RPG SHEET Viking profile Title : Ironside Age : 28 y/o Place of birth : Kattegat
Subject: 04. Ranks Wed May 10, 2017 7:55 pm
Ranks
A walkthrough the world of RPG
Here you can find a list of which ranks there are in each village/kingdom. Each rank is fully explained, it says what is 'expected' from your character if you choose to play in a certain rank. You can see it as some kind of job your character is supossed to fulfill.
Be aware that there are only a few spots within each rank. So before you start to write your character sheet, make sure there is still a spot available, because if not we have to decline your request. You can check here if the spot you want is still available. If you want to claim a rank, you have to do it here.
Your character is also able to get a rank up. For more information about that, click here.
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Björn Ragnarsson
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Subject: Uddevalla ranks Wed May 10, 2017 8:30 pm
Uddevalla
Forging and fighting
Royalty structure:
- High King: The male strongholder of Uddevalla.
- High Queen: The female strongolder of Uddevalla.
- Huskarl: A viking warrior that has won the trust of the King and Queen and has been promoted. They serve the King and Queen as their bodyguard. You can recognize them by the golden wristband they are wearing. It is a symbol for loyalty. They still take part in raids and wars.
- Thane: The royal advisor, keeps an eye on the Military side and discusses clan matters with the royalties based on how the clan is progressing.
Military structure:
- Hersir: The leading general of the viking army. They often sit together with the Thane and the King to discuss matters of raiding and wars. The Hersir is the 'boss' of the army, they give instructions and have to be respected at all time.
- Radningar: The rank beneath the Hersir. They are strong warriors, have proven their loyalty and strength during raids and wars. Radningars are respected by the other members of the army and are responsible for training others. They can command vikings or shield maids to help them.
- Vikings: Fierce fighters who have proven themselves during raids or wars. But they haven't stand out enough to become a Radningar. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Shield maiden: They carry the same rank as the vikings, but because they are female they can't climb up more in rank. Yet they are being respected enormously. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Thegn: Males or females that are experienced warriors, yet need further training. They are allowed to take part in raids or wars.
- Herra: Male new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Frú: Female new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Berserker: Veteran Radningar or Viking who is too old to take part in raids or wars anymore. They are giving the title 'Berserker' because of their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the king. Some Berserkers still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
- Valkyrie: The female version of a Berserker. Valkyries are retired shield maids, known for their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the king. Some Valkyries still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
Social structure:
- Blacksmith: One of the most respected jobs in Uddevalla. Blacksmiths carry the power of turning the most difficult metal into outstanding weapons. They are being respected by all.
- Blacksmith apprentice: A young boy or girl, being teached by an experienced blacksmith into the world of crafting extraordinary weapons.
- Iron miner: Alongside with blacksmith the most important job in Uddevalla. These miners have long work days, but they are being rewarded gratefully by the royalties. They need to descend deep beneath the ground which is rich with iron.
- Shipbuilder: One of the hardest jobs in Uddevalla. The shipbuilders are able to build ships, but they lack in quality because the builders don't know the exact methods.
- Læknir: Also known as healers. These people are often admired and feared at the same time. They have a strong connection with nature and sometimes they claim that they are strengthened by magic, coming from the power of the gods.
- Cloth and fabric makers: A job mostly fulfilled by women. The clothes worn by the people of Uddevalla are mostly black and grey. There is also alot of influence from iron, like maldware colders for the royalties and warriors.
- Jewellery maker: Jewellery is very cheap in Uddevalla because there is so much iron provided. Most of the people, even the lower classes are able to afford jewellery.
- Skald: These are the famous poets at the courts of the village. They write poems, songs and turn these into performances on the street as well for the greater public. The subject of their art is usually praisfull towards the gods or vikings who have done a great deed. Most skalds also play instruments as the harp or lyre.
- Farmer: Men and women who take care of the fields and provide the clan of food.
- Villager: The poor, living from scratches and begging.
- Thrall: Slaves, mostly young girls. Can be prisoners from other villages, or daughters from poor families freely offering themselves to the royalty. They are obligated to take care for the royal family and obey all of the orders they are given. They fulfill this duty until they die or until they are being released from their task.
- Vaeltaja: These are the people who are seen as the wanderers from the village. Their loyalty lies with their earl or king, but they spend more time outside the safety from the village. Sometimes on behalf of their earl or king, to discover new lands. Sometimes because they just love to be on their own.
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Subject: Skagen ranks Wed May 10, 2017 8:30 pm
Skagen
Building and crafting
Royalty structure:
- Earl: The male strongholder of Skagen.
- Countess: The female strongolder of Skagen.
- Huskarl: A viking warrior that has won the trust of the Earl and Countess and has been promoted. They serve the Earl and Countess as their bodyguard. You can recognize them by the golden wristband they are wearing. It is a symbol for loyalty. They still take part in raids and wars.
- Thane: The royal advisor, keeps an eye on the Military side and discusses clan matters with the royalties based on how the clan is progressing.
