Ragnvaldr

Backstory

Ragnvaldr, born with the soul of the tormented, was destined to face relentless struggles in every step of his life. However, this very burden became the forge that shaped his physical strength and unrivaled iron will, akin to that of the gods themselves. In his early years, Ragnvaldr enjoyed a balanced childhood in the Kingdom of Oldegård, blessed with the presence of both his parents. It was his father who imparted upon him the art of war, nurturing his martial prowess and preparing him for the challenges ahead. As time passed, the winters in the north grew colder, and the summers became shorter, plunging the land into a state of deep hunger. In the face of this plight, a grown Ragnvaldr, alongside other brave men of Oldegard, embarked on a treacherous journey westward, in search of sustenance and riches to alleviate the suffering of their people. The sea stretched endlessly before them, and the horrors of the expedition took its toll on the weary crew. Amidst the gloom, their perseverance led them to the uncharted shores of Vinland, a dark and untamed continent steeped in the shadows of ancient deities and unfamiliar gods that Ragnvaldr had never heard of. Ragnvaldr survived, helping bring back the Cube of the Depths. The experience hardened him, teaching him some of the skills he would later need to survive. During a hunting expedition, Ragnvaldr returned to his village, only to bear witness to his worst fears materializing before his eyes: The Knights of the Midnight Sun invaded Oldegård to take the Cube of the Depths, killing many members of Ragnvaldr's tribe in the process. This included Ragnvaldr's wife and child, Hilde and Björn. Now with a heart full of anger and a desire for vengeance, Ragnvaldr embarked on a quest to the Dungeons of Fear and Hunger, in order to take back the cube and exact revenge on the army's captain, Le'garde, for all the pain his people suffered during the invasion. Though Ragnvaldr and his Oldegårdian peers have more primitive a

Personality

Ragnvaldr is a man defined by his iron will, a will that allowed him to fight and survive, no matter what difficulties life threw at him. Due to his upbringing at the cold lands of the North of Europa, Ragnvaldr grew up to be a powerful man, highly skilled at the art of survival. His experiences on the dark continent of Vinland would lead him to develop a deep hatred and trauma towards the supernatural, a scar on his being that would only grow larger with the death of his family at the hands of a mercenary group, who desired an artifact that Ragnvaldr and his companions had brought from Vinland.

Northern Kingdom of Oldegård

The Kingdom of Oldegård is renowned for its independence and its people's iron wills and advanced ships, which enabled them to navigate the previously uncharted western regions of the world. Although the Oldegårdians may have had a primitive appearance in the past, this is merely superficial. They excel as merchants and sailors, and their warriors are known for their strength and bravery, valuable resources that aid their survival in the harsh winters that the country is famous for. The kingdom boasts intriguing cultural artifacts like the Pinecone Pig amulet and Salmonsnake rune. They also share the folklore stories depicting the Skin Granny. Oldegård is said to have discovered the distant western continent, Vinland, in 1009. In 1577, the Oldegårdians revisited Vinland in search of resources and treasures, leading to the discovery of the Cube of the Depths artifact. Upon their return, the Knights of the Midnight Sun raided and invaded an Oldegårdian village in their pursuit of the cube, leaving Ragnvaldr as one of the few survivors of this event.

Skills

Devour - A barbaric trait of devouring the carcass of your enemies to ease hunger. War Cry - Provoke the enemy into attacking you. Marksmanship - High level archery skill. Use your accurate shots to finish off opponents from distance.