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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 19:50:26 GMT
Rikard nodded, reaching out to place a hand on her shoulder. "Tonight you'll be a Viking warrior." His smile was almost that of a proud parent; the same look had crossed his own father's face occasionally and they had been precious few moments.
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 19:52:48 GMT
Evalda glanced up, noting his smile. Briefly, his face changed into that of Erikur-- the proud way he smiled when she used to swing the battleaxe, enough to hack the head off of a training dummy. A small gasp catching in her throat, she flinched, stepping away from his touch. "Y-Yes. Thank you. I... ah... I have to go get one last thing, Cheif."
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 19:57:28 GMT
He frowned. "That's fine. I'll go and make sure everything is ready." He turned to approach the raised steps outside the council hall, locating Astra who was perched by the last torch to be lit, a smug smile on her face.
"Ismael found the ale," she explained as he reached her. "Nice try though."
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 19:58:52 GMT
Quickly, she hurried away, beads of sweat forming on her brow despite the chill in the air. What even happened to me back there?
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 20:04:21 GMT
He stood ready, hand at his sword as he observed the crowd of Vikings. Most of them aren't even aware that the Outsiders are here, he thought with a frown. They'll find out soon enough. Was I wise to keep it from them or not?
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 20:06:18 GMT
Evalda took a deep breath, slapping at her cheeks. Don't think about him. Think about the ceremony. This is your day, not your father's. Your moment, not anyone else's.
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 20:09:56 GMT
Rikard glanced around, wondering how long she would be. She looked terrified for a moment then. But so was I before my naming ceremony.
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 20:12:43 GMT
Evalda hurried out of her house, as fast as the thick fur boots on her feet would take her. IcandothisIcandothisIcandothisIcandothis
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 20:13:49 GMT
He relaxed slightly as he caught sight of her, making his way slowly to the top of the steps to address the Vikings.
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 20:17:11 GMT
Evalda's mother watched Rikard carefully, eyes narrowed. He'd better not mess this up for her.
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 20:24:07 GMT
Rikard cleared his throat and the crowd fell into complete silence. "Vikings of Berk. Tonight we celebrate the Naming of a new Viking Warrior, and welcome her as a full and valued member of the Tribe. Evalda, come forwards please."
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 20:33:53 GMT
Evalda stepped forward, a grin forming itself on her face. She could barely hold her excitement as she bowed at his feet.
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 21:05:23 GMT
"Vikings! Terrors of the Seas, Sons of Thor and most feared Masters of the Dragon! I feel humbled to present you with the most recent member of our Tribe," he looked down at her with a smile. "I give you Evalda the Steadfast."
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 21:10:39 GMT
Evalda the Steadfast stood, face glowing with pride. "Thank you," she whispered to Rikard. "Thank you."
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 21:15:36 GMT
"Is the name okay?" he murmured as the crowd took up the chant. "Because I can change it if you don't like it." He didn't want to admit that he had spent hours trying to come up with the right word - none could sum up her personality in its entirety after all. Fair and Beautiful seemed so shallow, and disregarding of what she had been through, whilst Fearless was frankly ridiculous. No man, or even woman, was completely fearless. He had thought over Loyal for a while, although it didn't seem to cover everything. Steadfast seemed to be the right balance of her qualities, and it had jumped out of the page at him as soon as he saw it.
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 21:17:12 GMT
She laughed. "Yeah, Cheif. It's perfect. I love it enough to make me feel like actually drinking."
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 21:25:52 GMT
He raised an eyebrow. "Perfect. Because the feast should be ready in a few minutes. You get to sit at the head of the table as well." He gestured towards the long table, which was sat in the open air. Usually it would be placed in the council hall, but since they were mid-Summer (a short and momentous time in Berk), Rikard had taken the liberty of having it set up outside.
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 21:27:46 GMT
She was brimming with excitement as she took off her helmet. "This is everything I ever dreamed it would be."
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Post by Dawnmist on Jan 3, 2015 21:29:15 GMT
"Good," he laughed, leading her to the table and pulling out the chair for her. "You deserve it, honestly."
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Post by Copper on Jan 3, 2015 21:30:37 GMT
Evalda stared up at him. "Thank you so much. You're the reason this is happening. Thank you."
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