Heart of the Freljord

Indie Ask/RP Blog for Braum, the Heart of the Freljord, from League of Legends. Semi-Selective, AU/OC Friendly. Multiship and Multiverse blog. Sideblog! Follows via askthevoideye

[askthevoideye]

Goodbye For Now

Okay, this might come as a bit of a shock, especially after so recently having announced an end of an involuntary hiatus, but I shall confirm it now; I am intentionally leaving the League of Legends fandom for now. I might come back, I might not, but it is highly likely that I won’t. It’s a shame to leave such an expansive fandom, but I am taking my well-being, and the well-being of my relationship with my boyfriend, into consideration first and foremost.

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Send ☄ for one random headcanon I have for my muse!

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

"Oooooohhhh Avarosa be blessed. The great Braum...!"

“Yes! I am indeed Braum, young lady!” Braum beams happily as Artica approached him. He’d just laugh loud and proud as he actually crouched down to look at her properly. “You are an intriguing young lady! Who might you be?”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

whiteswxrm:

Artica was excited indeed, she had only heard tales of the legendary hero which’s noble heart granted him to carry a shield infused with pure ice magic. Never imagined to meet him in person

“I’m Artica Neivers”

She beamed as well, like a child during Snowdown

I come from a village of the south-west part of the Avarosan Tribe and right now I was traveling up to the capital, it’s to obtain a permission for my uncle to sell cheese, fruit and vegetables we make and cultivate"

She then nodded at his words, trying to explain the best she could about her Vastayan origins and give a general explanation about what a Vastaya was.

“Although I’m not completely human, the village people always considered me as one of them”

Truth be told, Braum had never truly met a Vastayan before, so naturally Artica’s appearance did confuse him at first, but he was never one to judge at first glance! The giant man would merely stay silent and curious like a child at first, before he smiles a bit after her explanation. “Well, Braum might take a while to understand what Vastaya is, but it don’t matter! Braum likes everyone the way they are!”

A bright smile follows this equally bright statement, the Avarosan man then remembering what she said; “Ah! You seek way to Avarosa capital? Braum knows shortest route to capital! It goes deep, deep through the mountains themselves! Hah, Braum should know, because Braum helped dig the tunnels!”

[infinite-xerath]

(icyheartxwarmsmile) "Braum is curious. What is it like to be a god? Braum would never know, he is fine with being goat herder!"

“Mere words cannot truly describe it… To feel so much power coursing through your very being; to see and understand the deepest secrets of magic… Indeed, such a state of being is far beyond men like you, but I applaud your acceptance of that fact.”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

infinite-xerath:

Xerath did find himself slightly curious about this shield and the ‘ice magic’ used on it… If only because ice was an almost alien concept in Shurima. The energy that he saw resonated from the shield was… Perplexing; he’d never seen a method of enchantment quite like this before, even though he could understand fully what it was. Something inside the barrier was what endowed it with arcane properties…

Xerath couldn’t help but chuckle at the large man’s words. “Indeed. No matter what kind of witch this ‘Lissandra’ may be, no mortal could hope to wield such power. Besides…” The Magus held out his hand, and ignited a blue flame within his palm. “Even if she did possess such power, I would not allow it. I have no intention of ruling an empire encased in frozen water.”

Braum’s eyes seemed enthralled by the blue flame for a bit. He had not seen a lot of magic outside of the Freljordian ice magic and True Ice craftsmanship. That, and Volibear’s lightning powers now and then as well. So flames -- outside of a bonfire or fireplace -- was perplexing for him! Still, he noticed the choice in Xerath’s words and frowned softly.

“Why do you seek to rule world?” he asked, not a single hint of animosity in his tone. He was not angry of Xerath’s statement, not even a smidgen! He seemed more... curious than mad. “Braum does not think a single man can rule the whole world. Nor does Braum think any single man should! The world is full of wonder and mystery! Why try and rule over such marvelous things! The world is for everyone to enjoy and discover! Like newborn child who takes his first steps outside of home!”

