SWORD BROTHERS
From prizewinning and Sunday Times bestselling author Giles Kristian comes a gripping short story about a Viking raid deep in the fjords of 8th-century Norway. A prequel to the game Norse: Oath of Blood, Sword Brothers brims with camaraderie, bone-crunching battles, and the lyrical prose that made Kristian’s Raven and The Rise of Sigurd series favourites among Viking fans worldwide.
BLOOD DEMANDS BLOOD
Take on the role of Gunnar, a young warrior forced into exile after his father, Jarl Gripr, is killed by the ruthless Steinarr Far-Spear.
With his home destroyed and his people scattered, you’ll guide Gunnar as he rebuilds his settlement, forms strategic alliances, and leads his warband in a relentless pursuit of vengeance.
TACTICAL VIKING COMBAT
Engage in turn-based battles where positioning, unit synergy, and terrain matter.
Use elevation, flanking, and environmental hazards to your advantage.
Each warrior has a unique skillset. Deploy them strategically to control the field and outsmart your enemies.
Recruit and train a variety of fighters, each with customizable gear and upgradeable abilities that shape your tactical options.
SETTLEMENT & WARBAND
Oversee your Viking village as it grows from a small camp into a thriving stronghold.
Assign villagers to roles, manage resources, and upgrade buildings to unlock new units and equipment.
Scavenge the wilds, trade with allies, and gather key resources to craft authentic weapons and armor.
Upgrade your smithy, armory, and workshops to gain access to advanced equipment that directly impacts your combat effectiveness and village resilience.
RULE AS JARL
Will you be able to lead Gunnar to triumph and restore his father’s legacy, or will the treachery of Steinarr Far-Spear mark the end of your saga? The fate of your people lies in your hands.
Written by bestselling author Giles Kristian, NORSE: Oath of Blood delivers an unforgettable, immersive saga where your decisions will determine the fate of a people.
MEET THE WRITER
Giles Kristian is an internationally bestselling and award-winning author whose novels have captivated readers around the world. With over a million copies sold and translations into multiple languages, his work spans epic historical fiction and high-stakes thrillers.
He co-wrote the global No.1 bestseller Golden Lion with the legendary Wilbur Smith, and his Viking novel God of Vengeance was a Times Book of the Year. His reimagining of the Arthurian legend began with the Sunday Times bestseller Lancelot and concluded with Arthur (2024), which was released to critical acclaim.
Giles’ thriller Where Blood Runs Cold won the 2022 Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize and is currently in development for film.
Whether exploring the brutal world of the Vikings or the rich legends of Arthurian Britain, Giles Kristian brings history to life with gripping storytelling and unforgettable characters.
