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Norse

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

  • Rune
  • Sofia
  • Ulla
  • Emily
  • Sanna

Masculine names

  • Bjorn
  • Klaus
  • Sven
  • Ivan
  • Stefan

Family names

  • Bjerg
  • Blek
  • Friberg
  • Ness
  • Falk

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Norse
Many other dialects are present some regional other archaic.

Culture and cultural heritage

Their culture revloves around thei ancient practice of "Kolmblod" which refers to the collection of blood from various monsters to be later used in their rites and customs.

Shared customary codes and values

Holmgang
A duel to the death in which the victor receives the spoils of the deceased.
Attestup
The sacrifice of the eldery to the Gods.

Average technological level

Somewhat advanced metallurgy with a unique way to forge armour and weapons.
Sturdy buildings and walls meant to keep ice fiends away.

Common Dress code

Heavy and warm clothes sometimes accompanied by chainmail or any sort of available armour.

Art & Architecture

Statues and small temples for the worship of thei Protector Gods.
Norse have a crude understanding of art prefering to rather engage in the sport of bloodshed.

Funerary and Memorial customs

The deaceased are buried with their most valuable possesions and set on fire along them.
Several priests pray for the spirits save passage to the Protector Gods.

Common Taboos

Treacheary, cowardice or a general lack of bravery and loyalty are greatly taboo in Norse Culture.
Deceit and trickery are intolerable for the norse and using such methods on one could be a death sentence.
A LYING MAN IS A DEAD MAN!!!
-said Thorbjorn Skullcrusher right before he got his name

Ideals

Beauty Ideals

Blonde, blue eyed and fair skinned.

Gender Ideals

Both men and women are expected to fight for and defend their country.

Courtship Ideals

A display of physical might and general competence is expected of every young courtier.
Encompassed species

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