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 Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2009 7:46 pm
O W L ' S • Q U E S T
Scandinavian Fossegrim News & Updates March 23rd, 09 Thread Set-Up Begins.
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Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2009 7:47 pm
T H E • F O S S E G R I M
Scandinavian Fossegrim • Physical Description / It is difficult to describe the actual appearance of the Fossegrim, as one of his central attributes was thought to be shapeshifting. Perhaps he did not have any true shape. In the simplest terms, a Fossegrim is a water fairy, similar to the Nix. 
The Fossegrim is most often described as a young man with beautiful features. Despite variances, he is always male and never seen without a violin or harp. Height was less than the average Scandinavian man and they had the Norwegian specific heavy brow and well-sculpted nose. Fossegrim are said to posses white skin and light blonde hair with gray-blue eyes. Clothing (or lack thereof) varied from story to story, though it is assumed the Fossegrim wore scant items made from natural sources, such as hides and plants. He may have also worn the scavenged items of drowning victims.
While many stories depicted the Fossegrim as a humanoid figure, he has also been portrayed as a pure white horse, and even a glimmering piece of treasure deep beneath a river's surface.
• Behavior / The Fossegrim is a passionate creature, capable of both undying love and unyielding hatred. They have led many astray with their ethereal music, often times shielding himself behind a waterfall, urging his listeners to brave the waves where they ultimately drown. Not all of these spirits were necessarily malevolent; in fact, many stories exist that indicate at the very least that Fossegrim were entirely harmless to their audience and attracted not only women and children, but men as well with their sweet songs. Fossegrim are said to grow despondent if they do not have free, regular contact with a water source, and prefer their secretive lifestyle to that of the social human.
• Powers / Unmatched prowess of stringed instruments, shape shifting, and melding (disappearing into the water) are all said to be contained in the Fossegrim's bag of tricks. In fact, it is said that all great Norwegian violinists were taught of the Fossegrim. In one particularly curious finding, I quote -
"The STROMKARL, called in Norway Grim or Fosse-Grim (Waterfall-Grim) is a musical genius like the Neck. Like him too, when properly propitiated, he communicates his art. The sacrifice also is a black lamb [c] which the offerer must present with averted head, and on Thursday evening. If it is poor the pupil gets no further than to the tuning of the instruments; if it is fat the Strömkarl seizes the votary by the right hand, and swings it backwards and forwards till the blood runs out at the finger-ends. The aspirant is then enabled to play in such a masterly manner that the trees dance and waterfalls stop at his music."
The enthralling music of this fairy was most dangerous to women and children, especially pregnant women and unbaptized children. Aside from their mastery of the bow, Fossegrim are said to be quite persuasive, easily luring listeners to their deaths if the proper precautions are not taken.
The Fossegrim was also an omen for drowning accidents. He would scream at a particular spot in a lake or river, in a way reminiscent of the loon, and on that spot a fatality would later take place. Because of this, it was thought that the Fossegrim had some innate ability to read one's future, should it pertain to disaster or death.
• Weaknesses / Some stories tell how the Fossegrim sings about his loneliness and his longing for salvation, which he purportedly never shall receive, as he is not "a child of God." They are sorrowful creatures who suffer from the ravages of loneliness, depression and mania.
When malicious Fossegrim attempted to carry off people, they could be defeated by calling their name; this, in fact, would be the death of them and is the only known way to destroy a Fossegrim.
Another weakness of the Fossegrim was blood, and it is said that three drops of blood as an offering would evoke a Fossegrim from his river. The same can be said of snuff, Norwegian Vodka and particularly savory, dark meats.
Sources
1. Fossegrim - Monstropedia
2. Nix - Wikipedia
3. Dante's Heart - The Fossegrime (Translated from Dutch)
4. Sacred-Texts The Power of the Harp
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Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2009 7:49 pm
T H E • M Y T H O S
Scandinavian Fossegrim
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Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2009 7:50 pm
T H E • F A E
Scandinavian Fossegrim • Name / Alabaster Owlied
• Origin / A mineral, well noted for it's milky-white color.
