I loved this chapter! It was so devastating but filled with suspense. Can't wait to discover the truth. there is nothing better than a small disaster to begin the grand conflict :)
The culture of the Clans is certainly one that I would never like to live under. The Clansmen are far too rough and far too restrained by their traditions for me.
I might be a little inspired by the Vikings....I'm glad its coming across that way though! I wanted it to be brutal. I was nervous it wasn't rough enough.
@Frances, Oh, I see a bit of the influence now! They were honestly a great people, despite their cruel ways. And don't worry, you're doing a fine job of making the Clansmen brutal. :)