Ragnarök Now Redux - Confirmation & Discussion

[MagPiesRUs]

Players

Non-Playable Characters:

Harald

Thor

Players (22):

Finn the Squinter (fhomess)

Claim to Fame: Finn the Squinter was a charming young rogue and an expert marksman. Though he spent most of his days hunting in the woods, he proved to be a valuable warrior for his clan. During one battle, Finn suffered a blow to the head that left half of his face paralysed. However, he made the most of his situation, as his constant state of winking made him a hit with the ladies and made him look badass when he was aiming his bow. Finn's fiery temper meant that anyone who called him "the Squinter" to his face would quickly find themselves riddled with arrows.

Cause of Death: Killed by a jealous lover.

Current Status: Available. Step right up, ladies.

Chief Mursi (CorneliusMurdock)

Claim to Fame: A young up and coming sailor in Norway, Mursi was part of a crew of Norsemen who landed in the Americas. Mursi was unable to make many friends due to his dull and forgettable character. He was so forgettable in fact, that his crew accidentally sailed back home without him. Stranded in an unfamiliar land, Mursi was quick to adapt the customs of the natives. In awe of his skill as a fighter (as well as his bushy beard), one group of natives adopted Mursi into their tribe. Mursi was finally able to make friends within this community, and was eventually declared chief. Deep down, Mursi always pined to return to his homeland, although he remembered very little of what it was like. Him and his tribe built a great canoe and set sail for Norway...

Cause of Death Was capsized somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean.

Current Status: Though he is glad to finally be in the company of fellow Norsemen, he is starting to realise he preferred life in the Americas. Recently, he got a rad new tattoo.

Canute Grey-Bush (CallMePie)

Claim to Fame: Canute was a simpleton. The only thing he knew in life was how to fight, and to his credit, he did it very well. So well, in fact, that he quickly became the most feared Viking in Scandinavia. Tales of his brave deeds spread throughout Europe, and even beyond. His reputation as unkillable led many to believe he was not a mortal man at all. He lived to be an old man, but as much as he seemed to love playing the part of the wise old sage, he was still as ignorant as he had been in his youth. He enjoyed telling stories about his youth to those who sought his advice, but his anecdotes often had no relevance whatsoever. Canute became senile in his old age, possibly a result of one too many blows to the head. Despite his age, Canute never retired from fighting and continued to inspire dread in all those who stood against him.

Cause of Death: Slain in battle at age eighty-nine.

Current Status: Still telling tales to anyone who'll listen.

Wary the Black (Waterbrick Down)

Claim to Fame: Wary the Black was a wise and just king who ruled in Sweden. He lived a grim and solitary life in his hall and was disconnected from the concerns of his people. He took an instant disliking towards King Patrekr the Red. Unbending in character, Wary was unwilling to submit to any of Patrekr's demands. The two men waged a bitter war against each other for many years, unwilling to make a compromise.

Cause of Death: Slain in battle in a duel with Patrekr the Red.

Current Status: Although he has been corrupted by the servants of Loki before, his service to the einherjar beforehand was commendable. Whilst some were reluctant, the einherjar decided to let Wary rejoin them. Wary is desperate to prove his worth now, wishing to convince his peers that they made the right choice.

Patrekr the Red (Palathadric)

Claim to Fame: Patrekr the Red was a wise and just king who ruled in Norway. Patrekr placed great importance on legacy and worked hard to ensure that his son and heir Cranebreinn would continue to bring prestige to his family. Patrekr's one vice was his pride. He could never bear to have someone as his equal in power. In this way, he eventually made a rival of Wary the Black, a king in Sweden. Patrekr and Wary waged a bitter war for many years, both of them too proud to come to a compromise.

Cause of Death: Slain in battle in a duel with Wary the Black.

Current Status: Still wary about Wary.

