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 …
Was tiny when he was born and was not expected to live, but the whole family nourished him as best they could and carried him around day and night, and he survived. They hoped he would make up for his deficiency in physical strength with mental prowess, but that wish has not come to fruition. …
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 …
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 …