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| '''Wedding Horns''' was a virtual representation of one of [[Eivor Varinsdottir]]'s [[Genetic memory|genetic memories]], relived by [[Layla Hassan]] through the [[Animus|Portable Animus HR-8.5]]. | | '''Wedding Horns''' was a virtual representation of one of [[Eivor Varinsdottir]]'s [[Genetic memory|genetic memories]], relived by [[Layla Hassan]] through the [[Animus|Portable Animus HR-8.5]]. |
| | ==Description== |
| | Eivor attended Oswald and Valdis's wedding in Elmenham. |
| ==Dialogue== | | ==Dialogue== |
| Eivor rode from [[Burgh Castle]] to [[North Elmham|Elmenham]]. | | With Rued defeated, Eivor traveled from [[Burgh Castle]] to [[North Elmham|Elmenham]]. When she arrived, she found the fences and posts covered in flowers and the townspeople in high spirits. |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''Wedding preparation's in full bloom.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Wedding preparation's in full bloom.'' |
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Of all the battles a man can fight, the war against himself is the hardest to win.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Of all the battles a man can fight, the war against himself is the hardest to win.'' |
| </tabber> | | </tabber> |
| Oswald nodded, before entering the church as Eivor followed. Inside, [[Finnr]] and [[Wynnstan]], {{Wiki|Reeve (England)|reeve}} of [[Thetford|Theotford]], stood at the altar with Oswald. Finnr clasped Oswald's arm in solidarity as Eivor leaned on a column in the shadows. [[Valdis]] entered the chapel flanked by [[Broder]] and [[Brothir]]. She briefly glanced at Eivor, who nodded, before proceeding down the {{Wiki|nave}} to Oswald's side. Finnr offered a cup of red paint to the couple, and they marked each others' foreheads then placed a ring on their partners' left ring finger. | | Oswald nodded, before entering the church as Eivor followed. Inside, [[Finnr]] and [[Wynnstan]], {{Wiki|Reeve (England)|reeve}} of [[Thetford|Theotford]], stood at the altar with Oswald. Finnr clasped Oswald's arm in solidarity as Eivor leaned on a column in the shadows. [[Valdis]] entered the chapel flanked by [[Broder]] and [[Brothir]]. She briefly glanced at Eivor, who nodded, before proceeding down the {{Wiki|nave}} to Oswald's side. Finnr offered a cup of red paint to the couple, and they marked each others' foreheads then placed a ring on their partner's left ring finger. |
| *'''Finnr:''' ''I hereby name you man and wife. And as man and wife, I name you...'' | | *'''Finnr:''' ''I hereby name you man and wife. And as man and wife, I name you...'' |
| Finnr turned to Wynnstan and took the crown he offered, placing it on Oswald's head. | | Finnr turned to Wynnstan and took the crown he offered, placing it on Oswald's head. |
| *'''Finnr:''' ''Oswald of Elmenham, first of his name, the rightful king of East Anglia... with his Lady Valdis, soul, [[fist]], and beauty of this land.'' | | *'''Finnr:''' ''Oswald of Elmenham, first of his name, the rightful king of East Anglia... with his Lady Valdis, soul, [[fist]], and beauty of this land.'' |
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| Bells rang as the congregation cheered. Eivor nodded again and peeled herself off the column and made for the door. Exiting the church, she turned a corner to see the back lot readied for a party. Finnr walked up behind. | | Bells rang as the congregation cheered. Eivor nodded again and peeled herself off the column and made for the door. Exiting the church, she turned a corner to see the side lot readied for a party. Finnr walked up behind. |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''You've done it, steward. A king now sits on the throne of East Anglia.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''You've done it, steward. A king now sits on the throne of East Anglia.'' |
| *'''Finnr:''' ''Don't leave yourself out of this song. We did it together.'' | | *'''Finnr:''' ''Don't leave yourself out of this song. We did it together.'' |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''Back to your dreams, then. Of fire and [[Helheim]].'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Back to your dreams, then. Of fire and [[Helheim]].'' |