Military structure:
- Hersir: The leading general of the viking army. They often sit together with the Thane and the Earl to discuss matters of raiding and wars. The Hersir is the 'boss' of the army, they give instructions and have to be respected at all time.
- Radningar: The rank beneath the Hersir. They are strong warriors, have proven their loyalty and strength during raids and wars. Radningars are respected by the other members of the army and are responsible for training others. They can command vikings or shield maids to help them.
- Vikings: Fierce fighters who have proven themselves during raids or wars. But they haven't stand out enough to become a Radningar. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Shield maiden: They carry the same rank as the vikings, but because they are female they can't climb up more in rank. Yet they are being respected enormously. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Thegn: Males or females that are experienced warriors, yet need further training. They are allowed to take part in raids or wars.
- Herra: Male new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Frú: Female new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Berserker: Veteran Radningar or Viking who is too old to take part in raids or wars anymore. They are giving the title 'Berserker' because of their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the Earl. Some Berserkers still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
- Valkyrie: The female version of a Berserker. Valkyries are retired shield maids, known for their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the Earl. Some Valkyries still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
Social structure:
- Blacksmith: One of the hardest jobs in Skagen. They have lack in skills and are having a hard time to create outstanding weapons.
- Shipbuilder: One of the most important jobs in Skagen. The shipbuilders are people that are being respected in an unimaginable way. They have an outstanding skill in building boats, which other viking clans are jealous off.
- Shipbuilder apprentice: A young boy or girl that is being teached the art of shipbuilding by an experienced shipbuilder.
- Læknir: Also known as healers. These people are often admired and feared at the same time. They have a strong connection with nature and sometimes they claim that they are strengthened by magic, coming from the power of the gods.
- Cloth and fabric makers: A job mostly fulfilled by women. The clothes worn by the people of Skagen are mostly blue and grey.
- Jewellery maker: Jewellery is very expensive in Skagen because the pearls that they use in it. So it is only worn by the royalty. By selling jewellery in other clans they make much profit.
- Skald: These are the famous poets at the courts of the village. They write poems, songs and turn these into performances on the street as well for the greater public. The subject of their art is usually praisfull towards the gods or vikings who have done a great deed. Most skalds also play instruments as the harp or lyre.
- Farmer: Men and women who take care of the fields and provide the clan of food.
- Fishermen: Men and woman who are skilled with fishing rodds and sailing boats. Fish is the main source of food in Skagen.
- Villager: The poor, living from scratches and begging.
- Thrall: Slaves, mostly young girls. Can be prisoners from other villages, or daughters from poor families freely offering themselves to the royalty. They are obligated to take care for the royal family and obey all of the orders they are given. They fulfill this duty until they die or until they are being released from their task.
- Vaeltaja: These are the people who are seen as the wanderers from the village. Their loyalty lies with their earl or king, but they spend more time outside the safety from the village. Sometimes on behalf of their earl or king, to discover new lands. Sometimes because they just love to be on their own.
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Subject: Skagerrak ranks Wed May 10, 2017 8:31 pm
Skagerrak
Farming and forestry
Royalty structure:
- Earl: The male strongholder of Skagerrak.
- Countess: The female strongolder of Skagerrak.
- Huskarl: A viking warrior that has won the trust of the Earl and Countess and has been promoted. They serve the Earl and Countess as their bodyguard. You can recognize them by the golden wristband they are wearing. It is a symbol for loyalty. They still take part in raids and wars.
- Thane: The royal advisor, keeps an eye on the Military side and discusses clan matters with the royalties based on how the clan is progressing.
Military structure:
- Hersir: The leading general of the viking army. They often sit together with the Thane and the Earl to discuss matters of raiding and wars. The Hersir is the 'boss' of the army, they give instructions and have to be respected at all time.
- Radningar: The rank beneath the Hersir. They are strong warriors, have proven their loyalty and strength during raids and wars. Radningars are respected by the other members of the army and are responsible for training others. They can command vikings or shield maids to help them.
- Vikings: Fierce fighters who have proven themselves during raids or wars. But they haven't stand out enough to become a Radningar. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Shield maiden: They carry the same rank as the vikings, but because they are female they can't climb up more in rank. Yet they are being respected enormously. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Thegn: Males or females that are experienced warriors, yet need further training. They are allowed to take part in raids or wars.
- Herra: Male new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Frú: Female new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Berserker: Veteran Radningar or Viking who is too old to take part in raids or wars anymore. They are giving the title 'Berserker' because of their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the Earl. Some Berserkers still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
- Valkyrie: The female version of a Berserker. Valkyries are retired shield maids, known for their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the Earl. Some Valkyries still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
Social structure:
- Blacksmith: Considered a normal job in Skagerrak. The sources of nature in Skagerrak are extraordinary which means the weapons are also from great material. But they can't keep up with the quality from the weapons of Uddevalla.
- Shipbuilder: Also a normal job in Skagerrak, but the quality of the ships isn't the same as the ships from Skagerrak.