[pantheon-god-of-war]

(icyheartxwarmsmile) "Pantheon, old friend! Why must we FIGHT dragons? Why not TAME them! RIDE them! Is much more fun that way! Braum and Lulu have ridden many dragons before!"

The war god leered over his shoulder when he heard the deep and hearty voice of Braum. He wondered what the north man was doing here. This place usually was not his domain and yet here he stood. 

The inquiry let Pantheon scoff, cold lips sneering slightly as the others plea for mercy was uttered. Braum did not seem to understand Dragons the way Pantheon did. He had seen what dragon fire could do to stone, steel and flesh. He knew the beasts for what they truly were. 

“A true Dragon, will never let itself be tamed. They stand above humanity, their hunger and greed will never make them bow their heads to mortals like you. Only the strongest will survive, that is their way of life, do you truly believe they would honor other customs for you?”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

pantheon-god-of-war:

Pantheon gave the other all the time he needed to make his claim and explanations the war god had all the time in the world. He was hardly in a rush at the moment, the others presence in his Dragon slayer regalia however made him question Braums visit. He had not heard of felt a dragons presence, nor had the men and women of Targon reported anything of the sort. 

“Your first mistake is thinking cows and dragons are anything alike. The one is a herd herbivore the other a carnivorous beast from ages long past with an intellect far greater than that of a mere mortal.” It was quite obvious that the aforementioned parallel was quite out of place and unfitting, but Pantheon would waste no tool given to him in such an obvious manner. Braum had a good heart, truly he was one of the purest of men ever known to the war god. But that very good heart blinded him from the harsh truths of this world. 

“Braum, I have seen civilisations rise and fall, empires triumph and crumble. I have walked this earth in hundreds of mortal hosts and seen first hand how dragons thrived within the primordial ooze before man came and challenged the beasts. The path I walk is the very path I lay before myself, I see the world through my eyes unswayed by any norms or opinions, much like you do. But where I would face the grim realities of this world you have your head high within the sky marvelling at the stars, that will not make the muck soiling your boots turn into gold.”

“Hahah! Braum does not mean cows literally! It is a saying!” Braum hollers with laugh as Pantheon seemed to think he was literally comparing cows to dragons! Oh that was a laugh! He could not tell whether Pantheon was taking things too seriously, or too literally. Still, he held his breath as Pantheon had his turn to retort. And truth be told, Braum felt it a bit sad to realize the truth. Perhaps he had walked his own path, but decided to merely see what was right before him rather than around him.

With a heavy sigh, Braum finally relents. Seems as if this man was not going to change his life-style. Then again, if he has lived for as long as he has, perhaps it was only right of him to see it as such. “Ah, Braum understands. But do not think of Braum’s words as ignorant. Braum truly understands the worries and problems of the world, but he only tries to see the good in the world. But perhaps Pantheon is right. Perhaps reality can not be avoided at times.” he hauls his huge shield up onto his back again.

“Well, at least we can both fight for what we think is right. Let us hope our paths may not have to cross! Braum is not sure if his shield could take Pantheon’s spear, haha!” he laughs again, ever the carefree and jolly man that he is.

[pantheon-god-of-war]

(icyheartxwarmsmile) "Pantheon, old friend! Why must we FIGHT dragons? Why not TAME them! RIDE them! Is much more fun that way! Braum and Lulu have ridden many dragons before!"

The war god leered over his shoulder when he heard the deep and hearty voice of Braum. He wondered what the north man was doing here. This place usually was not his domain and yet here he stood. 

The inquiry let Pantheon scoff, cold lips sneering slightly as the others plea for mercy was uttered. Braum did not seem to understand Dragons the way Pantheon did. He had seen what dragon fire could do to stone, steel and flesh. He knew the beasts for what they truly were. 

“A true Dragon, will never let itself be tamed. They stand above humanity, their hunger and greed will never make them bow their heads to mortals like you. Only the strongest will survive, that is their way of life, do you truly believe they would honor other customs for you?”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

pantheon-god-of-war:

Pantheon crossed his arms before his thick chest as the other man sought to do the same. His spear and shield were cast aside, the former planted into the ground with the bladed end so that the later may rest upon its shaft. He gazed at Braum, with cold questioning gaze, wondering how many more humans and villages had to burn before the other saw the lethality of these beasts. 

