Jomsvikings are an order of warriors dedicated to fighting for the glory of the Norse Gods! They are known for taking to the high seas under the Raven Banner to plunder the weak "civilized" folk on foreign coasts. They've also been seen marching as mercenaries of foreign empires with the sign of the Hammer. Legends also tell of them venturing out to open seas or deep caves in search of monsters to hunt. Whatever path you character has chosen, Jomsvikings dream of dying a glorious death so that they might be worthy of joining the Einherjar, Odin's personal guard. Valhalla and Ragnarok await the chosen!
- Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Religion
- Tool Proficiencies: Navigator’s tools, vehicles (water)
- Equipment: An inexpensive melee weapon used in your conquests. A Raven Standard, Tattoos indicating your devotion to the Old Gods, or a Hammer Pendant. A set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
Most "civilized" folk are afraid of you due to your violent reputation. When you are in a "civilized" settlement, you can typically get away with minor criminal offenses, such as refusing to pay for food at a tavern or breaking down doors at a local shop, since most people will not report your activity to the authorities. Or you might be reported immediately upon entry as little folk rush to hide their finery and good silver.
However, kin who share your belief in the old gods will not hesitate to show you the most hospitality! Gifting you with a roof over your head, free meals, and drinks among other favors. You are regarded as their hero and will be treated as such. Other Jomsvikings you might venture upon regard you as a brother or sister and aid you to the best of their abilities.
Suggested Characteristics
Jomsvikings are typically unruly and rough lot. But their fanatical devotion to the gods is world renown. Loyalty to their brothers and sisters in arms is also without question.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I dream of death, Valhalla awaits me! |
| 2 | I tell the most epic tales! Even if they arn't the most "accurate" |
| 3 | I enjoy sailing into new ports and discovering new lands |
| 4 | Mead is life. It is the drink of the gods and I show it that sort of respect... As in I drink a lot of it |
| 5 | To me, a tavern brawl is a nice way to get to know a new city. |
| 6 | I never pass up a friendly wager. |
| 7 | I'm always looking for that unbeatable foe so that I might be worthy of Valhalla. |
| 8 | I take what I want and consequences be damned! |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Honor. I live and die by it so that my gods might find me worthy. (Good) |
| 2 | Order. Our tribes have sacred laws that must not be broken. These laws follow us out to sea (Lawful) |
| 3 | Freedom. The sea is freedom — the freedom to go anywhere and do anything. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Domination. I’m a predator, and the civilized people are my prey. I take what I want! (Evil) |
| 5 | Survival. I’m committed to staying alive, not ideals. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Glory! The greater my deads, the longer my legend will ring! (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | Odin... Thor... Freyja... Tyr... My gods are everything to me. |
| 2 | I would die for my brothers and sisters in arms! |
| 3 | I’ll always remember my first ship. |
| 4 | In a far away land, I have a paramour whose eyes nearly stole me from the sea. |
| 5 | I left the love of my life back home. I must find my way back to their embrace! |
| 6 | "Civilized" soldiers put my family to the sword, plundered our village, and left me to die. Vengeance will be mine. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I often give in to my rage and blood lust. |
| 2 | All that matters is my glorious death. Nothing else! |
| 3 | Years at see have left me less than articulate. |
| 4 | Once I start drinking, it’s hard for me to stop. |
| 5 | I pillage whatever I can get my hands on. |
| 6 | My pride will probably lead to my destruction. |
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