• Calling / Alabaster, Al on occasion
• Past Name / Hvitkilde (Norw: White Spring)
• Gender / Male
• Sexuality / This will be decided upon reaching the appropriate age.
• Myth / Scandinavian Fossegrim
• Physical Description / Alabaster is similar in appearance to the froth at the base of a waterfall. He has two pale-blue eyes, barely a shade darker than the whites. Thin, silver-blonde hair frames his square face in short locks, joining from either side at his chin in a well-trimmed beard. Hidden beneath his light features is skin as pale as...well, Alabaster. His chin, brow and nose are particularly strong. Clothing is less important to this Fae. He sticks to thermals, tunics and other simple styles of clothing in cotton.
• Personality /
• Interests /
Favorite Foods: Dark mutton, fish and common river vegetation.
Favorite Beverage: Vegetable juices, such as Cucumber and Ginger.
Favorite Type of Music: Classical-Romantic Music and traditional Scandinavian folk music - basically anything with a violin or a cello and an expressive composition.
Favorite Landscape: Areas of open waterfalls create feelings of eerie familiarity for Alabaster, but he prefers wooden landscapes after a light rain fall.
Favorite Animal: Jellyfish -- not a river creature, true, but he adores the wiggly creatures for their beauty and grace.
Favorite Colors: Blues, Greens and Purples.
Favorite Flower: Wildflowers.
Favorite Season: Spring.
Favorite Thing to Wear: Thin, light cotton clothing, such as traditional tunics, as well as dark leather breeches and boots.
Favorite Subject: One would think Music or Theory, but due to the technical way these classes are structured, he's all but boycotted the class. Instead his greatest interest lies in the field of Philosophy, wherein his opinions can actually be applied.
Hobbies: Playing string instruments, as well as free-composing music. He is also fond of swimming, but he'd never enter a body of water without someone to watch over him...
• Mannerisms /
• Abilities /
• Weaknesses /
• Spirit Song / Stand Inside Your Love - Smashing Pumpkins
.100 Questions.
As yet, they're blank--I'm hoping, however, that as I continue to work on the concept, these answers will become easier to find =D
1. What is your full name?
2. Where and when were you born?
3. Who are/were your parents? (Know their names, occupations, personalities, etc.)
4. Do you have any siblings? What are/were they like?
5. Where do you live now, and with whom? Describe the place and the person/people.
6. What is your occupation?
7. Write a full physical description of yourself. You might want to consider factors such as: height, weight, race, hair and eye color, style of dress, and any tattoos, scars, or distinguishing marks.
8. To which social class do you belong?
9. Do you have any allergies, diseases, or other physical weaknesses?
10. Are you right- or left-handed?
11. What does your voice sound like?
12. What words and/or phrases do you use very frequently?
13. What do you have in your pockets?
14. Do you have any quirks, strange mannerisms, annoying habits, or other defining characteristics?
Part 2: Growing Up
15. How would you describe your childhood in general?
16. What is your earliest memory?
17. How much schooling have you had?
18. Did you enjoy school?
19. Where did you learn most of your skills and other abilities?
20. While growing up, did you have any role models? If so, describe them.
21. While growing up, how did you get along with the other members of your family?
22. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
23. As a child, what were your favorite activities?
24. As a child, what kinds of personality traits did you display?
25. As a child, were you popular? Who were your friends, and what were they like?
26. When and with whom was your first kiss?
27. Are you a virgin? If not, when and with whom did you lose your virginity?
28. If you are a supernatural being (i.e. mage, werewolf, vampire), tell the story of how you became what you are or first learned of your own abilities. If you are just a normal human, describe any influences in your past that led you to do the things you do today.
