#bio: alfhild

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[ morfydd clark, cis woman, she/her. ] ✧･ﾟ is that [ alfhild thordottir ] who just stumbled into town? rumour has it that they’re the [ twenty-eight ] year old child of [ thor ] from [ marvel ]. i’ve also heard that they’re [ refined ] but [ stubborn ] and have [ one ] sibling. i could almost swear i heard [ god sent me as karma - emlyn ] playing when they appeared.

alfhild was the eldest of two daughters of thor, taking after him in many ways. she was spritely and aggressive as a child, always running here and there and challenging anyone who crossed her path to duel her. she wanted to be just like her father – a great warrior, both loved and feared across many worlds. she had no interest in diplomacy or the reasons behind wars. she simply wanted to take part in them. of course, her father – and those who helped watch over the girls – only entertained her to an extent.

as she grew, she slowly realised the necessity of brain and brawn. she dove herself into studies relating to all things war-related. she didn’t care for ruling a kingdom – she wanted to be the great general of a kingdom. she would go out on adventures with and without her father’s knowledge, only letting audhild know where she was going and when she expected to return. she’d got into her bad scraps here and there on these adventures, but she usually returned victorious with some sort of story or treasure to boast about.

however, a particularly bad adventured changed alfhild. she was caught for some weeks, kept for ransom until thor was forced to come save her. from then on, she grew a bit more withdrawn and far more serious. she dedicated herself to becoming the centered and strong general she wished to be. she didn’t go on her silly adventures anymore and took her place at the political table. she didn’t share or show many emotions, and avoided social gatherings that were nothing more than a party.

            basics:                full name:  alfhild thordottir                nicknames:  alf, alfie (only v close people can use)                gender:  cis woman                pronouns:  she / her                sexuality:  bisexual                age:  28                occupation:  warrior                species:  asgardian

            appearance:                faceclaim:  morfydd clark                height:  6′0''                eyes:  green                hair:  blonde                piercings:  n/a                tattoos:  n/a                other distinguishing features:  some scars                style:  formal

            personality:                traits:  refined, loyal, protective, stubborn                likes:  shot naps, weapons, polished armour                dislikes:  excessive parties, waste                fears:  perishing, not being able to save herself                phobias:  n/a                hobbies:  weaving, sharpening                skills:  combat, diplomacy, cartography                quirks:  n/a                pet peeves:  children

            family:                mother:  thor                father:  unknown                siblings:  one                birth order:  eldest                spouse / lover:  n/a                children:  n/a                pets:  n/a                notable close relatives:  n/a

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[ morfydd clark, cis woman, she/her. ] ✧･ﾟ is that [ alfhild thordottir ] who just stumbled into town? rumour has it that they’re the [ twenty-eight ] year old child of [ thor ] from [ marvel ]. i’ve also heard that they’re [ refined ] but [ stubborn ] and have [ one ] sibling. i could almost swear i heard [ god sent me as karma - emlyn ] playing when they appeared.

alfhild was the eldest of two children of thor, taking after him in many ways. she was spritely and aggressive as a child, always running here and there and challenging anyone who crossed her path to duel her. she wanted to be just like her father – a great warrior, both loved and feared across many worlds. she had no interest in diplomacy or the reasons behind wars. she simply wanted to take part in them. of course, her father – and those who helped watch over the children – only entertained her to an extent.

as she grew, she slowly realised the necessity of brain and brawn. she dove herself into studies relating to all things war-related. she didn’t care for ruling a kingdom – she wanted to be the great general of a kingdom. she would go out on adventures with and without her father’s knowledge, only letting her sibling know where she was going and when she expected to return. she’d got into her bad scraps here and there on these adventures, but she usually returned victorious with some sort of story or treasure to boast about.

however, a particularly bad adventured changed alfhild. she was caught for some weeks, kept for ransom until thor was forced to come save her. from then on, she grew a bit more withdrawn and far more serious. she dedicated herself to becoming the centered and strong general she wished to be. she didn’t go on her silly adventures anymore and took her place at the political table. she didn’t share or show many emotions, and avoided social gatherings that were nothing more than a party.

            basics:                full name:  alfhild thordottir                nicknames:  alf, alfie (only v close people can use)                gender:  cis woman                pronouns:  she / her                sexuality:  bisexual                age:  28                occupation:  warrior                species:  asgardian

            appearance:                faceclaim:  morfydd clark                height:  6′0’’                eyes:  green                hair:  blonde                piercings:  n/a                tattoos:  n/a                other distinguishing features:  some scars                style:  formal

            personality:                traits:  refined, loyal, protective, stubborn                likes:  short naps, weapons, polished armour                dislikes:  excessive parties, waste                fears:  perishing, not being able to save herself                phobias:  n/a                hobbies:  weaving, sharpening                skills:  combat, diplomacy, cartography                quirks:  n/a                pet peeves:  children

            family:                mother:  unknown                father:  thor                siblings:  one                birth order:  eldest                spouse / lover:  n/a                children:  n/a                pets:  n/a                notable close relatives:  n/a

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Vikings Bio Headcanons

As a part II to the Ragnarssons, here are some more randoms for the older generation.

