• Jankatarch@lemmy.world
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    19 hours ago

    Man Valhalla must suck extra. It’s like being a toddler and playing soccer with the grown-ups.

    Imagine thinking you will be the elite warrior hero but then WW2 plane pilots and tank operators that died during battle show up.

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      16 hours ago

      Entrance to Valhalla doesn’t depend on your killstreak. It’s more about your warrior spirit. The Norse likely would have respected warriors who fought against equal or stronger enemies more than those who cowardly fought against weaker foes. Remember, the battle for Ragnarok will be against titanic monsters and giants. The Norse believed they would be the underdogs in that fight.

      For instance, I doubt remote drone operators would qualify, although your example of WW2 tank and plane crew definitely could.

      • CPMSP@midwest.social
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        16 hours ago

        Absolutely! Also why Berserkers were a thing - to charge into battle with a weapon in each hand and no defense showed their spirit like not much else could.

        So that they could join the immortal dead and live on as legend while they feast and prepare with Thor for the end times.