Nordir

The Nordir or Nord as they are more widely known are a hearty, proud people, quick to anger but then quick to forgive. They are, by their nature, a race of optimists, keeping a positive outlook even though they have been driven from their homelands. A setback is seen as just another challenge to overcome. They respect those who can best them in a fight, so brawling is common. Drinking alcohol, often to excess, is also a large part of Nord culture. Being drunk and fighting is not an uncommon combination, for example, alemoots feature competitions of 'skill' which require the competitors to be very drunk to compete.
The Nord resemble large humans, they stand between 8 and 9 feet tall, and they are able to shift into a were-creature of one of the Spirits of the Wild. In their humanoid forms, their proportions are much broader and more heavily muscled than a typical human. Nord can also have long lives, living up to 120 and maintaining their good health and vitality for a long time, though very few die of old age.
Nordir culture is highly individualistic with a focus on personal success and glory—particularly when gained from the hunt or in a battle. They do not fear death as they believe the bold and strong can achieve immortality, but they do fear they will be weak and end up forgotten. As a result each Nordir seeks to prove themselves, to build their legend through feats of individual valor and great victories.
Every Nord hopes their legend will be told by the skaald and celebrated at a moot with story and song. Nords usually have a great sense of personal honour, for a Nortath without respect from others is already forgotten. For many, the focus on prestige means they're willing to accept any challenge which will prove their worth. They will never give up on their battle, quarry or friends, even if it means years spent tackling a strong enemy or difficult task. Nevertheless, to some the pursuit of prestige translates to bragging, bullying, unwise snap decisions, and an unwillingness to listen to reason.

Lifespan

100 years

Average Height

9 Feet

Average Weight

150Kg