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As seen on my Ancients a go go image - my OC Scandinavia.A couple of people were saying they wanted to see a non-SD version of him, so I went both ways and did a proper 'grown' version and an attempt at imitating Hidekaz' style of chibi (which is easier said than done, what with his random adding lines and annoying way of colouring things FFFF)
But yes. Scandinavia.
After Germania left for the south, Scandinavia grew into a region in his own right, eventually becoming father to Denmark, Norway and (much later on) Iceland. He also adopted Finland having found him nearby (Feno-scandinavia). Sweden... he was never sure on. He always resembled his brother more than him, but he adored him all the same. His relationship with his brother is a little strained, with Germania looking down on him and constantly treating him like a child. It didn't help that Scandinavia had a crush on Rome, despite Rome not really looking past Germania to the far north. Scandinavia as a region is only mentioned in passing in Roman writings, whilst archaeological evidence shows Scandinavia itself was eager to import and imitate Roman style goods and the like. Rome's fleeting interest is reflected in the way his Latin name keeps changing depending on the writer (Codanonia, Scatinavia, Scandia, Scandza, etc).
Personality wise, he's very softly spoken, and not in great control of his emotions. He's also somewhat naive/gullible and trusting. Over winter, he always has tears in his eyes, quick to cry whether it's from fear, confusion or happiness. Moreover, he sometimes has difficultly understanding things beyond literal meaning. Then of course there is berserkergang. When angered, he becomes fearsome and hyper-violent, not hesitating to rip through his enemies in a blind rage. Despite being so soft hearted, he can be very stubborn when he wants (usually in the face of his brother trying to marry him off).
He loves apples '3'
Eventually, as his children became strong enough entities to exist as near-nations in their own rights (and to get away from his brother), he set sail to travel east, becoming Varangian and eventually Kievan Rus’ (which I will be writing up next).
... Originally he was just Kievan Rus’, but I needed a way to make the Viking migration issue work in Hetalia-terms so Scandinavia he became... I'm a Normanist, deal with it. B| Any questions are welcome!
[EDIT - Made a character sheet with more in depth stuff on him [link] ]
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Comments: 148
Changesforever In reply to ??? [2010-04-25 05:31:33 +0000 UTC]
You're planning to turn this guy to Russia?
Then Ivan Braginsky sure will have an interesting history to tell...
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thetruehaku In reply to Changesforever [2010-09-06 22:19:01 +0000 UTC]
no he's russia's father
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Reij-i In reply to ??? [2010-03-29 19:53:56 +0000 UTC]
He's beautiful, more beautiful than I imagine Scandinavia. Where's the beard? xD
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StardustThief In reply to ??? [2010-02-09 01:26:51 +0000 UTC]
Fantastic character!!! nice story too, it's really well done
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Kylkiluu [2010-01-12 12:15:51 +0000 UTC]
First I was like "Why SCANDINAVIA is crying? Usually it's said that people from the North are quiet, cold, rough and little scary too. At least some of us from Finland are..." But your explanation is good. : DD
And the character, it's lovely. Very nice warm-looking clothes~<3 I like them~
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Mirianna16 [2009-12-10 16:34:58 +0000 UTC]
Hi there!! Niiice character! I play Norway in a French Roleplaying Hetalia Forum, and I was wondering if I could suggest your Scandinavia as a potential playable character. Nordics needs a real father (I personally see Scandinavia has a better Father than Germania anyway *curse him and is "favourites"* We'll give you the credit for the character, and we'll try to stay as OC as you wrote it. Thank you.
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R-ninja In reply to Mirianna16 [2009-12-13 11:19:20 +0000 UTC]
I see no reason why not. If possible, though, maybe wait until I've done more stuff exploring his personality? I already RP him somewhere myself if you'd like sample threads of him - just so you can see him played in action.
So yes - not a problem as long as he is played well and I'm given all credit for the character.
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Mirianna16 In reply to R-ninja [2009-12-13 15:46:12 +0000 UTC]
Well, since it's a suggestion for a character on the forum, he might not be picked yet. As for the sample it would be very nice!!
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Nighten-Gail [2009-12-01 17:03:37 +0000 UTC]
He is ADORABLE. I think one of the sides of my family hails from the ascandinavian heritage. This is cool. :3
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lovely-blood-rose In reply to ??? [2009-11-27 04:18:06 +0000 UTC]
Both Scandinavia and Rus' are so well done I love all the patterns you use for both designs! They're so pretty.
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Kaiju-Borru-Zetto In reply to ??? [2009-11-26 00:10:40 +0000 UTC]
Love the image. It's just so awesome o w o
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Royal-Guard-Lover In reply to ??? [2009-11-22 23:17:03 +0000 UTC]
wow thats really cool! nice design!
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DeiWentBOOM In reply to ??? [2009-11-16 15:40:18 +0000 UTC]
oh my .. ~
You make me so happy being Scandinavian
... plus he's really beautiful
and the hair!