| *'''Finnr:''' ''I lost my way some time ago. Hard to say when. I don't want to be here. I never did. This was [[Halfdan Ragnarsson|Halfdan]]'s dream. He ordered me to see it through. In my dreams, I'm sailing, remember? Wind in my beard, salt on my lips. I want that life again. Whether or not I find it, only time will tell. Until then, let us feast, drink, and forget our pain!'' | | *'''Finnr:''' ''I lost my way some time ago. Hard to say when. I don't want to be here. I never did. This was [[Halfdan Ragnarsson|Halfdan]]'s dream. He ordered me to see it through. In my dreams, I'm sailing, remember? Wind in my beard, salt on my lips. I want that life again. Whether or not I find it, only time will tell. Until then, let us feast, drink, and forget our pain!'' |
| | Finnr walked off. Behind her, Eivor could hear some of the party-goers talking. |
| | <tabber> |
| | |-|If Rued was killed= |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 2:''' ''A Dane? Leading a Saxon army?'' |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 3:''' ''Better than her brothers too. She charged into battle without fear.'' |
| | |-|If Rued was spared= |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 2:''' ''She stormed Burgh Castle, brought [[Rued]] to his knees. And let Oswald hold him for trial?'' |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 3:''' ''I could hardly believe my ears either.'' |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 4:''' ''It was Oswald's wishes.'' |
| | </tabber> |
| | Brothir called out to Eivor from under a nearby pavilion. |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Eivor, care for a challenge?'' |
| | Eivor spoke to Brothir. |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Eivor! Wolf-Kissed! Gaze upon my pots. They stand so strong! Unbreakable at this distance, no?'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''They are not, Brothir. My arrows shatter whatever targets they strike.'' |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Even after draining so much mead? Succeed and you shall be rewarded!'' |
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| | <tabber> |
| | |-|I will show you.= |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Keep your eyes open long enough to witness this, you drunken lout.'' |
| | Eivor downed a mug of ale and began loosing arrows at all the pots, breaking them. |
| | {{#tag:tabber|Eivor won.= |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Yes! That's it! As with everything, an easy task for the Wolf-Kissed.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Barely a challenge.'' |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Impressive! Impressive! Here, as promised. Now go enjoy the party.'' |
| | {{!}}-{{!}} |
| | Eivor lost.= |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Time's up! You've been bested at last.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''A waste of my time.'' |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Mead and pots confound the Wolf-Kissed! When they write your saga, I'll remind them of this embarrassment.'' |
| | Eivor groaned. |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''This is beneath me, Brothir.'' |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''And you're no fun! It took so long to set those pots up, and I... Ooh... ale.'' |
| | }} |
| | |-| |
| | Maybe later.= |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Maybe later, Brothir.'' |
| | Brothir shook his head. |
| | *'''Brothir:''' (blows a raspberry) |
| | Eivor returned later and spoke to him again. |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Eivor!'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Still waiting for me to break your pots?'' |
| | *'''Brothir:''' ''Yes! No one else will entertain me. Come on! Do it!'' |
| | </tabber> |
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| Eivor re-entered the church. | | Eivor re-entered the church. |
| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 2:''' ''[TBA] (something about "pretty decorations"?)'' | | *'''Anglo-Saxon Man 1:''' ''I've never seen this church look so beautiful.'' |
| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 3:''' ''[TBA] (something about "Oswald picking them"?)'' | | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 5:''' ''Oswald designed it himself. Handpicked all the decorations here.'' |
| Eivor found a note behind the altar. | | Eivor found a note behind the altar. |
| ::'''Unfinished Verses''' | | ::'''Unfinished Verses''' |
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| ::''Valdis, you are the sole captor of my soul, my burning ember, the igneous—'' | | ::''Valdis, you are the sole captor of my soul, my burning ember, the igneous—'' |
| Eivor exited the church and grudgingly joined in the celebrations.
