Heroine's Quest: The Herald of Ragnarok Released
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The independent team at Crystal Shard released a new adventure/RPG crossbreed called Heroine's Quest: The Herald of Ragnarok a few days ago, and while it's certainly noteworthy that it's based on Norse mythology and heavily influenced by Sierra's excellent Quest For Glory series, the best part is that it's available free of charge. Have at the trailer:
And here's some backstory to go with it:
At the dawn of time, in the primordial void of Ginnungagap, the Aesir gods fought a lengthy war against the jotunn, or frost giants. Finally Odinn, Lord of the Aesir, struck down mighty Ymir, father of all giants. And from his remains the gods carved Midgard, the realm of humankind, and they banished the surviving frost giants to the icy plains of Jotunheim.
But the jotunn have sworn revenge, and wise Odinn knows that their banishment will not last. Prophecy states that they will one day be free, and will wreak devastation upon Midgard, and slaughter the Aesir. This fateful day is called the twilight of the gods: Ragnarok.
Many lifetimes have passed. Now, the forest of Jarnvidr has been struck by a winter harsher than anyone can remember. Trolls and wolves stalk the night, trade caravans disappear in the cold, and former neighbors turn against each other. The people ache for spring, but see no end to the frost and snowstorms. With fearful whispers, they wonder if the jotunn have at last returned, and if the end of the world is at hand.
In desperation, the jarl of Jarnvidr has called for a Heroine, to stand against the forces of frost and put an end to the lasting winter. Her might, sorcery, and cunning may be humanity's last resort. Are you up to the task, or will you die trying?
Thanks, RPG Codex.
