Rytva
| Rytva | |
|---|---|
| Details | |
| Race | Angel |
| Birthplace | Starnheim, Kaldheim |
| Lifetime | Mending Era |
Rytva is a valkyrie shepherd of Starnheim, paired with Avtyr.[1]
Description
Appearance
Rytva is a tall and imposing figure, radiating an aura of both beauty and terror. Her dove-gray feathers glow with an ethereal moonlight that is as blue and pure as winter. She has severe gray eyes that watch with intense interest. Her yellow hair frames her dark brown face, contrasting sharply with her cold, penetrating gaze.[1]
Personality
Rytva embodies the dual nature of a Valkyrie — majestic and fearsome. She is observant, watching events unfold with a keen interest, ready to judge the worth of those who come before her. Her demeanor is stern, suggesting a personality that values strength, courage, and perhaps a certain inevitability of fate. She seems to carry a sense of detachment, implying that her duty to oversee death has made her aloof and impartial.
History
Niko Aris, caught in a tumultuous clash among warriors of Bretagard, found themself confronted not only by mortal foes but by the presence of Valkyries — mythical beings who oversee the passage of souls. Rytva and Avtyr appeared as Niko navigated the chaos, drawn to scenes of impending death, and observing Niko's actions closely.[1]
Amidst the skirmish, Niko engaged strategically, using traps and magical artifacts to subdue adversaries and protect those around them. Niko's encounter with Avtyr took a turn when they managed to trap the Valkyrie using a magical shard, disrupting Avtyr's form and containing his essence temporarily.[1]
Ultimately, Niko's actions led them to undertake a perilous journey through an Omenpath, guided by Orhaft's magic and a trapped Avtyr's influence. This journey was fraught with uncertainty, as no mortal had ventured into the realm of Starnheim before — a place of unknown dangers and possibilities.[1]
Initially, Niko Aris, a visitor from Theros, warned the Valkyries of Kaldheim about the impending danger posed by Koma. Despite initial skepticism from the Valkyries, especially Avtyr who accused Niko of disrupting Kaldheim's balance, the seriousness of the threat became evident when Koma manifested, breaching through the fabric of reality itself.[2]
As Koma attacked, Niko, alongside Rytva and Avtyr, devised a desperate plan to steer the serpent away from Starnheim. They orchestrated a risky strategy involving mirrors and illusions to distract and redirect Koma back through the unstable portals it emerged from. Despite the immense danger and exhaustion, Niko played a crucial role in coordinating the Valkyries, leveraging their knowledge from other worlds to strategize effectively.[2]
The battle intensifies as Koma lashes out, threatening both the physical realm and the metaphysical stability of Kaldheim. Niko's resolve and resourcefulness were tested as they navigated the chaos, rallying the Valkyries to buy precious moments and ensure Kaldheim's survival. The climax saw Niko and Avtyr collaborating in a final, daring maneuver to drive Koma back through a closing portal, sacrificing the stability of Starnheim's dock to seal the serpent's return.[2]
Story appearances
| Title | Author | Publishing date | Set | Setting (plane) | Featuring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Know Which Way the Wind is Blowing | Setsu Uzumé | 2021-01-08 | Kaldheim | Kaldheim | Niko Aris, Kjell, Egil Seventree, Orhaft Stoneback, Birgi, Thura, Kinkiller, Threat, Steel-eyes, Rytva, Avtyr, Fynn |
| Aim Through the Target | Setsu Uzumé | 2021-01-15 | Kaldheim | Kaldheim | Niko Aris, Vígniút, Thura, Gæller No-breath, Aggressor, Avtyr, Evot, Tove, Gisla, Alsig, Rytva, Koma |
References
- ↑ a b c d e Setsu Uzumé (January 8, 2021). "Know Which Way the Wind Is Blowing". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
- ↑ a b c Setsu Uzumé (January 15, 2021). "Aim Through the Target". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
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