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 4:''' [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/skål Skal]''? Is that what you say?'' | | Returning to the main party beside the church, Eivor approached Oswald and Valdis at the stage. |
| *'''[[Norway|Norse]] Woman:''' ''Yes, to celebrate.'' Skal''! Drink more!'' | | *'''Oswald:''' ''...so I told the Dane, "You get the wool while the Saxon gets his milk." They'll trade with each other, and when the time comes, we will make it into a good stew for everyone.'' |
| | *'''Valdis:''' ''You like [[sheep]]?'' |
| | *'''Oswald:''' ''I hate it, actually. When we make that stew, you can have my bowl.'' |
| | *'''Valdis:''' ''You think in such a strange way.'' |
| | Eivor spoke to Valdis. |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''What do you make of this [[Christianity|Christian]] ceremony?'' |
| | *'''Valdis:''' ''Finnr is no [[Scholar|priest]], but he did the job well enough. And as far as wedding ceremonies go, I intend this one to be my last.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Oswald is a good man.'' |
| | *'''Valdis:''' ''He is. If not for you, I would have lost him. Thank you, Eivor.'' |
| | Eivor spoke to Oswald. |
| | *'''Oswald:''' ''Eivor! The festivities have only just begun. Enjoy yourself.'' |
| | As she passed, Eivor heard some of the nearby dancers speaking |
| | *'''Norse Man:''' ''Behold! How light-footed I am!'' |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Man 2:''' ''You're as light-footed as a [[bear]] in a birch tree!'' |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Man 3:''' ''These are the moves of Elmenham!'' |
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| Eivor walked by Broder standing near the ale caskets. | | Eivor walked by Broder standing near the ale caskets. |
| *'''Broder:''' Skal, ''Eivor! Let's have a drink!'' | | *'''Broder:''' Skal, ''Eivor! Let's have a drink!'' |
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| I will take you on.= | | |-|I will take you on.= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''I will drink you under the table.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''I will drink you under the table.'' |
| *'''Broder:''' ''Confident are you? Let us see how you fair against the Ale Beast of East Anglia. And we'll make it interesting. Put your [[silver]] where your mouth is. What say you?'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''Confident are you? Let us see how you fair against the Ale Beast of East Anglia. And we'll make it interesting. Put your [[silver]] where your mouth is. What say you?'' |
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| {{!}}-{{!}} | | {{!}}-{{!}} |
| Not now.= | | Not now.= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''TBA.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''I could use a drink and shame you all at once, Broder. But not right now.'' |
| | Broder waved her away. She returned later and spoke to him again. |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Eivor! Drink, come drink!'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Still here, drunkard?'' |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Waiting for you! Come now, accept my challenge.'' |
| }} | | }} |
| Eivor entered the drinking contest and downed a horn of ale before Broder finished his.
| | |-|Not now.= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''You're a bit green, friend...'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''I could use a drink and shame you all at once, Broder. But not right now.'' |
| Eivor downed a second horn of ale before Broder.
