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Styrbiorn the Strong · Character

Odin

The Norse god, appears in visions or omens.

minor

Also known as Father Odin

First appearance: xv fyrisfield

Odin shows up with force in XVI: Valhalla. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The All-Father sits on his high seat in Valhalla, observing the battle and receiving the slain heroes brought by the Valkyries.
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PAPalnatokiGUGudrunTTThorgnyr Thorg…HEHelgiTHThorgislODOdin

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Jomsburg Vikings and Allies
  • Swedish and Foreign Rivals

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Odin in xv fyrisfield
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