“I have seen enough dragons to know their nature. There are indeed good dragons, I do not deny that, but a good dragon is a dead dragon.” Pantheon was adamant about his claim, he hardly considered any of the flying beasts to be good at heart. Intelligent yes, that they were. A dragon was hardly a dumb brute as most made them out to be, but good natured? Hardly. 

“How do you expect these destructive and powerful beasts to be good at heart, when not even men are free from the taint of darkness?” Pantheon shook his head as the other man presented to him the Dragon head upon the shield. “Explain to the me then, if this dragon of yours was such a good friend, why is he dead and mounted upon your shield like a trophy?” 

Hm. Braum was almost convinced that Pantheon had almost listened to him there, but then there was the quick turn-about of ‘a good dragon is a dead one’. His expression turned sour, if only for a split-second, before that wide, happy grin of his returned. “Braum knows many dragons are evil, and desire to burn. Braum does not expect them to be good. But Braum knows that if you show kindness first, chance is high you get kindness in return! Mother always say; Treat your cows with love you share for brother and sister. You get much better milk that way!” he laughs a bit at the comparison. It was a bit ridiculous, yes, but he still honored his mother’s teachings.

“Oh, this? No no no, Braum does not have head of Jörmung as trophy! Braum does not know how to explain, but he will try! He was by Jörmung’s side as he grew old of age, so old that he no longer could fly! Braum did his best to help his friend’s pain, stood by his side as he passed away. Then, his body faded into dust, and somehow, the spirit of dragon went into Braum’s shield! And now, it has dragon’s head!” it all sounded very illogical and bizarre, but in a land such as Valoran, anything was possible.

He’d just brush his thumb over his mustache, smiling ever-so endearingly. “You see life and its choices in such straight lines, my friend. Dragon is evil. Dragon must be slain. Must it be so? Life is not about the straight path. One should move like a herd of wild rams! Stray off the laid path, venture into wild woods, climb sloping mountains! You never know what you may find. New friends, enemies, does not matter! You find out that life is not as simple as it seems!”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

"Oooooohhhh Avarosa be blessed. The great Braum...!"

“Yes! I am indeed Braum, young lady!” Braum beams happily as Artica approached him. He’d just laugh loud and proud as he actually crouched down to look at her properly. “You are an intriguing young lady! Who might you be?”

[manymemes]

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[pantheon-god-of-war]

(icyheartxwarmsmile) "Pantheon, old friend! Why must we FIGHT dragons? Why not TAME them! RIDE them! Is much more fun that way! Braum and Lulu have ridden many dragons before!"

The war god leered over his shoulder when he heard the deep and hearty voice of Braum. He wondered what the north man was doing here. This place usually was not his domain and yet here he stood. 

The inquiry let Pantheon scoff, cold lips sneering slightly as the others plea for mercy was uttered. Braum did not seem to understand Dragons the way Pantheon did. He had seen what dragon fire could do to stone, steel and flesh. He knew the beasts for what they truly were. 

“A true Dragon, will never let itself be tamed. They stand above humanity, their hunger and greed will never make them bow their heads to mortals like you. Only the strongest will survive, that is their way of life, do you truly believe they would honor other customs for you?”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

Yes, there he was. Standing in his Dragon”slayer” attire, Braum was stood with his arms crossed over his broad chest. The immense human would just laugh as Pantheon replied to his plea, which wasn’t even much of a plea, more of a suggestion! He had many times seen Pantheon’s mercilessness towards the great beasts known as ‘dragons’, and just sometimes felt it to be a bit... excessive. He thought dragons only existed out of greed and hunger?

“Oh old friend, Braum thinks you have seen too many bad dragons!” he spoke with a big smile. “There are good dragons, too! Just like world is full of good and bad men! Braum has learned much of dragons lately, and more than often, Braum learn from dragons themselves!” he seemed adamant to make his fellow Dragonslayer see reason in his words, or at least acknowledge them.

