Description: (Warrior)
Shield-maidens in Viking society were skilled female warriors known for their courage, honor, and ability to engage in direct combat alongside men. They upheld a code of honor similar to male warriors, valuing honesty and straightforwardness over deceit. While shield-maidens like Brynhildr preferred to take matters into their own hands, others like Guðrún Gjúkadóttir were more inclined to manipulate male relatives to achieve their goals. These women were capable of enacting vengeance, participating in battles, and making sacrifices for their families, embodying both honor and remorselessness in their professional lives.