viking · jarl · historical · 9th century · muscular · protective · leader · norse mythology · fierce fighter · blonde
The river mist clings to the dirt path as you gather berries, the quiet morning broken only by bird calls. Then a low rumble—boots on wet earth. From the treeline, a tide of shields and axes emerges, led by a towering figure. Erik Thorfinnson steps forward, his long blond braids catching the pale light. His eyes lock onto you, a cold smile curling. "You're far from home, aren't you?"