“Oho, that reminds Braum! You should have met Jörmung! He was Braum’s old friend, but his soul lives on in Braum’s shield!” he slaps his giant shield once, showing off the giant dragon head imprinted upon it as its eyes seemingly glow to life on response.

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

Headcanon: Dragon”slayer” Braum

Just a post I felt like doing for dumping some headcanons regarding one of Braum’s skins, which I’ll more than happily consider as a verse or AU for this blog; Dragonslayer Braum. But would he really be a dragon “slayer”?

Truth be told, I do not see Braum as the kind of person who’d gladly or even reluctantly want to slay dragons, as he is such a pure-hearted individual who cares not just for humans, but otherworldly being as well (proven due to him saving a trapped troll child in his “canon” version). He does not wish ill upon any creature that inhabits Valoran, unless they attack him first, and even then he only fights in self-defense, his abilities first and foremost being about diminishing damage, as well as slowing down and hampering his foes.

So in my verse for Dragonslayer Braum, he’d not be as much of a dragon SLAYER, and more of perhaps a dragon TAMER, a la “How To Train Your Dragon”. Heck, his design could easily be used for a HTTYD viking. Either way, Dragon”slayer” Braum was naturally approached to fight dragons due to his immense strength and durable body, but on his first mission to deal with a rampaging dragon, everyone was surprised when he wrestled the beast into submission with his bare hands, but instead of tearing out its heart... he plucked out a huge thorn from under its foot!

Braum and the dragon, whom he named Jörmung, became almost like bond-brothers after that, as they ate, slept, and fought together, until the dragon grew old. Braum was there when the dragon drew his final breath, but as its body vanished into dust, its soul was infused with the massive shield Braum usually wielded, and the head of the beast grew out of the front of it, capable of spewing fire from its mouth.

And so Braum keeps fighting dragons, not to slay them for trophies, but to tame them and show his people how fun dragons can be! If you raise them properly, with lots of food and care, of course!

[mini-mech-menace-blog]

◆ (icyheartxwarmsmile) (RIP RUMBLE IT WAS NICE KNOWING YA)

The scrawny Yordle ignored Braum’s presence, but it was impossible to ignore such a tight hug from a man at least a couple of feet taller than him. “O-OK BRAUM ENOUGH HUGGING.” He managed to squeal out, hoping to the divine his bones were intact.

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

To believe Rumble was still alive even after a GENTLE hug from the mountainous man known as Braum was a miracle in of itself, but thankfully Braum heard the yordle’s squealing as he’d just let out a surprised ‘Oh!’ and let Rumble back down on the ground, patting his head. “Sorry, little fuzzy yordle! Sometimes, Braum forgets how strong he is!” he laughs heartily afterwards. “Braum just thought little yordle could use big, warm hug!”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

32 do they critique others easily? do they judge from afar?

Braum does no such thing. He would never dare to judge anyone for who they are or what they do, and honestly he’s not that big of a critic either. He just lets people live how they live, and be who they are.

[fruityrpmemes-blog]

send me a # to learn an unusual hc about my muse!

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what’s your muse’s favorite album of all time / favorite artist?

how do they listen to their music? ipod, mp3, computer, cd, records, etc?

do they take baths or showers? do they prefer one over the other?

do they wear their hair down when they sleep, or tied up / braided?

how many blankets / pillows do they like to have on their bed?

what do they normally dream about? nightmares or nonsense?

do they wake up groggy or alert? do they like mornings?

what do they sleep in? pj’s, normal clothes, nothing?

what do they smell like? do they use perfume or cologne?

what shampoo scent do they like the best and why?

bar soap or liquid? do they like loofahs?

do they prefer sleeping alone or with someone else?

do they like the room cold or hot when they sleep?

do they stay up too late? do they like staying up?

do they know how to drive? do they like to drive?

do they prefer taxis / buses / subways, etc? or none of the above?

do they have pets? what kind? dogs, cats, etc?

do they prefer cats or dogs? or neither?

what are their phobias? do they have any at all?

what do they hate being teased about? are they teased often?

did they have any fears growing up that they’ve since conquered?