Wilhalm Bloodaxe (WhiteFang)

Claim to Fame: Wilhalm was brother to King Patrekr the Red. Wilhalm felt insulted by Patrekr's neglect of him and grew jealous of the favour that was constantly directed towards his nephew Cranebreinn. When Patrekr was slain in battle, Wilhalm was made guardian of young Cranebreinn. Ambitious for power, Wilhalm murdered his nephew and made a bid for the throne. Upset, the nobles rose up against Wilhalm and drove him out of the kingdom. With the few men still loyal to him, he raided the French coastline, eventually seizing a holding in Normandy. Here he was appreciated for his talents and lived in contentment. This period of peace gave Wilhalm time to reflect on his dishonourable deeds. Consumed with guilt, he attempted to redeem himself by serving his liege in an attempted invasion of England.

Cause of Death: Hit by a rock while assaulting an English fort.

Current Status: Attempting to atone for his past deeds and reconcile with his brother Patrekr.

Rurik the Bastard (Rick)

Claim to Fame: Rurik was a berserker who worked himself into a fury by consuming large quantities hallucinogenic mushrooms. He developed a serious addiction to these magic mushrooms however, and always looked for the excuse to eat more of them. As a result, he was impulsive and unpredictable, itching for a fight at any time. Unreliable in battle, he was just as likely to attack his own side than the enemies. He was kept under control somewhat by his wife Snotra, who had no time for his megablocks.

Cause of Death: Fell off his horse while under the influence.

Current Status: Rurik continues consume mushrooms, resulting in frenzied behaviour followed by disorientation and tiredness.

Snotra Carrotface (Scubacarrot)

Claim to Fame: Snotra was a fairly normal villager who ended up marrying certifiable Viking Rurik the Bastard. Living with a crazy meant that she developed a thick skin and a resilient character. Her and Rurik constantly argued, though Snotra often got the best of him. As her husband Rurik was always off fighting, usually ruled the roost at home, chasing off any unwanted guests. Her neighbours came to fear her, in part because she was one stud taller than everyone else. Her daunting height led many to believe that she was a giant who had come to wreak havoc on humanity.

Cause of Death: Died of a broken heart following Rurik's death.

Current Status: Glad to be back in Rurik's company, but will never admit it.

Gofraid the Foog (Fugazi)

Claim to Fame: Gofraid the Foog was a ferocious Viking from Denmark who established a settlement for himself in the Isles. Unfortunately, he didn't pack anything warm to wear and found himself constantly shivering in this new land. Gofraid was a hot-headed man who only respected strength. For this reason, when an indecisive young jarl was granted the Kingdom of the Isles, Gofraid raised his army in rebellion. Apparently this king was stronger than he had thought, and Gofraid was defeated.

Cause of Death: Charged with treason and given a blood eagle.

Current Status: Still feeling cold. He refuses to wear new clothes however, they cost an arm and a leg at Valhalla.

Helga Pudding-Head (Hinckley)

Claim to Fame: The daughter of the acclaimed hero Hervi, Helga idolised her dad and yearned to emulate his deeds, despite his protestations. After Hervi drowned in a puddle, Helga inherited the swineherd business. Although she attempted to utilise Hervi's intimate knowledge of pig farming, Helga simply did not possess the same zeal for the job. Desperate for excitement, Helga sought out the nearest bandit hideout and slaughtered them - all with a pitchfork and bucket.

Cause of Death: Drowned in a puddle on the way back.

Current Status: Searching for her father in Valhalla, whom she is convinced is the greatest of the einherjar.

Lefsi Red-Shirt (LegoDad)

Claim to Fame: An ever optimistic and naïve young fighter, Lefsi Red-Shirt was always desperate to prove his worth to his clan. Not overly enamoured by him, his chieftain left him with the role of cannon fodder in battle. Lefsi took great honour in this position and attempted to carry out this role to the best of his abilities. Lefsi always managed to survive however, and with each battle he grew more and more confident that his chieftain would recognise his services. However, he was never rewarded, even as clan numbers began to dwindle.

Cause of Death: With his clan in ruins and his power fading, Lefsi and his chieftain set sail and abandoned their lands. When it was clear that the ship was carrying too much weight, his chieftain gladly accepted Lefsi's offer to jump overboard. Overjoyed to finally be entrusted with such an important mission, Lefsi dived into the ocean, never to be seen again.

