Very interesting set-up so far. The ritual should be interesting, if it's what I think it is. Freya's got a fascinating backstory but it seems like she isn't as fulfilled as she projects. So this battle might be just the thing she needs. On the other side her challenger (I didn't see a name yet) must be her equal on multiple levels. I wonder if there can only be one Shieldmaiden? Will the loser be able to accept that?
Either way, I'm excited to see where this goes! Freya seems like she's never been on the losing end of things and I like the threat this new maiden represents.
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