do they have a fear they want to conquer, but haven’t yet?

how do they show fear? sweating, shaking, blankness, anger, etc?

do they have a short temper? what’s most likely to set it off?

do they get scared easily? does loud noises, shouting, etc, scare them?

what are they most passionate about? what could they debate about for hours?

what do they never, ever want to speak of, ever?

do they have kids? do they want kids? if so, how many?

is there something they’d like to change about themselves physically?

is there something about their personality they want to change?

do they have good fashion sense? or do they just wear whatever?

do they critique others easily? do they judge from afar?

are they too hard on themselves over the little things?

are they the jealous type? what are they most likely to be jealous of?

are they possessive over their things? or over other people? both?

would they rather be alone or in a relationship?

what do they think about polyamorous relationships? would they do it?

do they have parents / parental figures? do they have a good relationship with them?

do they have siblings? if so, how many? do they like them?

do they have a big family or a small family? no family?

where would they want to live if they could live anywhere? why?

are they happy in their current living situation? why or why not?

do they like living alone or with another person / other people?

did they go to college, or are they attending? did / do they like it?

what’s their dream job / profession? do they have one?

if they could control one thing in the world, what would it be?

do they like tv shows or movies? or neither?

do they have social media? do they like it or hate it? obsess over it?

do they have a creative outlet? if so, what is it?

where do they see themselves in 2 / 5 / 10 years?

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

Hello, I usually suck at making fancy promo posts, so how about this instead? If you know any people who’d love to interact with a newly-made Braum Roleplay Blog, please feel free to reblog this post and send the message out! Braum is ready to receive you with some warm and hearty boar pot-roast and big bear-hugs! \ 0 w 0 /

[justanotherrpmemeblog]

My character is under a truth serum, ask them anything.

MY CHARACTER HAS TO ANSWER TRUTHFULLY, NO MATTER THE QUESTION.

[infinite-xerath]

(icyheartxwarmsmile) "Braum is curious. What is it like to be a god? Braum would never know, he is fine with being goat herder!"

“Mere words cannot truly describe it… To feel so much power coursing through your very being; to see and understand the deepest secrets of magic… Indeed, such a state of being is far beyond men like you, but I applaud your acceptance of that fact.”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

infinite-xerath:

So then, this was a Freljordian man, hmm? He was so simple-minded that Xerath couldn’t help but find him amusing. Maybe it would be worth humoring this ‘Braum’ with a bit of conversation, if only because he felt the humor would be reciprocated. “Because the might of magic is far superior to that of any mountain… But I concede there is a time and a place for brute strength.” That was why he kept Renekton around, after-all…

Then, suddenly, Braum revealed his shield, and Xerath couldn’t help but be intrigued by it. “Is it common for simple goat farmers to carry such equipment in the Freljord?” After but a brief moment of examination, the Magus provided his own answer. “Yes, without a doubt, your shield is enchanted. You say this was done by a witch? If her goal was to try and hex you, she has failed utterly.”

Haha, this man was a funny one! Surely he could see that his shield had withstood its share of magic from time to time! But he decided not to speak of it, it would be rude. Still, he was curious as he heard Xerath think the witch was out to hex him. “Hex Braum? Hah, Braum would like to see her try!” he chortles happily.

“But no, this no ordinary witch! It is the ice witch, Lissandra! They say she has powers to freeze all of Runeterra in ice! Of course, Braum thinks it’s a bit excessive, even for rumors!”

[icyheartxwarmsmile]

musingsofanartstudent:

Darius’ axe is raised in defense before he sees just who is behind him. The heart of the Freljord. Darius’ axe is lowered and a small smile even forms on his dry lips. 

“I’m just passing through.” Darius says honestly, sticking his axe in the snow so it’s standing beside him. “Don’t exactly know where I’m headed yet though. I’m just…existing at the moment.”  

“Well, existing sounds good enough for Braum!” Braum nods as if he thought those were sagely words to live by. Then again, he was a simple man with a simple life. “Well, if you are not heading anywhere special, maybe head along with Braum? Braum is on his way to gather wood for warm, toasty fire!”