| | Broder waved her away. She returned later and spoke to him again. |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''So slow.'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''Eivor! Drink, come drink!'' |
| Eivor won the competition. | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Still here, drunkard?'' |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''Ha! I'm still thirsty!'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''Waiting for you! Come now, accept my challenge.'' |
| Eivor talked to Broder after the match. | | </tabber> |
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| | A crowd gathered to cheer as Eivor and Broder downed their horns of ale. |
| | <tabber> |
| | |-|Eivor won.= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''The ale here... it's strong. But I am stronger.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''The ale here... it's strong. But I am stronger.'' |
| | Eivor cackled. |
| *'''Broder:''' ''Aye, stronger than me. You drink as well as Valdis. Now that I would pay to see!'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''Aye, stronger than me. You drink as well as Valdis. Now that I would pay to see!'' |
| (If Eivor had gambled on the match, the following scene will play out.) | | (If Eivor gambled on the match, the following scene will play out.) |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''Speaking of payment, where is my silver?'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Speaking of payment, where is my silver?'' |
| *'''Broder:''' ''Here. Well earned, Wolf-Kissed.'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''Here. Well earned, Wolf-Kissed.'' |
| Broder paid Eivor the agreed bet and walked away. | | Broder paid Eivor the agreed bet and walked away. |
| |-| | | |-|Eivor lost.= |
| Not now.=
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''I'll (hic) get you next time.'' |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA].'' | | Eivor talked to Broder after the match, slurring her words. |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''This ale is strong, Broder.'' |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Hah, but I am stronger! Better luck next time, Wolf-Kissed.'' |
| | (If Eivor gambled on the match:) |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Now, you owe me some silver.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Fine, take it.'' |
| | Eivor paid the bet and Broder walked away. |
| </tabber> | | </tabber> |
| Eivor left the ale caskets and came to a feast table set with apples, bread, and a roast [[wild boar]]. Eivor frowned before turning as a tipsy Broder walked up behind them. | | |
| | Eivor left the ale caskets. |
| | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 6:''' [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/skål Skal]''? Is that what you say?'' |
| | *'''[[Norway|Norse]] Woman 1:''' ''Yes, to celebrate.'' Skal''! Drink more!'' |
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| | Near the steps to the side of the church, Eivor heard someone call out. |
| | *'''Norse Woman 2:''' ''Look there, Finnr on the roof!'' |
| | *'''Norse Man 2:''' ''The road to Valhalla does not run that way, Finnr!'' |
| | *'''Norse Woman 2:''' ''He's been up there a while.'' |
| | As she drew near, a drunk Finnr called down to Eivor from a ledge near the church roof. |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''Eivor, Eivor. Some sweet wine for a sweet [[Pig|swine]]. Come join me!'' |
| | Eivor [[Freerunning|climbed]] up the church and met with Finnr. |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''The [[Jesus of Nazareth|Saxon god]] wanders somewhere up here, does he not? I haven't seen him.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''They like to say he moves with mystery.'' |
| | Finnr gave a doubtful glance, then motioned to the [[sun]] as Eivor stared confused. |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''Look, the moon! It moves untroubled now. But [[Ragnarök|one day]], it will be eaten by a [[Fenrir|giant wolf]], and the nights will be black forevermore.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Are you all right?'' |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''I tasted glory once again! And it was good.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''I'm glad to hear it. Now—'' |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''I always felt like {{Wiki|Sköll}} or {{Wiki|Hati Hróðvitnisson|Hati}}, chasing and trying to fulfill Halfdan's wishes. But now I've caught my Sun and Moon... I've got them and I... I don't know.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''You can let them go. Sail to a further shore.'' |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''My [[longship]]'s in [[Valhalla (afterlife)|Valhalla]]! Or don't you remember, Fire-Starter?'' |
| | Finnr collapsed. Exasperated, Eivor rolled their eyes. |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Come on. Let's get you to solid ground.'' |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''Hm! Everything's spinny.'' |
| | Eivor picked up Finnr. |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''You're very stong.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Y-you're very large.'' |
| | Eivor climbed down the church and deposited Finnr on the ground. |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''Sorry for this, Eivor. I've had one last glory, I should be happy. I am happy. Thank you.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''It need not be the last.'' |
| | *'''Finnr:''' ''Not the last...'' |
| | Finnr waved her off and fell asleep. Leaving him there, Eivor came to a feast table set with apples, bread, and a roast [[wild boar]]. Eivor frowned before turning as a tipsy Broder walked up behind her. |
| *'''Broder:''' ''The boar represents fertility. Did you know that?'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''The boar represents fertility. Did you know that?'' |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''As does [[Freyr]] What's your point?'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''As does [[Freyr]] What's your point?'' |