Ragnar Lothbrok

How did he prove his manhood to his friends and family?

As a young boy, Ragnar’s favorite time of year was the Yule season. Early each winter, he would begin dreaming of a great wolf chasing the sun through the sky, and swallowing it whole, leaving just the slightest cloudy shimmer through its stomach. He’d also anticipate the great warriors that would gather together in the earl’s hall. After several cups of mead, they’d come together in a circle, and share their exploits from the past year. They seemed like giants to him, covered in their thick fur coats, telling stories of impossible victories. Of course he never told anyone, but it was Ragnar’s plan to go hunting for a wolf once he received his arm ring at the Thing, and to wear its pelt to the first of the Yule celebrations.  Even his father was surprised when his youngest son appeared in the wolf’s fur, because it had obviously come from a large, healthy male. 

What animal most closely aligns with his personality?

A raven. Ragnar was fascinated by other people, but it was difficult for him to build close relationships, and there were really only a few people that ever intimately knew him. Despite this, Ragnar could still be quite light-hearted and playful, which always attracted others to him. So, he generally found himself off on his own during the day, and surrounded by a large group during the evenings.

What item does he always keep with him?

Just before Ragnar’s mother Alfhild passed, he went to her deathbed to spend just a few moments alone with her. She told her son to bring her the small knife that was resting on a pile of neglected yarn, and snipped a small braid from her hair to give to him. Ragnar would wear it with him most days, whether he tied to a thread around his neck, or hid it in a small coat pocket. 

Harald Finehair

How did he prove his manhood to his friends and family? 

When Harald was thirteen, he and his brother traveled with their father near the southern coast. It was their first time to go so far south, and the boys were eager to do some exploring away from their father’s gaze. With a group of local boys, Harald and Halfdan escaped the village’s busy crowd, and wandered a few miles up the Mǫrn river where they could play in the cover of the trees. The river was rough there though, and the rapids seemed to goad the boys into play a bit too recklessly. Halfdan, only ten and small for his age, fell in. Harald jumped in after his brother without hesitation, and saved his brother’s life. When he heard what had happened, their father was too relieved to be furious with his sons, and by the time they returned home, he’d fine-tuned all the details of the story to share with his friends.

What animal most closely aligns with his personality?

A lynx. Harald wasn’t raised to believe a man could ever be too ambitious. He’s made allies with the most unsavory sorts of people, killed more powerful (but less astute) men, and journeyed into uncertainty, all because a small part of hims has always believed that the opportunity for gain is truly a god-given gift. 

What item does he always keep with him?

Before Harald goes on any journey, he takes an acorn with him from home. Associated with Thor and good fortune, Harald believes the acorn may help him secure safe passage back home, and hopefully, with more wealth than what he left with.

Halfdan the Black

How did he prove his manhood to his friends and family?

Halfdan’s parents were sure he wouldn’t make it to adulthood. During his earliest years, he was a puny little thing that seemed to be living on borrowed time. Especially during the cold months, his mother always assumed her youngest would be taken by some fever, but Halfdan never got sick. By the time he’d turned twelve and was ready to attend the Thing with his father, he’d stretched out a bit and had gained a reputation amongst the other boys. He’d rarely gotten so much as a scratch training with them, and was absolutely the most reckless out of the bunch - always provoking the others. The night he received his ring was a surreal moment for his father, and he suddenly became aware of his son’s size and character.

What animal most closely aligns with his personality?

A northern goshawk. Halfdan can only ever be seen with his brother or on his own. He doesn’t make a point to hide away like that, it’s just in his nature to seek out what’s familiar to him unless he’s traveling somewhere purposefully. It’s also never crossed his mind to hide some his more violent tendencies, which can be whole other obstacle to making friends.

What item does he always keep with him?

Halfdan likes to travel with a pair of hand-woven wool socks that his mother made for him. He’s had to mend a few holes in them over the years, but layered over a pair of fresh socks, they’re incredibly comfortable.

Floki

When did he prove his manhood to his friends and family?

Floki was raised in a comfortable home, but it was a lonely enough upbringing. Being raised by a widow, he was sure she’d always considered him a bit of a burden. Just before his sister was old enough to consider marrying, she was sent away to some aunts’ who he knew good and well were not blood relatives at all, but actually vǫlur. Every night afterwards, Floki would lay awake at night wondering about himself, and hoped the gods would intervene to give him a brighter future than a simple woodcarver or fisherman. At least someone favored him, and Floki was sent to foster with a boat-builder who spoiled him with attention. He completed his first boat there at fifteen, but his foster father had him exaggerate his age and experience by a decade for the sake of getting more work.

What animal most closely aligns with his personality?

A nursery web spider. Power can change hands quickly in Kattegat, and physical security is a privilege for the few. Floki, however, was given a precious gift by the gods. His unique talents have not only bought him protection from others’ wrath, but also helped him to make many very useful friends.  

What item does he always keep with him?

Floki always keep a small pot of ink with him. Besides changing his appearance specifically to intimidate others, he finds it calming to practice runes that he’ll eventually sew into clothes, paint onto his shield, or tattoo onto his scalp.