Skaldi Culture

Hailing from the rugged lands north of Tarahir, the Skaldi have a culture that reflects their way of life. Theirs is a wild life, where the Skaldi spend much time in smaller battles between their various clans. The Skaldi culture values bravery and skill in combat.

Preferred Locations: Skaldi prefer to live in small, isolated, villages and hamlets in the hills and valleys of their lands. Many Skaldi communities chose to dwell close to Sithi woodlands, usually in a fertile defensible valley. They are uncomfortable in warmer climes.

Clothing & Decoration: Coming from the wilderness of the northlands, the Skaldi often wear heavy leathers and furs along with coarse cloths of colors that reflect the darker earth tones. In combat, some wear chain armor in combination with various bits of rigid leather. The Skaldi prefer such weapons as broadswords, long swords, spears, daggers, and long bows.

Demeanor: Big, broad, white skinned, red cheeked men with long dirty hair, screaming imprecations and fighting like madmen – or so the stories say. This is true enough, up to a point, but like all stereotypes it disguises a wider reality. The Skaldi tend to be a tough, though good-natured, people. The Skaldi tribes tend to be dour and grim and distrusting of strangers. When amongst friends, the Skaldi are relaxed, uncouth and good company.

Starting Languages: Skaldic (S 6/W 5), one additional language (either Cana or Tarahiri Common) (S 4/W 3)

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