An island full of fantasy vikings
An island full of fantasy vikings
Has been sailing with her father from when she could barely walk, the reason being that her mother died in childbirth (her little brother died soon after). Knows the star constellations by heart, making her an excellent navigator at night. Wants to seek her fortune and get her own merchant ship, but doesn’t know how …
Has only recently come to Bjartey because she was fostered by Garðar Blackmantle in [Sweden], a rich and powerful jarl. Her foster-father and her father had decided it was time for her to “come home” so she can marry someone in Bjartey — mainly to increase her father’s influence. She doesn’t feel at home at …
Is very well connected to the local people of influence, both through family ties and business arrangements of her kinsfolk. Her family controls an extensive merchant network with both naval and stationary operations. Rational, intelligent, and very good with numbers. Plays an important part in the family business, focused on planning and pricing. Although she …
Decisive and opinionated, gets into discussions and arguments frequently. Makes harsh and hurtful remarks about other people. Hardworking, but still thinks it’s never enough. Had twins when she was quite young, but has had several miscarriages since. Is very protective of her children even as they grow up and has trouble letting them go. It’s …
Walks from house to house and tells news and stories in exchange for food and shelter. Conversely, she accepts provisions in exchange for not telling certain news at the next house, but she never accepts a bribe to lie. Her nickname comes from the seal-skin cloak she wears. The fur has worn off in some …
Has been profoundly unhappy since her mother left and her father’s new partner moved in. While she doesn’t miss the frequent fighting and screaming of her parents she feels her father has completely forgotten about his children, only caring about the new woman. Lost her appetite, has trouble falling asleep, and when her sleep is …
Collects and grows roots and herbs and uses them as spices, in ointments, and as medication. She also sells them by walking from farm to farm at the end of the summer, and attending gatherings and markets in the village. Every time, she has to take her two daughters with her which makes their journey …