Post by Livia on Dec 29, 2011 11:33:27 GMT -5
The Valkyrie has been a part of the New Olympian – Pantheon Role-play ever since its creation. While a large part of the role-play here centers on Greco-Roman Mythology, a large influence of the Norse Mythology has existed as well. Some examples include, Thor god of thunder and former King-Lord of New Olympus and Pantheon, Odin the all Father, Valkyrie, and Beta Ray Bill (Thor’s Brother from the Comics). In addition to this, Loki has made several appearances as well. On the TV Series Hercules, in which the room is partly based on, Thor and other notable characters appeared on the show. On Xena Warrior Princess (of which the room is partly based on), Odin and the Valkyrie appeared in over 5 shows. In fact, Xena herself at one point was a Valkyrie. So what is the point? The point is to not let the Title New Olympus fool you. New Olympus is a land that is vast and covers all the forgotten pantheons of the past.
What is a Valkyrie?
In Norse mythology, a valkyrie (from Old Norse valkyrja "chooser of the slain") is one of a host of female figures who decides who dies in battle. Selecting among half of those who die in battle (the other half go to the goddess Freyja's afterlife field ), the valkyries bring their chosen to the afterlife hall of the slain, Valhalla, ruled over by the god Odin. Valkyries also appear as lovers of heroes and other mortals, where they are sometimes described as the daughters of royalty, sometimes accompanied by ravens, and sometimes connected to swans or horses. In fact, Valkyrie Ride Winged Horses known as Aragorn. Their colors appear from white, to grey, to black.
In Role-Play terms for New Olympus, the Valkyrie will be seen training others in the Valkyrie Training Fields. They are fierce Warriors and users of magic. They are users of Clerical powers and limited Necromancy (As they often decides who lives and who dies in battle, especially their own). They have a Loyalty and an unwavering bond to the Lordess of the Valkyrie.
This system is forth-coming. I will begin to post their abilities in the coming weeks.
What is a Valkyrie?
In Norse mythology, a valkyrie (from Old Norse valkyrja "chooser of the slain") is one of a host of female figures who decides who dies in battle. Selecting among half of those who die in battle (the other half go to the goddess Freyja's afterlife field ), the valkyries bring their chosen to the afterlife hall of the slain, Valhalla, ruled over by the god Odin. Valkyries also appear as lovers of heroes and other mortals, where they are sometimes described as the daughters of royalty, sometimes accompanied by ravens, and sometimes connected to swans or horses. In fact, Valkyrie Ride Winged Horses known as Aragorn. Their colors appear from white, to grey, to black.
In Role-Play terms for New Olympus, the Valkyrie will be seen training others in the Valkyrie Training Fields. They are fierce Warriors and users of magic. They are users of Clerical powers and limited Necromancy (As they often decides who lives and who dies in battle, especially their own). They have a Loyalty and an unwavering bond to the Lordess of the Valkyrie.
This system is forth-coming. I will begin to post their abilities in the coming weeks.