Homebrew Nord Species Details

The large and sturdy Nords, living in the frigid and harsh lands of Skyrim, are a tall and fair haired people. It is commonplace in their community to be honorable and talented warriors, and with this they have a natural resistance to cold.

Respect of all Trades

Nords respect anyone who work hard to survive with any mainstream trades. They can be craftsmen, soldiers, maid servants, farmers, priests, and they are proud to be the sons and daughters of Skyrim.

Although this comes with a dark side, most nords pity none who are unable to pull their own weight. Those not willing to work to survive are seen as lazy and disgraceful, although the sick or elderly are given a pass on this rule.

Honor Among Nords

Nords see honor as the most important thing in their society. People like thieves, assassins, anyone that relies on something that may be seen as underhanded is looked upon very poorly. Alternatively, any nord who commit acts of bravery or heroism are treated almost as nobles to the other nords in the community, becoming a decorated celebrity of sorts. Heroic nords are almost always remembered in song and are sung by almost any bard in the province.

Controversy of Magic

Some Nords, but not all, may be extremely against the use of magic. In their eyes, they see magic as volatile and dangerous that does more harm than good. Any who openly practice the arcane arts are shunned by these nordic societies, being accused of things like demonic worship and human sacrifice, eating babies or any other things you could imagine.

Although some nordic communities see magic as any other way of self-improvement, and are very accepting of the arcane arts. Mages play a large role in these communities, and are often respected for their knowledge. Courts of these societies even have court mages that aid in any magical threats.

Nordic Names

Nords have one or two names, the first being the name given at birth while the second name is a clan name or a nickname.

Birth names are granted at birth, and is of the parents' choice and their nickname/clan name is granted dependent on the clan name of the parents. 

Birth Names:  Addvar, Bjorn, Christer, Deor, Einarth, Frothar, Gierlund, Hadvar, Klemmek, Lemkil, Markus, Nils, Ogmund, Pactur, Ralof, Sigurd, Thadgier, Ulfric, Valdr, Wuunferth, Ysrarald. 

Nicknames/Clan Names: Volkihar, Black-Briar, Silver Blood, Battle-Born, Gray-Mane, Shatter-Shield, Snow-Shod, Maiden-Loom, Pure-Spring, Sable-Hilt. 

Nord Traits

Nords share a number of traits in common with each other.

Ability Score Increase

Your Strength score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1.

Age

Nords live about as long as any human does, reaching adulthood at the age of 18 and can live up to 90 years.

Alignment

Nords believe strongly in self-improvement and honor. Anything seen as underhanded is disgraceful, but not all nords rush to do the right thing. Most nords are neutral good, but it varies widely.

Size

Nords are usually around 5 to 6 feet tall, and weigh anywhere from 150 to 260 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 30 feet.

Blood of Atmora

You’re acclimated to high altitude, including elevations above 20,000 feet. You’re also naturally adapted to cold climates, and you have resistance to cold damage of any type.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Giant.