Rusila

Role in Story:	Vittorius’ sister-in-law.

Occupation:	Shield-maiden, kvinne of the Solveig clan.

Physical Description:	Long straight red hair, braided at the front and sides, the rest cascading down her back, emerald green eyes.

Personality:	She is stern but kind. Her father never forgave Vittorius for his daughter’s death, and she feels similar enmity, though it lessens when she realizes how much Vito loved Iduna.

Background:	Rusila was very fond of her younger sister Iduna, and was angry when she left with Vittorius, for stealing her away. When Iduna later dies, she coudn't forgive him. She only recently inherited the role of queen when her father died (though it is elective and not hereditary), and feels a strong responsibility to her people.

Notes:	Kvinne means ‘queen’.

Rusila (from Rusla, ‘red’).

Married to Holger. They have two daughters, Hetha (form of Nertha/Njoror, ‘strong/bold’) and Wisna (polish wisnia, ‘cherry/cherry tree’). A third daughter, Awilda (‘elf/shining battle’).

Fun fact: Rusila, Hetha, Wisna, and Alfhild are all legendary Norse shield-maidens.

The Solveig (’lady/strength of house’, ‘sun pathway’) clan settlement is called Kvalheim (’?? home’).