Waiting to Die in a Tent, A Few Thoughts on Valhalla by William J. Meyer

The old viking warrior Einarr and his young friend Mikel battle to protect their distant city of Reidun. When Einarr is mortally wounded, Mikel sets out to locate Einarr’s estranged daughter Kára for a final father-daughter reunion. But before they can return, a mysterious figure finds Einarr alone-- and about to breathe his last.
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Waiting to Die in a Tent, A Few Thoughts on Valhalla

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Character Information

  • Hildr
    30-40
    A young shield-maiden turned Valkyrie. Aloof.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      30s, 40s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female
  • Einarr
    60-70
    An old warrior, estranged father of Kára. Cynical.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      60s, 70s+
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Male
  • Mikel
    25-30
    A young warrior, friend and confidant of Einarr. Optimistic.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Male
  • Kára
    18-25
    A young farmer, estranged daughter of Einarr. Hopeful.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female
  • Viking Warrior
    Male
    A viking warrior killed by Einarr. Mortally wounds Einarr.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Any adult age
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Male

Production History

  • Community Theater
    ,
    Produced as an episode of the audio fiction podcast STRANGE/LOVE
    ,
    2019

Awards

Selection
,
Platinum Level Program
,
HEAR Now Festival
,
2020