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| *'''Broder:''' ''That I do. Will you follow me? To a place more comfortable? | | *'''Broder:''' ''That I do. Will you follow me? To a place more comfortable? |
| {{#tag:tabber|Yes, let us go.= | | {{#tag:tabber|Yes, let us go.= |
| | Eivor stepped in close. |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''A good plough-sword is a rare thing. Lead the way.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''A good plough-sword is a rare thing. Lead the way.'' |
| Broder lead Eivor down some steps beside the table to a short jetty. Eivor moved to kiss Broder, before pushing him against the stone wall. The scene faded as they passionately kissed. | | Broder looked shocked for a moment before leading Eivor down some steps beside the table to a short jetty. Eivor moved to kiss Broder, before grabbing him by the neck and pushing him against the stone wall. The scene faded as they passionately kissed. |
| *'''Broder:''' ''Gods...'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''Gods...'' |
| The scene resumed as Eivor brushed off the arm of her cloak. | | The scene resumed as Eivor brushed off the arm of her cloak. |
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| {{!}}-{{!}} | | {{!}}-{{!}} |
| No.= | | No.= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA.]'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Sorry, friend. I am hear for mead and merriment. Nothing else.'' |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Wait, did you hear... Did my brother just call me? I think he... You know, I should go. Brothir?'' |
| }} | | }} |
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| I am not interested.= | | I am not interested.= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA.]'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Sheath your plow-sword, Broder. I'm not interested.'' |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Ah, you thought... No no, I wasn't serious. Come on now, drink and be merry!'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Well ahead of you, friend.'' |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Wait, did you hear... Did my brother just call me? I think he... You know, I should go. Brothir?'' |
| |-| | | |-| |
| Have another mead, friend.= | | Have another mead, friend.= |
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| *'''Broder:''' ''Wait, did you hear... Did my brother just call me? I think he... You know, I should go. Brothir?'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''Wait, did you hear... Did my brother just call me? I think he... You know, I should go. Brothir?'' |
| </tabber> | | </tabber> |
| *'''Norse Man:''' ''Behold! How light-footed I am!''
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Man 1:''' ''You're as light-footed as a [[bear]] in a birch tree!''
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Man 2:''' ''These are the moves of Elmenham!''
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| Eivor returned to the church's doors and saw more festivities there.
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 5:''' ''A Dane? Leading a Saxon army?''
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| If Rued was killed=
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| *'''TBA'''
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| If Rued was spared=
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 6:''' ''She stormed Burgh Castle, brought [[Rued]] to his knees. And let Oswald hold him for trial?''
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 5:''' ''I could hardly believe my ears either.''
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 6:''' ''It was Oswald's wishes.''
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| </tabber>
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| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 7(?):''' ''Better than her brothers too. She charged into battle without fear.''
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| Eivor spotted Brothir standing under a nearby pavilion.
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| *'''Brothir:''' ''Eivor, care for a challenge?''
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| Eivor spoke to Brothir.
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| *'''Brothir:''' ''Eivor! Wolf-Kissed! Gaze upon my pots. They stand so strong! Unbreakable at this distance, no?''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''They are not, Brothir. My arrows shatter whatever targets they strike.''
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| *'''Brothir:''' ''Even after draining so much mead? Succeed and you shall be rewarded!''
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| I will show you.=
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Keep your eyes open long enough to witness this, you drunken lout.''
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| Eivor downed a mug of ale and began loosing arrows at all the pots, breaking them.
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| *'''Brothir:''' ''Yes! That's it! As with everything, an easy task for the Wolf-Kissed.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Barely a challenge.''
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| *'''Brothir:''' ''Impressive! Impressive! Here, as promised. Now go enjoy the party.''
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| Maybe later.=
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA.]''
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| </tabber>
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| Returning to the main party beside the church, Eivor approached Oswald and Valdis at the stage.
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| *'''Oswald:''' ''...so I told the Dane, "You get the wool while the Saxon gets his milk." They'll trade with each other, and when the time comes, we will make it into a good stew for everyone.''
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| *'''Valdis:''' ''You like [[sheep]]?''
