Sven I Eiriksson Ruric, King of Norland
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Sven Eiriksson Ruric was selected as King by Kingsmoot after the abdication of his father, Eirik Thorsson Ruric, in 1551. He was succeeded by his son Thomas Ruric. During his father's reign, Sven pursued the life of a Bard, and spread word across Norland of the virtues of the arts, leading to further growth in his own rule. Late in his life, Sven was declared a Paragon of the Red Faith, specifically in relation to the arts, music, and celebrations.
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History
In 1556, Sven was declared to be in rebellion by his overlord, Emperor John II of Oren.
The end of Sven's reign was marked by the Sack of Seahelm, an event which culminated in the destruction of the Kingdom of Norland. Sven then abdicated from the title of 'King of Norlanders' in favour of his older brother Hakon Eiriksson Ruric, who had recently recovered from his injury.
Sven was ultimately killed in vjorhelm when a drake ripped him in half.
Appearance
Sven would typically wear the common armor of the Norlandic Army, forgoing any typical clothing that would denote his status as King of Norland to reinforce the idea that he was just a man like all those who served under his command, and that none were more equal or superior because of rank. Early into Sven's reign he would be struck by an Orenian assassins blade, causing him to become blinded in his right eye, from then on, Sven would be seen wearing a simple black eye patch. Sven typically wore his hear in a short mohawk, a traditional Norlandic warriors style.
Mentality
Sven was conisdered by most to be a jovial man, who saw to inspire joy and beauty in life with art and song. Sven would often throw large festivals for the people of Norland which would last for days.
Family
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Legacy
Most important, Sven is remembered as a Paragon of the Red Faith. Secondarily, he is recalled for his deeds as a Bard in life, both in terms of his skill and his appetite for food, drink, and women. Of course, Sven is remembered as one of the earliest Kings of Norland as well. Svensday, a Norlandic holiday is named after Sven, during svensday the people of Norland come together and celebrate as hard as they can, often parts of the city or deaths will occur, and Svensdays will be considered quite dull without them.
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