GOD~
GIEF ME YOUR SKILLS WOMAN *__* ~ <3
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VulpesFire In reply to ??? [2009-11-15 18:52:11 +0000 UTC]
Oh Scandinavia, WHY SO MOE???
Personally, I think you hit Hidekaz's chibi style head on and your regular drawing of him makes him look very handsome~
Now, if you'll excuse me...
*lures him away with some apples*
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Pitafish In reply to ??? [2009-11-15 03:28:21 +0000 UTC]
I love this picture, I really do, but I feel the need to point out something in the description:
I thought Finland wasn't a part of Scandanavia.
It's Nordic, but not Scandanavian. The other four Nordics have similar histories with Vikings and languages, but I'm still not sure if there were any Finnish vikings...
If anything, the character Finland is closely related to Estonia, what with the similar languages and the love for bread in their food culture.
Do correct me if I'm wrong.
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R-ninja In reply to Pitafish [2009-11-15 15:05:41 +0000 UTC]
Oh no no, sorry, I should have worded that better - you are quite right that Finland wasn't included in older mappings of Scandinavia (the Roman one cuts off around Sweden). However, as he becomes Kievan Rus', I was also looking to include the Fennoscandian aspects in this particular Scandinavia. I may have simplified things a little too much, but please do let me know if there's anything really really wrong.
As for how Estonia ties in... I'll be covering that when I come to do Baltia. It's a pretty big family.
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fir3h34rt In reply to ??? [2009-11-14 16:36:04 +0000 UTC]
You've got a better grasp of his personality more than me. People keep correcting me on my Ancients versions (though no one's said anything about my Scandia..more so over Saami...) Hmm...I made a separate character for Kievan Rus/Ruthenia.
(sorry if I borrowed pieces of your Scandianvia design...*sweat*)
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R-ninja In reply to fir3h34rt [2009-11-14 22:25:31 +0000 UTC]
Thanks~
Have to say, having just seen your OC pictures, I half thought they were supposed to be mine. Maybe if you're doing your versions of them, you should make new designs in case people get confused?
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fir3h34rt In reply to R-ninja [2009-11-15 20:14:07 +0000 UTC]
well, they're really only sketches, I was going to change some of them actually, cause I don't like how they look.
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freivolk In reply to ??? [2009-11-14 14:35:34 +0000 UTC]
Great pic. Scandinavia look awesome.
Hm, if he is the Kiever Rus. So he must be the father or grandfather of Ukrania, Russia and Belarus.
Maybe he meet Mother Slavia in the East.
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R-ninja In reply to freivolk [2009-11-14 15:24:01 +0000 UTC]
Thanks!
He's their father, yes. I'll be sure to write up what happened when I do his character image :'D
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balletvamp [2009-11-14 07:52:58 +0000 UTC]
He looks absolutely stunning. Beautiful job! And what a great idea too! :3
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ToraTora-chan [2009-11-14 06:22:31 +0000 UTC]
Scandanvia was the one I most wanted to see from your "Ancients-a-go-go" piece~!
I'm a fan~! He's so cute~!!
I'd love to see the berserkergang~~ C:
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Juunanaflavoredfoods In reply to ??? [2009-11-14 04:13:47 +0000 UTC]
Oh, god, this is so awesome. Since I'm a total nerd and currently going through an English history course, you have no idea how happy it makes me that you're gonna do a Gaul.
And Scandinavia is gorgeous~ I love your colors, and the chibi really does look like the style you wanted. Awesome job!
~juu
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darkside-ky In reply to ??? [2009-11-14 04:13:21 +0000 UTC]
It's LINK'S GIRLY COUSIN! EEEEE!
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darkside-ky In reply to darkside-ky [2009-11-14 04:13:53 +0000 UTC]
Link loves apples too you know!
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EternalValkyrie In reply to ??? [2009-11-14 03:05:01 +0000 UTC]
He's sho cute ; u ;
<3
I do love Scandinavia..
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Irdi-Chan In reply to ??? [2009-11-14 02:49:27 +0000 UTC]
He's so very handsome -u- <3
But he does remind me of a big ol' Latvia.
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DarkestElemental616 In reply to ??? [2009-11-14 02:38:02 +0000 UTC]
Could he also be related to Latvia, with that personality...?
...will you be doing the other Ancients?
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R-ninja In reply to DarkestElemental616 [2009-11-14 02:44:01 +0000 UTC]
Funny you should say that...
I will probably be doing Gaul in addition to Kievan Rus', and my friend's Baltia (as he ties in quite heavily to Scandinavia's going ons - as well as what you just mentioned)
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DarkestElemental616 In reply to R-ninja [2009-11-14 04:07:31 +0000 UTC]
And Kievan Rus is related to Ukraine and Russia... :3 I love history thru Hetalia.
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R-ninja In reply to DarkestElemental616 [2009-11-14 04:24:43 +0000 UTC]
Makes sense right?
Familiy resemblance and all... (and yes, though making it work can be the biggest pain pff)
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DarkestElemental616 In reply to R-ninja [2009-11-14 06:57:49 +0000 UTC]
It's hard trying to make sense of vague historical boundaries and all through single characters.
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