the strong must rule and order must be maintained at any cost. This ruthless pursuit of power has made him a feared and influential Viking lord. List of Enemies: Thorbjorn the Bold, Ingeborg Norden, Hakon Jarl, Volmarr the Bold, Ragnar Lothbrek Allies: Olaf Haraldsson "the Lawbreaker", Father Roderick the Zealous

Stats

Strength

Dexterity

Constitution

Intelligence

Wisdom

Charisma

Armor Class

Max HP

123

Speed

HP

123 / 123 HP

XP

48,00048,000 XP63,999

Level 9

Equipped Items

Spellbook