Thrud

The Guiding Strength Symbols of Thrud

Thrud is often represented by a rune depicting a new seed broken through the earth or an incomplete axe rune. In rare iconography and runestones, Thrud is portrayed presiding over her siblings as head of the Thunderous Virtues, the oldest of gods and preservers of the Old Way.

Worship of Thrud

All clans pay at least token homage to Thrud - for it is her guidance and strength that keeps people united. Despite the universal devotion, godi dedicated to Thrud tend to be rare but well-sought off. Each godi of Thrud has studied the culture of different clans for at least three decades and is entrusted with the Hammerhead of Anger and the Handle of the Strong. They wander from clan, listening to their grudges and investigating conflicts between groups and individuals. Only when causes are found just does the gori joins the Hammer of Strength together, conferring legitimacy to acts of violence. Because of how few godi are active in any given generation, they often grant or deny the blessing of Thrud retroactively; those denied must repay either Thrud on the damaged part with thralldom, propriety or exile. Woe to anyone that goes against the arbitration of a godi; if caught they are to be branded and outcast, no matter the offense.