Archetypes of the Valleyfolk are as deeply entrenched in their history as the stones of their mountains. Each forms an essential aspect of their religion, society or military function, oftentimes more than one.
See also Iron Valley Traditions and The Iron Valley
Iron Valley Archetypes
Huscarl - Keepers of the Honoured Dead and Bearers of Banner Cloaks, Huscarls take up the names and honours of fallen Iron Valley Bands, vowing to carry and keep them until they can be past onto the next generation.
Sagite - Wise record keepers of Lumos or Stallia, Sagites keep the history of each and every Valleyfolk, so none are forgotten.
Graver - Grave and powerful advisors, Gravers carry the weight of the past and ensure that none forget the stakes.
Jarl - Hardened seafarers, the Jarls see the mountainous waves of the high seas as a dark place that must be understood and warily travelled.
Farseer- Carrying forth an ancient culture of wary arcane skill and protection, Farseers are mages that specialise in the balanced use of magic, with an attention paid to the weight of actions and power.
Summiter - Scouts, messengers and spies, Summiters climb the high places, look for enemies and keep the Valley tied together.