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| *'''Oswald:''' ''I hate it, actually. When we make that stew, you can have my bowl.''
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| *'''Valdis:''' ''You think in such a strange way.''
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| Eivor spoke to Valdis.
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''What do you make of this [[Christianity|Christian]] ceremony?''
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| *'''Valdis:''' ''Finnr is no [[Scholar|priest]], but he did the job well enough. And as far as wedding ceremonies go, I intend this one to be my last.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Oswald is a good man.''
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| *'''Valdis:''' ''He is. If not for you, I would have lost him. Thank you, Eivor.''
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| Eivor spoke to Oswald.
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| *'''Oswald:''' ''Eivor! The festivities have only just begun. Enjoy yourself.''
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| A drunk Finnr called down to Eivor from a ledge near the church roof.
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''Eivor, Eivor. Some sweet wine for a sweet [[Pig|swine]]. Come join me!''
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| Eivor [[Freerunning|climbed]] up the church and met with Finnr.
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''The [[Jesus of Nazareth|Saxon god]] wanders somewhere up here, does he not? I haven't seen him.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''They like to say he moves with mystery.''
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| Finnr gave a doubtful glance, then motioned to the [[sun]] as Eivor stared confused.
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''Look, the moon! It moves untroubled now. But [[Ragnarök|one day]], it will be eaten by a [[Fenrir|giant wolf]], and the nights will be black forevermore.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Are you all right?''
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''I tasted glory once again! And it was good.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''I'm glad to hear it. Now—''
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''I always felt like {{Wiki|Sköll}} or {{Wiki|Hati Hróðvitnisson|Hati}}, chasing and trying to fulfill Halfdan's wishes. But now I've caught my Sun and Moon... I've got them and I... I don't know.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''You can let them go. Sail to a further shore.''
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''My [[longship]]'s in [[Valhalla (afterlife)|Valhalla]]! Or don't you remember, Fire-Starter?''
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| Finnr collapsed. Exasperated, Eivor rolled their eyes.
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Come on. Let's get you to solid ground.''
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''Hm! Everything's spinny.''
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| Eivor picked up Finnr.
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''You're very stong.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Y-you're very large.''
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| Eivor climbed down the church and deposited Finnr on the ground.
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''Sorry for this, Eivor. I've had one last glory, I should be happy. I am happy. Thank you.''
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''It need not be the last.''
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| *'''Finnr:''' ''Not the last...''
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| Finnr fell asleep.
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''Enough fun and games. I should see how Oswald is doing.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Enough fun and games. I should see how Oswald is doing.'' |
| Eivor returned to Oswald and Valdis at the stage. | | Eivor returned to Oswald and Valdis at the stage. |
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| I am not done celebrating.= | | I am not done celebrating.= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA.]'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''I'm not yet finished celebrating. I'll come find you when I'm done.'' |
| | *'''Oswald:''' ''Take your time. It can wait.'' |
| | Eivor returned later and spoke to Oswald again. |
| </tabber> | | </tabber> |
| Oswald and Valdis took the stage as the crowd gathered around. | | Oswald and Valdis took the stage as the crowd gathered around. |
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| If Rued was killed at Burgh Castle= | | |-|If Rued was killed at Burgh Castle= |
| *'''Finnr:''' ''Okay, everyone, the bridal race starts now. Remember, you all have to lose to the bride and groom!'' | | *'''Finnr:''' ''Okay, everyone, the bridal race starts now. Remember, you all have to lose to the bride and groom!'' |
| Eivor and the attendees raced to the longhouse. | | Eivor and the attendees raced to the longhouse. |