Current Status: Lefsi continues to be entrusted as a sentry at Valhalla. He was killed early on during the last Ragnarok scare, but this time he's happy to be participating as a playable character. Whatever that is.

Mist (Mencot)

Claim to Fame: Mist was once a Valkyrie who served the einherjar at Valhalla. Each day, she would watch the einherjar eat, drink and fight, gradually becoming more and more envious of their lives. Mist abandoned her duties and left Valhalla, vowing only to return when she had become an einherjar herself. She traveled to earth and adopted the guise of a mortal, though she found it difficult to act as a proper human should. Once she had got used the basics however, she set about making a name for herself, using her superhuman abilities to smite foes all across Scandinavia. Soon enough, Mist was feared by all.

Cause of Death: As she was an immortal, Mist decided to fake her death in order to become an einherjar. Unfortunately, she was a terrible actor, and could never properly pull off playing dead. Exhausted from her attempts to die, she fell asleep for one week straight. Mistaken for a fallen warrior, she was brought back to Valhalla.

Current Status: Giddy to finally be doing what she loves - eating, drinking and fighting. She resents the fact that the other einherjar call her a cheater though.

Sigrid (Sisco)

Claim to Fame: Sigrid was a mysterious völva, or shamaness. Sigrid was happily married to the heir to a powerful clan. One day however, her husband was ambushed and killed by a notorious bandit by the name of Sigmund. Grief-stricken, Sigrid abandoned her family and scoured the woods in search of her husband's killer. Sigrid prayed to the god Vidarr to help her exact vengeance, vowing to never speak again until her task was complete.

Cause of Death:

Current Status: Still in search of revenge. Her fellow einherjar find her silence unsettling - Sigrid is forced to communicate through gestures and notes.

Dagstyrr the Fool (Darkdragon)

Claim to Fame: Dagstyrr was a young member of the powerful Danish House of Trausti. He showed great promise as a fighter, though he was known to have an explosive temper. Under the close guidance of his father however, he learned to overcome his rage and remain composed in battle. As a teenager, his family was laid low by the up-and-coming House of Bjalabolt, who usurped their titles. Most members of the House of Trausti were executed by the new order, but Dagstyrr managed to repress his emotions, convincing his captors that he was no threat. His act worked too well however, leading the Bjalabolts to appoint him as the new court jester. Dagstyrr was a lousy entertainer and for many years he was mocked and jeered at by the court. One drunken night, after one too many jokes about his hat, Dagstyrr finally snapped. Grabbing the nearest axe he could find, he jumped at the audience, slaying every Bjalabolt usurper he could find. He proceeded to take his act on a kingdom-wide tour. It was generally well-received, though some critics found the performance to be too macabre. They were subsequently killed, however.

Cause of Death: Swallowed a sword.

Current Status: As a warrior, Dagstyrr longs to be taken seriously by his peers. He has never considered wearing different clothes though.

Tumi "Tumius Aximus" (Trumpetking)

Claim to Fame: Tumi was once a fierce viking who looted and pillaged from the North Sea to the Mediterranean. Thanks to his strong leadership, Tumi accumulated great wealth, earning the adoration of his crew. While pillaging in Italy, he came across a preserved ancient Roman villa, filled with extravagant relics of the past. Rather than take the booty and sail to the next town, Tumi decided to stay at the villa, enthralled by all things Roman. He attempted to emulate the Roman aristocracy, inviting his crew to lavish dinner parties and encouraging the recital of poetry. Although he fancied himself a cultured Roman noble, in reality he was barbaric and boorish, frequently botching any attempt he made to appear refined.

Cause of Death: Tumi's crew, disillusioned with their leader, planned a mutiny. On the Ides of March, they approached Tumi and stabbed him repeatedly with their swords. Tumi, relishing the moment, spoke his last poetic words: "eff you, Brute!"

Current Status: Since he never got around to reading up on his mythologies, Tumi cannot tell the difference between the Norse and Roman afterlives. Tumi is pretty sure he's in the Roman one though.