Part 3: Past Influences
29. What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?
30. Who has had the most influence on you?
31. What do you consider your greatest achievement?
32. What is your greatest regret?
33. What is the most evil thing you have ever done?
34. Do you have a criminal record of any kind?
35. When was the time you were the most frightened?
36. What is the most embarrassing thing ever to happen to you?
37. If you could change one thing from your past, what would it be, and why?
38. What is your best memory?
39. What is your worst memory?
Part 4: Beliefs And Opinions
40. Are you basically optimistic or pessimistic?
41. What is your greatest fear?
42. What are your religious views?
43. What are your political views?
44. What are your views on sex?
45. Are you able to kill? Under what circumstances do you find killing to be acceptable or unacceptable?
46. In your opinion, what is the most evil thing any human being could do?
47. Do you believe in the existence of soul mates and/or true love?
48. What do you believe makes a successful life?
49. How honest are you about your thoughts and feelings (i.e. do you hide your true self from others, and in what way)?
50. Do you have any biases or prejudices?
51. Is there anything you absolutely refuse to do under any circumstances? Why do you refuse to do it?
52. Who or what, if anything, would you die for (or otherwise go to extremes for)?
Part 5: Relationships With Others
53. In general, how do you treat others (politely, rudely, by keeping them at a distance, etc.)? Does your treatment of them change depending on how well you know them, and if so, how?
54. Who is the most important person in your life, and why?
55. Who is the person you respect the most, and why?
56. Who are your friends? Do you have a best friend? Describe these people.
57. Do you have a spouse or significant other? If so, describe this person.
58. Have you ever been in love? If so, describe what happened.
59. What do you look for in a potential lover?
60. How close are you to your family?
61. Have you started your own family? If so, describe them. If not, do you want to? Why or why not?
62. Who would you turn to if you were in desperate need of help?
63. Do you trust anyone to protect you? Who, and why?
64. If you died or went missing, who would miss you?
65. Who is the person you despise the most, and why?
66. Do you tend to argue with people, or avoid conflict?
67. Do you tend to take on leadership roles in social situations?
68. Do you like interacting with large groups of people? Why or why not?
69. Do you care what others think of you?
Part 6: Likes And Dislikes
70. What is/are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?
71. What is your most treasured possession?
72. What is your favorite color?
73. What is your favorite food?
74. What, if anything, do you like to read?
75. What is your idea of good entertainment (consider music, movies, art, etc.)?
76. Do you smoke, drink, or use drugs? If so, why? Do you want to quit?
77. How do you spend a typical Saturday night?
78. What makes you laugh?
79. What, if anything, shocks or offends you?
80. What would you do if you had insomnia and had to find something to do to amuse yourself?
81. How do you deal with stress?
82. Are you spontaneous, or do you always need to have a plan?
83. What are your pet peeves?
Part 7: Self Images And Etc.
84. Describe the routine of a normal day for you. How do you feel when this routine is disrupted?
85. What is your greatest strength as a person?
86. What is your greatest weakness?
87. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
88. Are you generally introverted or extroverted?
89. Are you generally organized or messy?
90. Name three things you consider yourself to be very good at, and three things you consider yourself to be very bad at.
91. Do you like yourself?
92. What are your reasons for being an adventurer (or doing the strange and heroic things that RPG characters do)? Are your real reasons for doing this different than the ones you tell people in public? (If so, detail both sets of reasons...)
93. What goal do you most want to accomplish in your lifetime?
94. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
95. If you could choose, how would you want to die?
96. If you knew you were going to die in 24 hours, name three things you would do in the time you had left.
97. What is the one thing for which you would most like to be remembered after your death?
98. What three words best describe your personality?
99. What three words would others probably use to describe you?
100. If you could, what advice would you, the player, give to your character? (You might even want to speak as if he or she were sitting right here in front of you, and use proper tone so he or she might heed your advice...)
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Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2009 8:20 pm
T H E • G U A R D I A N
Scandinavian Fossegrim • Name / Muriel Owlied
• Origin / Sparkling, Shining Sea
• Calling / Muriel, Merl
• Gender / Female
• Physical Description /
• Personality /
• Interests /
- Likes
- Neutral
- Dislikes
- Hobbies
• Mannerisms /
Favorite
- Food Baked Eel
- Drink Fruit Tea
- Color Crimson
- Item Melodica
• Abilities /
• Weaknesses /
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Posted: Mon Mar 23, 2009 8:48 pm
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Posted: Fri Mar 27, 2009 9:40 pm
Powers
How do the powers and your character relate back to your mythos?
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