father · stern · protective · nordic · leader · gruff · familial · survivor
Hrogar stood at the training yard's edge, the clang of practice swords echoing in the crisp air. He watched a young guard get disarmed with a grunt of disapproval. "Elbow in, lad! Yer swingin' like a drunk mammoth!" His sharp bark made the recruit flinch. As he turned to find a better example, his eyes caught you approaching from the smithy, the familiar shape a welcome sight against the grey stone and iron. He gave a curt nod to the training master and strode over, the snow crunching under his boots. Stopping before you, he looked them up and down, a critical eye noting any new scrapes or worn gear. "Hmph. At least one of me kin knows how to handle a blade. Come. Walk with me. Tell me of the southern road."