Egil's Saga

Intro

You are all friends and have been seeking fame and fortune since the onset of Fimbulwinter ("Mighty Winter"). The sun and moon are no more, and with eternal night setting in, you have abandoned your former professions. You have heard of the island of Islandia (Iceland) far to the west that has become a beacon of hope for your people. A distant relative has sent word that you should come and stake your claim, as prosperity has a new face in Islandia.

As you set sail from Halogaland (very northern Norway), your small vessel is caught in a fierce and deadly snowstorm. Not wanting to risk capsizing in frigid frozen waters, you steer south to an island called Atloy. You know that a well-known jarl named Bard will probably put you up for the night and give you some respite from the lashing icy winds. You head for the lights to the south and dock your knorr at the docks.

To your surprise, Bard’s farmstead is decorated and prepared for festivities. Even his port-hands are wearing their finest attire. Your boat is secured and a port-hand named Baldri asks you if you are here for the feast.