| *'''Brothir:''' ''Quick, brother!'' | | *'''Brothir:''' ''Quick, brother!'' |
| *'''Broder:''' ''We can't lose to Oswald!'' | | *'''Broder:''' ''We can't lose to Oswald!'' |
| Eivor arrived at the longhouse behind all the other participants. | | Eivor arrived at the longhouse behind all the other participants. Out of breath, Brothir laughed at her. |
| *'''Brothir:''' ''You lost!'' | | *'''Brothir:''' ''You lost!'' |
| Eivor bowed, accepting her defeat. Later, she sat alone, watching the party until Oswald stepped before her. | | Eivor bowed, accepting her defeat. Later, she sat alone, watching the party until Oswald stepped before her. |
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''It won't be easy putting the pieces of East Anglia back together. But you won't be alone. Saxon and Dane have banded together in your name. You're the right man for the throne, and they'll be with you.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''It won't be easy putting the pieces of East Anglia back together. But you won't be alone. Saxon and Dane have banded together in your name. You're the right man for the throne, and they'll be with you.'' |
| Oswald turned to see Valdis talking to Broder and Brothir. She noticed him and nodded before resuming her conversation. | | Oswald turned to see Valdis talking to Broder and Brothir. She noticed him and nodded before resuming her conversation. |
| *'''Oswald:''' ''Thank you, Eivor. I don't know what to say. | | *'''Oswald:''' ''Thank you, Eivor. I don't know what to say.'' |
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| | My settlement's safety is my priority.= |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Everything I've done here was for my clan. Their safety is my night's good rest. You know that feeling, I'm sure.'' |
| | *'''Oswald:''' ''I do.'' |
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| | East Anglia deserved a good leader.= |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''East Anglia needed a leader. I simply helped put the right one on the throne.'' |
| | }} |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''When we met, I spoke of an alliance. Will you hold to the oath you made?'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''When we met, I spoke of an alliance. Will you hold to the oath you made?'' |
| *'''Oswald:''' ''I will. Consider East Anglia a friend of the Raven Clan.'' | | *'''Oswald:''' ''I will. Consider East Anglia a friend of the Raven Clan.'' |
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| *'''Oswald:''' ''Goodbye, friend.'' | | *'''Oswald:''' ''Goodbye, friend.'' |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''Until next time, great king.'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Until next time, great king.'' |
| Eivor bowed and took their leave. | | Eivor bowed and took her leave. |
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| My settlement's safety is my priority.=
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA.]''
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| East Anglia deserved a good leader.=
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| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA.]''
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| If Rued was spared= | | If Rued was spared= |
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| If not romanced= | | If not romanced= |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''[TBA.]'' | | *'''Eivor:''' ''Broder, look after Oswald, will you?'' |
| | *'''Broder:''' ''Aye, he is family now. And I could not be more proud of him. We have you to thank for that.'' |
| | *'''Eivor:''' ''Take care.'' |
| }} | | }} |
| Before leaving, Eivor spoke to Broder once more. | | Before leaving, Eivor spoke to Broder once more. |
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| </tabber> | | </tabber> |
| As they left Elmenham, Eivor saw an elderly woman and her son also leaving the party. | | As she left Elmenham, Eivor saw an elderly woman and her son also leaving the party. |
| *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 8:''' ''It's good that Oswald married a Dane. I'm tired of fighting.'' | | *'''Anglo-Saxon Woman 7:''' ''It's good that Oswald married a Dane. I'm tired of fighting.'' |
| *'''Anglo-Saxon Man 3:''' ''I know, Mother. Maybe peace is the way of things now.'' | | *'''Anglo-Saxon Man 4:''' ''I know, Mother. Maybe peace is the way of things now.'' |
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| ==Outcome== | | ==Outcome== |
| Eivor joined the wedding guests in celebrating the marriage of Oswald and Valdis. | | Eivor joined the wedding guests in celebrating the marriage of Oswald and Valdis. |
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| | ==Trivia== |
| | *If Eivor romanced Broder and then called him by the wrong name, he complains about how wonderful everyone thinks his brother is and how it's always "Brothir, Brothir, Brothir." This is a reference to a scene from the show {{wiki|The Brady Bunch}} in which Jan complains about her sister and everything is always "Marcia, Marcia, Marcia." |
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| ==References== | | ==References== |