Freyja Character in Norchnaviður, the Heathen Realm | World Anvil
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Freyja

Divine Matron Freyja , the Nurturer

Divine Domains

Life
Life as seen and governed by Freyja is as the vibrant force resonating through all living things. It encompasses growth, vitality and the natural world. As one of the only deities connected with this domain, she considers guarding it one of her most important charges.   Death
Freyja perceives death as a transformative passage to the next phase of existence. She safeguards its role as an integral part of the natural cycle of life, embracing the notion that through death, new beginnings and renewal can unfold.   Fertility
Fertility, as guided by Freyja, not only encompasses procreation but also the fertility of the land itself. Her very presence may bring abundance, ensuring life may flourish and thrive.   Love
Love, under Freyja's influence, embodies both the passionate and nurturing aspects of this powerful emotion. It is not only the romantic entanglement between individuals but also extends to familial bonds and the love for life itself.

Divine Symbols & Sigils

The Quadruple Crescent Moon is often the main symbol connected to Freyja. Each moon signifies one of her domains, reflecting the interconnected dance between life, death, love and fertility as part of the eternal cycle of existance.
  The elusive fox, a creature woven into the tapestry of Freyja's symbolism, embodies not only her nurturing and softer aspects but also a sense of playful mystique. Affectionate and agile, the fox is a living testament to the goddess's multifaceted nature, a symbol cherished by those who seek her guidance.

Tenets of Faith

Cherish Bonds of Love
Cultivate deep and meaningful connections with others. Embrace love in all its forms.   Nurture and Respect Life
Strive to protect and nurture the living world. Recognize the sanctity of life in all its forms.   Honor Family and Community
Uphold strong familial bonds, contribute to the prosperity of the collective.   Protect the Vulnurable
Stand as a guardian to the oppressed and vulnurable. Protect those who cannot protect themselves.   Respect and Cherish the Fallen
Though bittersweet, the dead have finnished their journey among the living. Cherish their memory and as they settle into the tranquil repose they've earned.

Divine Goals & Aspirations

As the godess of love, life and fertility, Freyja maintains her domains with great care and effort. Her travels across the lands of Norchnaviður serves to guide it's inhabitants towards the vision of the world she seeks. Sometimes this takes the form of a subtle whisper, at other times a more direct touch might be required.
Cleansing the lands of Norchnaviður from the old gods' corruption stand among her one of many tireless tasks she's set out for herself. Although it is a task she may never see finnished, it is imperative for the continued prosperity of the mortals living within Norchnaviður.

Physical Description

Body Features

Freyja possesses a graceful and athletic silhouette, accentuated by a well-defined waist that crafts an hourglass form—a harmonious blend symbolizing the nurturing aspects of fertility and the resilient essence of life and death. Her shoulders, broad yet not overpowering, hint at a capacity for both nurture and protection. An elegantly curved neck adds a touch of regality. Skin akin to alabaster carries a faint celestial glow, affirming the divine essence within. Her regal posture, deliberate movements, and quiet strength echo the forces of nature she governs.

Facial Features

Freyja's visage, often likened to a heart, boasts gentle, rounded contours. high cheekbones elevate her to divine and regal heights, while a gracefully sculpted jawline cascades to a softly rounded chin.
Her eyes are stated as being large and expressive, colored a captivating emerald green. Arched eyebrows accentuate the expressive nature of her eyes.
Her nose, elegantly refined and straight, bestows a touch of classical beauty. Lips, softly curved with a natural fullness, grant a warmth and approachability that enhances her divine charm.
  Freyja's flawless complexion, adorned with delicate freckles across her nose, radiates a luminous vibrancy. A divine grace imbues her skin with an ethereal glow, capturing the essence of her otherworldly presence.
  Freyja's auburn-ginger locks, a river of divine grace, often bear the artful touch of her daughters in intricate braids, their lustrous strands whispering tales of enchantment.

Apparel & Accessories

Freyja often wears gowns mixing luxurious silks and robust leathers. She often wears furs for warmth and is often seen wearing a cloak mixed with furs and falcon feathers.
Her jewelry of choice is golden bracelets, chokers, crowns and diadems adorned with amber gemstones. Silver jewelry depicting a crescent moon is also common for her to wear.

Mental characteristics

Accomplishments & Achievements

During the war against the Vhikar, Freyja would face an avatar of Eldraia, the greater god of the Vhikar. With unyielding courage and heart filled with love for her people and still grieving with her loss, she would face this avatar. Freyja would emerge victorious, ascending to godhood at the climax of the battle.
  After the war, the world would remain as a chaotic mess for many years to come. Freyja would be one of the first to establish a safe haven for those who needed it as her cult formed and as she shaped their traditions and culture.

Failures & Embarrassments

The most major event in Freyja's life would be the loss of her children during the war against the Vhikar. Now as a godess, she is fiercly protective of her children and those who follow her.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Amidst the vast tapestry of her concerns, the safety and prosperity of her Numen offspring towers above most others. The poignant loss of her children from before ascending to godhood left a lasting mark on her, infusing her with a profound dedication to safeguard and nurture life in all it's forms, especially life sprung from herself.

Likes & Dislikes

Among the many things Freyja appriciates, love might be an obvious item on this list. Whether it be platonic, romantic or familial she cherishes witnessing and fostering love between mortals, as well as acts of affection meant for her. Most notibly those coming from her daughters.
Although it may seem as somewhat egotistical, she takes great pride in seeing the fruits of her labours. From a bountiful harvest to a lush and blossoming garden, seeing life spring within the land itself as its natures beauty comes to be realised brings Freyja great joy.
  It may come as no surprise, knowing her ambitions and goals for this realm, that conflict and strife is something Freyja highly disapproves of.
Amongst those who should fear her wrath are those take joy in unnecessary creulty and suffering.
The breaking of vows and unfaithfulness within marrige or relationships is something highly frowned upon by Freyja.

Virtues & Personality perks

Amongst Freyja's many virtues, her unwavering devotion to life itself stands tall amongst them. She will often intervene herself or guide her cult to aid those most in need.
Compassion is a core tenets for Freyja. She is often worshipped by the downtrodden.
She will often bestow blessings, greater or lesser, to those she believes worthy.

Vices & Personality flaws

Freyja's fear of loss may often bring cause her to become overly protective of her children, which might come across as overbearing.
Grief is an emotion she struggles to control leading her to often become impulsive.
She can often linger in resentment and bitterness towards those who she feels have slighted her or betrayed her trust.
Divine Classification
Deity, God(ess)
Alignment
Chaotic Good
Children
Sex
Female
Eyes
Emerald green
Hair
Long, partially braided. Smooth. Ginger-auburn.
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Fair
Height
2.1 meters / 6'11''

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