Dufa the Godless(def)

Claim to Fame: Dufa was a hot-headed Norseman who was forced to flee his homeland after murdering his own brother in a fit of rage. Haunted by his actions, Dufa aimlessly sailed around Northern Europe looting and killing indiscriminately, and earned himself the nickname "Dufa the Godless". However, when Dufa attacked a monastery one day, he could not bring himself to harm any of the monks. Repentant for his past deeds, Dufa stayed in the monks' company for many years, learning all he could about the Christian faith. Dufa returned to Scandinavia with a new purpose in life - to Christianise the pagans. He traveled from court to court, zealously spreading his faith. Although he had renounced violence against his brethren, he was not opposed to using it against the heathens, so long as it got the job done.

Cause of Death: Died while defending a chapel from vikings.

Current Status: No one is quite sure how Dufa ended up in Valhalla. Dufa is convinced he is simply in purgatory and is not entirely invested in this whole Ragnarok ordeal.

Chlodochar (Captain Genaro)

Claim to Fame: Chlodochar is a relic of the past. During his life, Chlodochar was an ancient Germanic warrior who sought favour from the god Wodanaz in order to halt Roman expansion. Having no chance in the open field, he resorted to guerrilla tactics, ambushing and sabotaging Roman forces. Hoping to Utilise the mobility of ships, Chlodochar built a small navy and traveled along the coast and down rivers, looting and raiding nearby towns as he went. Chlodochar came to love the sea and longed to explore further and further from the coastline. Growing more confident in his longships, Chlodochar led an expedition into the North Sea.

Cause of Death: Chlodochar's ships were not built to survive on the open seas - his ships capsized and Chlodochar drowned.

Current Status: Reminding everyone that he was the first proper viking, and that everyone else is just an imitator.

Baulf (Bob)

Claim to Fame: Baulf was once a mighty warrior who inherited the principality of Novgorod. Jaded and uninvested in his realm, he made for a poor ruler however. The nobles of Novgorod grew tired of Baulf's complacency and ousted him, forcing him into exile. Furious at such treachery, Baulf swore revenge on his usurpers, finding new purpose in life. Due to his unpopularity, he was unable to garner enough support to reclaim his titles. Thus, Baulf was forced to take action himself. With the help of a local drunk named Beorn, Baulf discovered his inner leadership qualities and skills in battle. Together, they journeyed back to Novgorod on foot. Along the way, there was much action, adventure and hijinks to be had, and Baulf earned the respect of all those he encountered on his travels. Soon, he had acquired an army, which he used to assault and recapture Novgorod. However, just before Baulf's enemies were about to relinquish their power to him...

Cause of Death: ... He was hit by a meteor.

Current Status: Pretending to be a king.

Petr Half-Troll (Piratedave)

Claim to Fame: Petr Half-Troll always aspired to be a poet, but his fellow townsfolk were put off by his growling and dark subject matter. Petr came to resent the people and started living under a bridge outside of town, where no one could criticise his work. As payback, he would harass anyone who attempted to cross and force them to pay a toll. One day, Petr halted an entire army who intended to cross the river and conquer the region. As they were unwilling to pay, Petr fought them off one by one on the narrow bridge, eventually routing them. As a result, Petr became the toast of the town, and feasts were held in his honour for days on end. Ever the party animal, Petr accepted the invitations - but only on the condition that he could sing his godawful poems.

Cause of Death: Death by partying.

Current Status: Petr Half-Troll continues to write poems and party hard.

Kolgrima the Deep-Minded (Kristel)

Claim to Fame: Kolgrima was a fiery member of a powerful Varangian family. In order to secure an alliance, her father married her off to another noble family despite her protestations. Unwilling to spend the rest of her days with a snooty prince, Kolgrima sailed away before she could meet him. Seeking a simpler life, she left her family behind and decided to start life afresh. Though she attempted to make a get by in a small village, she came to miss the wealth she had previously taken for granted. Realising that she was not cut out for a destitute life in the country, she got back on her boat... and took up piracy. She acquired much loot as a result and earned the respect of her fellow crewmen. With the spoils she obtained, she built a larger fleet, which in turn yielded more riches. Though she had enough power and money to live a good life again, Kolgrima wanted more, enjoying the act of pillaging and stealing more than the actual wealth. Never spending her money, her ships gradually became huge hoards of gold.

