[h2]Greetings, mighty Vikings! ✊[/h2] [hr][/hr] Although the title of Jarl is eminently honorable, it comes with great responsibility. Know that[b] managing your own settlement 👑 is a difficult endeavor[/b] fraught with hardships, meaningful decisions, and deadly threats. Your life and that of your tribemates can be brought to an abrupt end by harsh weather, famine, cold, untamed wildlife or ferocious animals… and the list goes on. Fear not, however, as the wisdom of the sages and numerous [b]valuable tips are coming to your aid.[/b] Today, we will immerse ourselves in the spiritual sphere and engage in deep prayers...[b] Sounds mysterious?[/b] This is exactly what the Gods of the Nordic lands are like - mysterious, thorny and [b]powerful beyond human understanding[/b]⚡ This is why you should always want to have them as your allies! Let's try to gain their favor so that they will help us develop our settlement and guide our swords in the fights [b]against our enemies.[/b] [h2]The Pantheon awaits your prayers 🙏[/h2] [hr][/hr] Nordic mythology is full of [b]almighty beings and divine figures[/b]. The all-knowing Odin, thunder-wielding Thor, cunning Loki, kind Frigg, and brave Tyr are just to begin with. As Jarl of the Viking clan, you will be responsible for establishing [b]relationships with some of the Gods[/b] and, if possible, gaining their favor. [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/37681103/283d1de22a438ee9167f6ad39bca9327c0a06477.gif[/img] To do this, you will need to take several important steps. First of all, you can only interact with Gods through appropriate sacred places, such as Altars. [b]Altars are ancient, often forgotten and lost landmarks[/b] that were used to honor patrons by your ancestors 📜 Your first task, therefore, will be to find the lost Altar in your area, clear it of vines and overgrowth, and [b]restore it to its former glory.[/b] Altars are frequently concealed in secluded mountains or deep ravines, making finding them a true challenge. However, if you manage to reach and rebuild them, the [b]Gods will surely appreciate your efforts.[/b] [h2]Rituals as a way of communicating with the Gods 🕯️[/h2] [hr][/hr] Before you begin the rituals and prayers that may draw [b]the pantheon's gaze upon you[/b], you must first rebuild the Altar. The stone slabs themselves, although beautiful and intricately arranged, are not enough. When you're ready, gather the appropriate materials and grab your construction hammer to build [b]an offering bench and place candles, herbs, or other mystical objects.[/b] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/37681103/9d366b0ab11d77ab14698c14c63f58c64b10e0ec.gif[/img] And so, you are ready to begin! First, decide which God you want to honor with your offerings, keeping in mind that each of them [b]specializes in different aspects of the life[/b] of the northern peoples. Let Odin, father of the pantheon, be our example this time, ok? After selecting Odin as the recipient of our prayers, we must choose what [b]items or goods to sacrifice[/b] to pay him tribute. These may be food, valuable animal parts obtained during hunting, all kinds of riches, precious items or weapons ⚔️ The higher their value, [b]the greater the chance of gaining a patron's favor.[/b] For each such offering, you will receive [b]Favor Points[/b], which we will talk about down below. The initial offerings at the beginning of your adventure will be rather simple and "cheap", however, as you progress further, they will become [b]much more significant.[/b] Nonetheless, earning Favor Points is a worthwhile investment as they can provide you with... [h2]Gods favors and graces ✊[/h2] [hr][/hr] But why exactly should you seek the support of the Northern Gods at all? What can they offer you that is so valuable that you would waste important resources on their behalf? Well... [b]excellent question![/b] As you know, religion was an incredibly important element in the life of every Viking, providing them (if they died in an honorable way) a place at the eternally lavish feast 🍖 You, as Jarl, [b]an exalted man created for great purposes[/b], are closer to them than other mortals. This is not only a huge privilege, but also a responsibility. That being said, it's entirely up to you how you use the Favor Points you earn. By spending them, you can for example ask the Gods to support you in the upcoming battles against other clans 💀 Favor Points can also be spent to [b]perform numerous rituals[/b], which will provide you with all kinds of blessings and graces! [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/37681103/1d45a9089eaa39aeb3e6600f99c0a43ee6d9c8d1.gif[/img] The powerful [b]Gods may therefore back you up in the fight[/b]. Thanks to their wisdom, you can accelerate the development of new technologies or ask them for help when your research gets stuck. Sacred entities have the power to clear thick fog from distant areas, allowing you to explore [b]new, rich lands.[/b] They are also an element of the Rune system... which we will tell you about in the next entries of our series. Without the support of the Gods, your settlement [b]will have a hard time[/b] expanding its influence and simply surviving. They are an [b]integral part of every Viking's life[/b], including yours... for better or for worse. Fortunately, now you know how to get [b]valuable Favor Points[/b] and put them to good use. [h3]Join the clan[/h3] [hr][/hr] [url=https://discord.gg/GnTYDgBAHy][img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/37681103/a5f8bdf5c07531fb0f75365695413dfaf32cff79.jpg[/img][/url] We hope you find the fifth entry in our series helpful and interesting. Now that you have all the necessary knowledge about the wilderness and hunting, it's time for you to test your skills in practice! Ah, one more thing - and this is important 😁 Do not forget to wishlist the [b]Viking Frontiers Prologue version on this [url=https://store.steampowered.com/app/2838100/Viking_Frontiers_Prologue/]Steam Page »[/url] [/b] [h3]Thank you, Vikings! 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