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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Melee

bondmaid

Hit Dice: 1d8 per level; Armor: Light; Weapons: Simple, 1 martial choice Tools: Cook’s utensils, Weaver’s tools, Herbalism kit Saves: Con, Wis; Skills: Choose 3 (e.g., Insight, Persuasion) Level 1: Advantage on exhaustion/fear saves; tool proficiency with added Wisdom bonus Level 3: Bonus to an ally's roll equal to Char modifier, usable per proficiency bonus Level 5: Grant inspiration or temp HP via intimacy; uses per Char modifier Level 20: Doubled Supportive Presence bonus.

Spellcaster

Seiðr Witch

Seiðr Witch blends Norse magic, rune casting, divination, & spirit communication. -HP: 1d8 per level; 8 + Con modifier at 1st level. -Proficiencies: Light armor, simple weapons, herbalism kit, 1 instrument; saving throws: Wis, Char; choose 2 skills from Arcana, History, Insight, Nature, Religion, Survival. -Spellcasting: Wis-based; uses Druid, Warlock, & Cleric spells. Spells prepar like Druid & cast as rituals. -Spell Slots: Follows Druid progression

Spellcaster

Goði / Gyðja of Freyr

### **Priest of Freyr (Custom Cleric Domain)** **Domain:** Nature and Prosperity. Priests of Freyr bless the land and maintain harmony with nature. **Features:** - **Hit Dice:** 1d8/level - **Proficiencies:** Light/medium armor, shields, simple weapons, longsword, Herbalism Kit - **Abilities:** - **1st:** Cast *Plant Growth* 1/day, *Goodberry* at will. - **2nd:** Boost crop yield, aid survival tasks. - **6th:** Imbue weapon with 1d8 damage. - **17th:** Cast *Control Weat