Cause of Death: After robbing a thrall for a single gold coin, Kolgrima headed back to her ship. However, the added weight of the coin was enough to sink the boat and drown Kolgrima.

Current Status: slowly but surely pocketing all the ornaments and silverware in Valhalla.

Naemr Sledgehammer (Captain Nemo)

Claim to Fame: Naemr Sledgehammer was a viking who operated in the west coast of Scotland. From an early age, Naemr had an inquiring mind and was fascinated by the different cultures that existed around him. As soon as he was old enough, he joined a company of mercenaries and traveled the British Isles. An accomplished fighter, Naemr struck fear into his enemies with his giant warhammer. It was not long before Naemr became leader of his own mercenary company. For each contract, Naemr loved to get into character and imitate the ways of those he fought for. He switched back and forth between sides however, and sometimes became confused about who he was fighting for. While in the service of the Picts, Naemr inadvertently attacked and destroyed his own hometown. No longer having a home or an identity of his own, Naemr continued to sell his services to the highest bidder for the rest of his days.

Cause of Death: Struck by lightning.

Current Status: Excited by all the different kinds of vikings in Valhalla, Naemr loves to imitate everyone around him.

Jarni Child-Sparer (jamesn)

Claim to Fame: Jarni Child-Sparer was a fiery member of a powerful Varangian family. In order to secure an alliance, his father married him off to another noble family despite his protestations. Unwilling to spend the rest of his days with a snooty princess, Jarni sailed away before he could meet her. Seeking a simpler life, he left his family behind and decided to start life afresh. He soon became destitute however, and sold himself into thralldom. Jarni became enraged at the injustice of the thrall system but worked hard in order to purchase his freedom. Having lost his savings during a pirate raid however, Jarni decided to abandon his master and escape into the hills. From here, he raided passerby and attacked nearby towns in order to acquire wealth. Though his attacks were often brutal, he established a code for himself whereby he would free any thralls he met and spare any children. Jarni became a hero for the downtrodden people within Norse society, who flocked behind him. Despite his enemies best efforts to capture him, Jarni always managed to escape, having an intimate knowledge of the mountains.

Cause of Death: Killed by an axe-wielding child during a raid.

Current Status: Criticising the elitism within the hall, where only the finest of the einherjar reside.

Rules

1. Each player will be given a character to play, who will be aligned with either the Einherjar or the Servants of Loki. To win the game, the Einherjar must kill off all the Servants of Loki, while the Servants of Loki must outnumber the Einherjar. Neutral characters will have their victory conditions outlined in their role.

2. Each day you will be able to vote to lynch a player. Voting should be done in the following format; Vote: Character (Player). Similarly, unvoting is to be done in the format; Unvote: Character (Player). No other format will be accepted. A majority vote is required to lynch a player.

3. A game day will last for 72 hours. You may not vote in the first 24 hours. After the day has concluded, a night stage will commence, which will last a maximum of 48 hours. Night actions must be sent to the host in the first 24 hours of the night stage.

4. The alignment of lynched players, as well as those that died during the night, will be revealed at the beginning of the next day.

5. You may not quote or pretend to quote anything sent to or from you in PM with the game host. This includes all the details of your character and role, as well as any night action results. Role claims and reporting of night action results are acceptable, but in your own words only. Do not attempt to use the structure of your role PM to your advantage.

6. Do not play the game outside the thread. Similarly, do not post out of character inside the thread; you must always play the role given to you. Game tactics and roles may only be discussed in the game thread or via PM with other players. Private discussion is done at your own risk and should be treated as part of the game.

7. If you are dead, you may not post in thread or discuss the game with any of the players. Any information you had becomes void and may not be passed on.