- Læknir: Also known as healers. These people are often admired and feared at the same time. They have a strong connection with nature and sometimes they claim that they are strengthened by magic, coming from the power of the gods.
- Cloth and fabric makers: A job mostly fulfilled by women. The clothes worn by the people of Skagerrak are mostly blue and grey.
- Jewellery maker: Jewellery is very expensive in Skagerrak because all of the expensive materials they use in it. Jewellery is mostly being used for trading and is worn by the royalties.
- Farmer: The farmers are the most important people in Skagerrak. They know how to handle their fields with care and are able to harvest high quality food. They are also great loggers.
- Skald: These are the famous poets at the courts of the village. They write poems, songs and turn these into performances on the street as well for the greater public. The subject of their art is usually praisfull towards the gods or vikings who have done a great deed. Most skalds also play instruments as the harp or lyre.
- Salesmen: Men and woman who travel to Kattegat to sell the goods coming from Skagerrak. This is a very important job in Skagerrak.
- Villager: The poor, living from scratches and begging.
- Thrall: Slaves, mostly young girls. Can be prisoners from other villages, or daughters from poor families freely offering themselves to the royalty. They are obligated to take care for the royal family and obey all of the orders they are given. They fulfill this duty until they die or until they are being released from their task.
- Vaeltaja: These are the people who are seen as the wanderers from the village. Their loyalty lies with their earl or king, but they spend more time outside the safety from the village. Sometimes on behalf of their earl or king, to discover new lands. Sometimes because they just love to be on their own.
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Subject: Kattegat ranks Wed May 10, 2017 8:32 pm
Kattegat
Trading and discovering
Royalty structure:
- High King: The male strongholder of Kattegat.
- High Queen: The female strongolder of Kattegat.
- Huskarl: A viking warrior that has won the trust of the King and Queen and has been promoted. They serve the King and Queen as their bodyguard. You can recognize them by the golden wristband they are wearing. It is a symbol for loyalty. They still take part in raids and wars.
- Thane: The royal advisor, keeps an eye on the Military side and discusses clan matters with the royalties based on how the clan is progressing.
Military structure:
- Hersir: The leading general of the viking army. They often sit together with the Thane and the King to discuss matters of raiding and wars. The Hersir is the 'boss' of the army, they give instructions and have to be respected at all time.
- Radningar: The rank beneath the Hersir. They are strong warriors, have proven their loyalty and strength during raids and wars. Radningars are respected by the other members of the army and are responsible for training others. They can command vikings or shield maids to help them.
- Vikings: Fierce fighters who have proven themselves during raids or wars. But they haven't stand out enough to become a Radningar. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Shield maiden: They carry the same rank as the vikings, but because they are female they can't climb up more in rank. Yet they are being respected enormously. They are allowed to train others freely.
- Thegn: Males or females that are experienced warriors, yet need further training. They are allowed to take part in raids or wars.
- Herra: Male new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Frú: Female new warriors that still have to learn everything. They can't take part in raids or wars yet.
- Berserker: Veteran Radningar or Viking who is too old to take part in raids or wars anymore. They are giving the title 'Berserker' because of their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the king. Some Berserkers still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
- Valkyrie: The female version of a Berserker. Valkyries are retired shield maids, known for their outstanding attitude, skill and dedication they have shown in their younger life. They are trusted members and often welcomed by the king. Some Valkyries still take part in wars or raids even though they arent obligated anymore. They just are looking for a worthy death.
Social structure:
- Blacksmith: An important job in Kattegat. They are specialized in strengthening the ships and preparing them for discovering new seas and lands.
- Shipbuilder: Kattegat has a great boatbuilder name Floki. He is the only one in Kattegat who is a truly good ship builder. But the ships of Floki don't match up with the ships from Skagen.
- Læknir: Also known as healers. These people are often admired and feared at the same time. They have a strong connection with nature and sometimes they claim that they are strengthened by magic, coming from the power of the gods.
- Cloth and fabric makers: A job mostly fulfilled by women. The clothes worn by the people of Kattegat are very variating because of the variety of fabrics from the merchants.
- Jewellery maker: Jewellery is very expensive in Kattegat because of the import from other villages like Skagen and Skagerrak.
- Skald: These are the famous poets at the courts of the village. They write poems, songs and turn these into performances on the street as well for the greater public. The subject of their art is usually praisfull towards the gods or vikings who have done a great deed. Most skalds also play instruments as the harp or lyre.
- Farmer: Men and women who take care of the fields and provide the clan of food.
- Villager: The poor, living from scratches and begging.
- Thrall: Slaves, mostly young girls. Can be prisoners from other villages, or daughters from poor families freely offering themselves to the royalty. They are obligated to take care for the royal family and obey all of the orders they are given. They fulfill this duty until they die or until they are being released from their task.
- Vaeltaja: These are the people who are seen as the wanderers from the village. Their loyalty lies with their earl or king, but they spend more time outside the safety from the village. Sometimes on behalf of their earl or king, to discover new lands. Sometimes because they just love to be on their own.
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