Pantheon

These are the prevalent Gods that will be mentioned (or widely known about) within the setting. For convenience, DM Will list off and give brief descriptions of each god.

Note that these deities may be slightly changed or skewed off from their traditional lore in many cases for the sake of making a fresh story. There are also a few deities that are unmentioned; those deities are still within the lore, but aren't mentioned due to being either too obscure/unimportant.

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Aesir: The Aesir are the primary gods worshiped by the Varangians.

Odin: Often called the 'Allfather', Odin is seen as the leading patriarch of the Aesir. Odin is perhaps most renown for his endless quest for knowledge, and has made many sacrifices to acquire wisdom. The wells of Mimir required his eye, and he became the first to learn the runic alphabet by hanging himself from Yggdrasil, imparting this knowledge to the Varangians.

Odin's primary associations are wisdom, knowledge, and sorcery.

He is described as a one-eyed, cloaked man with a broad hat and long, white beard. He wields a spear called Gungnir.

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Loki: Loki is a bit of a wildcard, either aiding the gods or stirring up trouble. Though not technically born among the Aesir, he is accepted as a fellow Aesir among his peers. Loki is an enigmatic entity known for his capabilities as a shapeshifter, coming in a variety of different forms. Recently, he gave birth to Hel, who was appointed to a small part of Niflheim as the ruler of the underworld.

Loki is associated with mischief, magic, and cunning.

Loki is often described as a dark haired man dressed in motley.
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Frigg: Odin's wife. Frigg is most famous for her skills as an exceptional oracle and seer. She is the one that foretold Ragnarok, and it's thanks to her that the gods are preparing for the ends of days. She is a wise and powerful deity, capable of a magic known as Seidr, which is said to be capable of altering the fate of man.

Frigg is associated with foresight, forethought, and instincts.

Frigg is typically described as a middle-aged woman with long, red hair.

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Thor: The son of Odin, and the mighty god of thunder. Thor is the divine protector of mankind, and is renown for his incredible strength. Thor is said to be so strong that thunder comes from him whenever he strikes an unfortunate giant with his hammer, Mjollnir. He guards over both the Aesir and Humanity.

Thor is associated with strength, thunder, and lightning.

Thor is described as a burly, red haired man with a thick beard. He's often seen wielding his hammer, Mjollnir, which weighs so heavy that only he can wield it.


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Tyr: Tyr is a widely venerated God and often seen as one of the most important members of the pantheon.  Tyr is one of the many sons of Odin and is renown for his courage and valor, and is often thought of as a great war general. Soldiers often call upon him for strength and assistance in battle.

Tyr is associated with justice, war, and law.

Tyr is depicted as a helmed soldier wielding a sword.

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Baldr: Beloved and adored, Baldr is a deity that spreads benevolence and peace wherever he walks, making him among the most beloved deities within the pantheon. He is an excellent diplomat.

Baldr is associated with beauty, diplomacy, and peace.

Baldr is generally described as a handsome man with blonde, neatly groomed hair. He's often depicting wielding a sword and shield.


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Bragi: Any tale or story is known by Bragi, the god of poetry. Bragi is the bard of Valhalla, and there are frequent tales of him regaling the halls of the slain with his countless stories and tales.

Bragi is associated with bards, skalds, poetry, and storytelling.

Bragi is depicted as a bearded man, typically playing a harp.

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Vithar: Vithar is a mighty god, and the son of Odin. Though his exploits haven't quite claimed as much glory as his brothers, he's most renown for being foretold to avenge his father during Ragnarok, slaying the killer of Odin.

Vithar is associated with vengeance.

Vithar is depicted as a long haired man wielding a sword in one hand, typically bare chested.

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Forseti: The son of Baldr, Forseti lives within Glitnir, a massive hall constructed entirely out of glimmering gold and silver. It is there, that all great disputes are taken over to be settled by him. To this day, all disputes that enter have left his hall reconciled.

Forseti is associated with lawspeakers, justice, and diplomacy.


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Heimdall: Ever vigilant, Heimdall sits atop a a dwelling placed at the peak of the Bifrost. Heimdall is a guardian over Asgard, and carries a mighty horn called Gjallarhorn. Once Ragnarok occurs, Heimdall intends to sound the horn so loudly that all nine worlds may hear the impending threat.

Heimdall is associated with protection and vigilance.

Heimdall is described as a blonde haired man carrying a large horn.

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Hermod: Hermod is the messenger of the gods, and is sent to carry their will from one place or the other. Though many of the gods typically choose to interact more directly. Hermod is also a talented horseman, and is associated with cavalry.

Hermod is associated with horsemanship, quickness, and messaging.

Hermod is described as a man wielding a sword, always mounted atop a horse.

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Idun: Idun is an important goddess, in the fact that she provides the Aesir to their secret of living forever: She keeps magical golden apples, which keeps the gods living forever. Idunn grants eternal youth to those that eat her apples, which allows the slain to live forever in Asgard.

Idun is associated with apples and longevity.

Idun is described as a woman with blonde hair in two long braids, typically carrying a clutch of golden apples.

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Skadi: Though not actually a true 'Aesir', Skadi is a giantess that lives in high mountains. Skadi became accepted as an Aesir when the god Njord took her hand in an ill-fated marriage. She is an exceptional huntress, and Varangians often pray to her for luck and fortune to make it through the winter.

Skadi is associated with hunting, bowmanship, and winter.

Skadi is depicted as a woman in skiis and snowshoes, and often carries around a bow or throwing spear.

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Vanir: The Vanir are gods associated with wisdom and fertility, and while they aren't quite as prominent as the Aesir, they're still venerated. They fought in a war with the Aesir, but the two sides have recently settled their disputes by sending two hostages to live with either side.


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Freya: Freya: Half those that die to battle get the honour of being taken to Valhalla, while the other half are given the opportunity to enter Freyas hall, Folkvangr. Freya is a bit infamous for her fondness of material possessions and love, and is seen as a bit of a 'party girl' among the gods. Regardless, her beauty is unparalleled, and countless Jotun have sought her hand in marriage.

Freya is associated with love, beauty, and fertility.

Freya is depicted as a beautiful woman, often accompanied by Hildisvini, her boar.

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Njord: One of the Vanir or fertility gods, Njord chose to live with the Aesir when the two factions made peace. He's a god of the sea, and the Varangians often pray to him for a safe passage through the sea.

Njordi s associated with the ocean.

Njord is depicted as a man with a wild mane of hair, dressed in a scaled vest.


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Freyr: Freyr is a very widely respected god and the brother of Freya. Many give great respect to him, as it's said that his benevolence grants them prosperity and wealth. Sacrifices are often made in order to promise a decent harvest; boars in particular are favored by him.

Freyr is associated with fertility, wealth, and prosperity.

Freyr is depicted as a long haired, handsome man wielding a magical sword, and is also sometimes depicted as riding his swine, Gullinbursti.