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-Some organizations, mostly fictional for D&D usage.
+# Organizations
-[[dm:culture:organizations:wyrd|The Circle of the Wyrd]] is a clandestine group of seers, mystics, and druids dedicated to preserving ancient knowledge of fate (known as “wyrd”) and guiding the course of events in alignment with the will of the Norns. They seek to influence leaders and warriors subtly through their knowledge of the runes, omens, and the fates of those involved in shaping the future of the Norse people.
+The following organizations are mostly fictional, created to add intrigue, drama, and spiritual weight to D&D campaigns set in a Norse-inspired world. While not directly based on historical records, they are inspired by Norse myth, cosmology, and themes of fate, nature, and divine will.
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+## The Circle of the Wyrd
+[The Circle of the Wyrd](dm:culture:organizations:wyrd)
+A **clandestine society** of seers, mystics, and druids, the Circle of the Wyrd is devoted to preserving ancient knowledge of **fate**, or *wyrd*. They view fate not as a fixed destiny, but as a pattern woven by the **Norns**, which mortals may align with—or resist—at their peril.
+Members of the Circle use their deep understanding of:
+- **Runes**
+- **Omens and signs**
+- **Dreams and prophecy**
+...to subtly guide the decisions of rulers, warriors, and adventurers who might shape the future of the Norse people. They are secretive by nature and often act behind the scenes, seeking to preserve the balance between human ambition and cosmic order.
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+## Skjaldmeyjar (Shield Maidens of Jörð)
+[Skjaldmeyjar (Shield Maidens of Jörð)](dm:culture:organizations:Skjaldmeyjar)
+The **Skjaldmeyjar**—named after the shield maidens of legend—are holy warriors and agents of **Jörð**, the personification of the earth and mother of Þórr.
+Their mission is to:
+- **Protect the natural world**
+- **Preserve the primal forces** that shape **Midgard**
+- **Oppose those who twist fate** or threaten the balance of nature
+Where the Circle of the Wyrd seeks to interpret and guide fate, the Skjaldmeyjar act to **defend** it. They are especially wary of necromancers, aberrant magic, and organizations that seek to **rewrite destiny** for personal gain. Some view them as zealots; others, as protectors of the realm.
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+These groups may appear as patrons, antagonists, or shadowy influences in a campaign—each with their own agenda, allies, and secrets.
-[[dm:culture:organizations:Skjaldmeyjar|Skjaldmeyjar (Shield Maidens of Jörð)]] The Skjaldmeyjar are agents of Jörð, the personification of the earth and mother of Thor. Their mission is to protect the natural world and the primal forces that shape Midgard, opposing those who seek to manipulate fate.