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'''Gorm''' (died c. 985) was a [[Jomsvikings|Jomsviking]] who followed [[Palnatoke]] and later | '''Gorm''' (died c. 985) was a [[Jomsvikings|Jomsviking]] who followed [[Palnatoke]] and later [[Styrbjörn the Strong]] after the former's death. He fought during the [[Battle of Fýrisvellir]] against Styrbjörn's uncle [[Eric the Victorious]]. | ||
==Biography== | ==Biography== | ||
Circa 985, Gorm was present at Palnatoke's side while encamped on the shore of the [[Mälaren]] | Circa 985, Gorm was present at Palnatoke's side while encamped on the shore of the [[Mälaren]]. Having only recently sided with Styrbjörn, claimant to the [[Sweden|Swedish]] throne, Gorm was opposed to the prince's decision to burn their own fleet and revealed that many fellow Jomsvikings were similarly doubtful of their allegiance to Styrbjörn. When confronted by the prince, Gorm refuted that his loyalty was to Palnatoke, not Styrbjörn. The argument eventually died out, and Styrbjörn dismissed Gorm's opinions as he witnessed the arrival of the [[shieldmaiden]] [[Thyra Haraldsdottir]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods]]'' – Chapter 16</ref> | ||
Sometime later, after an encounter that left his commander Palnatoke dead, Gorm commented on Styrbjörn's recently acquired ornate [[Short blade|dagger]] said to be a holy [[Trident of Eden|relic]] from the recently retreated [[Harald Bluetooth]], insisting that he destroy or discard it. Gorm was then harshly reprimanded by Styrbjörn but pushed back alongside the other Jomsvikings, all of whom were unwilling to continue fighting for the prince. They talked of honor and fighting for what Palnatoke had stood for. After hearing strong words from Thyra, now Styrbjörn's betrothed, they came to an agreement; Gorm and the Jomsvikings would maintain their alliance with Styrbjörn but would not fight for him, only for vengeance.<ref name="FotG Ch19">''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods]]'' – Chapter 19</ref> | |||
Shortly after, Gorm and his men stood within sight of the [[Fyrisvellir|Fyrisfield]], where Gorm found it strange that King Eric had not come to meet the attackers and had instead holed up further into [[Uppsala]]. Before entering the plain, the Jomsvikings, led by Stybjörn, formed ranks and marched forth in a wedge formation, beating their shields like drums. As they approached, a massive herd of [[cattle]], turned into a living war machine, charged towards them.<ref name="FotG Ch19"/> | |||
The following morning, Gorm and his men followed Stybjörn once again, ready for the ensuing battle. When the Jomsvikings appeared on the horizon, the Svear clans formed a formidable front, and the battle commenced. After hours of bloodshed, Stybjörn was challenged and defeated in single combat. King Eric then sacrificed the Jomsvikings to Odin, and each man fought to the last until all of the Jomsvikings present were dead.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods]]'' – Chapter 22</ref> | After being saved from the stampeding cattle by Stybjörn, Gorm saw Eric's army approaching. Gorm and his Jomsvikings stood their ground in a fierce battle, successfully holding their shield walls until evening fell and Eric's army withdrew. Gorm, once doubtful, now swore allegiance to Stybjörn, acknowledging his strong leadership and feats in the face of adversity.<ref name="FotG Ch19"/> | ||
The following morning, Gorm and his men followed Stybjörn once again, ready for the ensuing battle. When the Jomsvikings appeared on the horizon, the Svear clans formed a formidable front, and the battle commenced. After hours of bloodshed, Stybjörn was challenged and defeated in single combat. King Eric then sacrificed the Jomsvikings to [[Odin]], and each man fought to the last until all of the Jomsvikings present, including Gorm, were dead.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods]]'' – Chapter 22</ref> | |||
==Appearances== | ==Appearances== | ||
Latest revision as of 16:21, 5 June 2025
Gorm (died c. 985) was a Jomsviking who followed Palnatoke and later Styrbjörn the Strong after the former's death. He fought during the Battle of Fýrisvellir against Styrbjörn's uncle Eric the Victorious.
Biography[edit | edit source]
Circa 985, Gorm was present at Palnatoke's side while encamped on the shore of the Mälaren. Having only recently sided with Styrbjörn, claimant to the Swedish throne, Gorm was opposed to the prince's decision to burn their own fleet and revealed that many fellow Jomsvikings were similarly doubtful of their allegiance to Styrbjörn. When confronted by the prince, Gorm refuted that his loyalty was to Palnatoke, not Styrbjörn. The argument eventually died out, and Styrbjörn dismissed Gorm's opinions as he witnessed the arrival of the shieldmaiden Thyra Haraldsdottir.[1]
Sometime later, after an encounter that left his commander Palnatoke dead, Gorm commented on Styrbjörn's recently acquired ornate dagger said to be a holy relic from the recently retreated Harald Bluetooth, insisting that he destroy or discard it. Gorm was then harshly reprimanded by Styrbjörn but pushed back alongside the other Jomsvikings, all of whom were unwilling to continue fighting for the prince. They talked of honor and fighting for what Palnatoke had stood for. After hearing strong words from Thyra, now Styrbjörn's betrothed, they came to an agreement; Gorm and the Jomsvikings would maintain their alliance with Styrbjörn but would not fight for him, only for vengeance.[2]
Shortly after, Gorm and his men stood within sight of the Fyrisfield, where Gorm found it strange that King Eric had not come to meet the attackers and had instead holed up further into Uppsala. Before entering the plain, the Jomsvikings, led by Stybjörn, formed ranks and marched forth in a wedge formation, beating their shields like drums. As they approached, a massive herd of cattle, turned into a living war machine, charged towards them.[2]
After being saved from the stampeding cattle by Stybjörn, Gorm saw Eric's army approaching. Gorm and his Jomsvikings stood their ground in a fierce battle, successfully holding their shield walls until evening fell and Eric's army withdrew. Gorm, once doubtful, now swore allegiance to Stybjörn, acknowledging his strong leadership and feats in the face of adversity.[2]
The following morning, Gorm and his men followed Stybjörn once again, ready for the ensuing battle. When the Jomsvikings appeared on the horizon, the Svear clans formed a formidable front, and the battle commenced. After hours of bloodshed, Stybjörn was challenged and defeated in single combat. King Eric then sacrificed the Jomsvikings to Odin, and each man fought to the last until all of the Jomsvikings present, including Gorm, were dead.[3]
Appearances[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods – Chapter 16
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods – Chapter 19
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Last Descendants – Fate of the Gods – Chapter 22