8. You may not edit your posts. Editing your post on three separate occasions will result in a mod-kill.

9. You must post in every day thread. Failure to do so will result in a mod-kill.

10. If you encounter a problem or have a question, please contact the host via PM.

[Darkdragon]

How did I get here? Seems big and empty in here. I'm bored.

*starts juggling plates*

[Palathadric]

Patrekr the Red is back!!! Beware, Wary, I have your number. Aren't you supposed to be...like...dead or something. You were one of 'em Servants of Loki last I could recall. Hilda, you look a darn sight familiar, but I can't quite place if we've met before.

What happened to my manly man pal!

...And my son, where is my beloved son?!?!?!?

[fhomess]

Greetings, ladies!

[Sisco]

Sigrid looked around from her seat, taking it all in. A fallen hero came and attempted to chat her up; Sigrid's icy stare soon sent him scurrying away.

[CMP]

Do not forget, newcomers of Valhalla:

An axe in the hand is worth two fish four fish ten fish more fish!

-Canute Gray-Bush, 927 A.D.

[Waterbrick Down]

Patrekr the Red is back!!! Beware, Wary, I have your number. Aren't you supposed to be...like...dead or something. You were one of 'em Servants of Loki last I could recall. Hilda, you look a darn sight familiar, but I can't quite place if we've met before.

Aye, but even the best of us can be drawn away by the deceptive forces of the damnable Loki. My axe is sharp and my mind set to resist the fowl influences of those who sneak among us in the shadows.

[CMP]

. My axe is sharp and my mind set to resist the fowl influences of those who sneak among us in the shadows.

Ah, but remember, young Wary:

Don't count your chickens before their eggs cross the road!

-Canute Gray-Bush, 913 A.D.

'Twas the doom of my long-lost friend, Olaf Talon-Heart. He tried to count his chickens before they were done, and what happened to him, hmm?

He got hit by a meteor!

[Hinckley]

Helga Hufflepuff...I mean Pudding-head...checking in!

[Fugazi]

Gofraid the Foog here, freshly reduxed!

[TrumpetKing]

Eff you, Brute!

Tumi here!

[Hinckley]

Aren't you supposed to be...like...dead or something.

All of us are dead. We're in Valhalla!

[Bob]

All Hail, King Baulf, ruler of all of Novgorod!

My first decree: Create a Meteor Defense Network!

[LegoDad]

Lefsi Red-Shirt is here. Can't believe I didn't get any horns on my helmet. How am I going to gore people in battle?

[Captain Nemo]

Well it's about time the end of the world came! That took far longer than the lightning bold that killed me did!

Naemr Sledgehammer is ready for the hunt!

[Captain Genaro]

Oh, for the love of Wodanaz, even in death you imitators manage to mock and destroy the viking image I spent a lifetime to create. I guess some things will just never change . But please, pay attention to how a proper viking behaves. With any luck, you might learn a thing or two about a real viking.

[TrumpetKing]

All of us are dead. We're in Valhalla!

For such a Brute with a pudding-head like yours, you seem to be pretty clever.

[CorneliusMurdock]

Duuuuudes... What up?

[Mencot]

Hail my brothers and sisters

Let us eat, drink and fight, yaaa

Where is thee beer, mead and pork

I need the pork

[Hinckley]

For such a Brute with a pudding-head like yours, you seem to be pretty clever.

You're insulting a lady?? I may be a fat and brutish, manly woman, but I'm the daughter of the greatest of the einherjar!

[TrumpetKing]

.... I thought your father was a Servant of Loki...

My apologies, madam. I didn't notice your womanly features over your brute-like ones.

[Palathadric]

All of us are dead. We're in Valhalla!

What do you call someone who dies in Valhalla?

I don't like your smarty-pants attitude. You seriously remind me of one of them Servants of Loki we killed off.

I suggest you stick to fattening your swine for ridiculously massive feasts.

[Kristel]

If we're all already dead, how do we kill off the Servants of Loki? Or have we already won because they're already dead?

Never mind, I think I see something shiny ....

[Scubacarrot]

Hey, I'm back.

[WhiteFang]

Wilhalm Bloodaxe is back! I am really very glad to be back!