The Agerians are daring masters of the sea. Their swift wooden longships, equipped with both sails and oars, enable them to mount piratical raids on the coastal settlements of northern Honshu, Weissland and beyond. The shallow draught of these ships means that they are able to reach far inland by river and stream, striking and moving on before local forces can muster.

Agerian ships are clinker-built of overlapping planks and measure between about 17.5m and 36m in length. They are steered not by a rudder, but by a single oar mounted on the starboard side. A few richer men's ships are said to have iron-clad bows and sterns. An average speed of 10 to 11 knots can have been achieved, or perhaps rather more in short bursts. Crews of 25 to 60 men are common, seated on benches on open decks, although the largest ships can carry as many as 100 or more. Packhorses and provisions are also included if needed. Fearsome figureheads raise at stem and stern as a sign of warlike intent, underlined by rows of shields mounted along the sides for defence or show. These can be removed while at sea. Raids in single ships are quite frequent and fleets rarely comprise more than 100 ships.

Most people live on farms in Ager. Their houses are built of wood, stone or blocks of turf, with thatched or turf roofs. Houses in the towns of Birka and Dorestad are built of wood or wattle, crowded close together along narrow streets.

Men work on farms, or as craftsmen or traders. They handle boats for fishing or travelling. Women do all the household jobs. They also help on the farm, milk the cows and make cheese. They spin, weave and sew all the family's clothes. Children help their parents at work, and learn about history, religion and the law from stories. They become adults at the age of 15 or 16.

A small town on the western coast. This place often serves as a muster point for raids to the west.

The Aegirstrom river, a lifeline for the inhabitants of Upsalla, serves as both a source of sustenance and a conduit for trade and exploration. Its waters teem with fish, its banks lush with fertile soil, providing abundant resources for those who call this land home. Yet, beyond its practical significance, the river holds a deeper significance for the people of Upsalla, symbolizing the eternal cycle of life and the interconnectedness of all things.

The capital town of Ager and home to the king.

Biggest town in Ager after Birka.

Small town at the foot of the south eastern spur of the mountains.

The towering peaks of rugged Hrafnaskoll mountains form the central spine of Ager.

The most remote of all the towns of Ager.

A lovely, safe town in a sheltered bay. Another common place the Agerians muster to raid south. Connected to Birka by a well-used trail.

Welcome to Uppsala, nestled beneath the towering peaks of rugged Hrafnaskoll Mountains and beside the mighty Aegirstrom River that flows inexorably towards the vast sea. This province, cradled by nature's grandeur, resonates with a profound spiritual energy that permeates the very stones upon which its settlements are built.

Led by the venerable Jarl of Uppsala, this land embodies a harmonious blend of culture and spiritual reverence, shaped by the imposing presence of the mountains and the life-giving waters of the river. From the Jarl's stronghold, perched high upon a rocky outcrop, one can behold the breathtaking panorama of peaks and valleys, a testament to the resilience and fortitude of its people.

The Aegirstrom River, a lifeline for the inhabitants of Uppsala, serves as both a source of sustenance and a conduit for trade and exploration. Its waters teem with fish, its banks lush with fertile soil, providing abundant resources for those who call this land home. Yet, beyond its practical significance, the river holds a deeper significance for the people of Uppsala, symbolizing the eternal cycle of life and the interconnectedness of all things.

In the shadow of the Hrafnaskoll Mountains, ancient forests cloak the landscape, their dense foliage concealing hidden groves and sacred sites where rituals and ceremonies are conducted to honour the gods and spirits of the land. Here, beneath the whispering canopy of trees, the seers weave their magic, communing with the natural world to seek guidance and protection for their kin.

Yet, amidst the tranquillity of nature, the people of Uppsala are not strangers to conflict and hardship. Rival clans vie for control of the land, and marauding bands of raiders pose a constant threat to their way of life. In these tumultuous times, the wisdom of the Jarl and the unity of the community are their greatest strengths, as they strive to defend their homeland against external foes and uphold the ancient traditions that define them.

In Uppsalla, where the mountains meet the river and the spirits of the land whisper in the wind, the flame of spirituality burns bright, illuminating the path for those who seek to honour the gods and forge a connection with the natural world that sustains them.