Birth Name: Ungrulf Ellrulfsson
Given Name: Ulfric the Brave
Title: Prince of Gothland
Age: 17
Gender: Male
Homeland: Gothland, Sweden
Kingdom: House of Ellrulf
Clan: Ulfhednar
Mother: Astrid Olafsdottir
Father: Ellrulf Trygvirsson
Boat: Ormbatur the Dragonship
Mount: Hross the Clydesdale
Weapon: Ulfsfanga the Ulfberht

Prince Úlfric (b. Ungrulf Ellrulfsson c. 800-900 C.E.) is the heir apparent of King Ellrulf, founder and chieftain of the independent Vikingr petty kingdom which bears his name. Originating from the Swedish island of Göthland in the Baltic Sea, it is sometimes referred to as the Kingdom of Göthland (or the House of Ellrulf) and is said to be the native homeland of some of the fiercest Vikingr warriors who ever existed. King Ellrulf's name is Nordic for "Older Wolfe" while his son Prince Ungrulf's name is Nordic for "Younger Wolfe," distinguishing them both as legitimate father and son. As his father won many battles, never dying but instead growing to a ripe old age, the 17-year-old Prince Ungrulf became the new clan leader, subservient only to his aging father the king. Ungrulf Ellrulfsson's childhood name was changed when he reached adulthood and became the new clan leader. His father gave him the new name Prince Úlfric, a Nordic name which means "Wolfe Ruler" in their native homeland. Úlfric's household is entirely Göthic, made up of Pagans and heathens who worship King Ödin, the king of the gods. Prince Úlfric and his kinfolk are known to be Úlfhédinns, an extreme class of Vikingr warriors who are notorious for their fierceness in battle.

Úlfhéthnar is a Nordic term meaning "Wolfecoats," as these specialized warriors are distinguished by their wolfskin pelts and hoods, similar to bérserkar (their bearskinned counterparts). The úlfhédnar are famous for their legendary rage in battle, often gnashing their teeth, growling, snarling, foaming at the mouth and sometimes howling like rabid wolves to intimidate their enemies. It is said that once they enter this trance-like state, they become immune to both fire and iron, feeling no pain. They are known to charge with their shamelessly naked war-painted bodies on to the battlefield with not even so much as a shield or body armor to protect themselves, fearlessly armed with simple axes and spears. They are especially gifted in raiding and shock troop battles, where it is said they can rip a man's head off with the strength of their bare hands, often biting off their enemy's noses, fingers and ears in a fit of blood lust. They are super strong, super fast and super scary according to those who have witnessed the úlfhédinns in war. Despite being illiterate and somewhat primitive, Prince Úlfric's wolfecoats are often employed by other kingdoms as mercenaries and bodyguards, if for no other reason than their frightening appeal. Many great kings have fled or had their armies routed in fear just at the very sight of Prince Úlfric's clansmen. Needless to say, the House of Ellrulf has been very successful in acquiring wealth and silver. Many fables and myths are based on these Göthic warlords, though mostly based in fantasy than on any real historical accuracy.

Prince Úlfric is a nobleman of higher standing, but this is only apparent by his expensively fine Ulfberht sword. Other than this silver inlaid Viking sword which bears the letters +VLFBERHT+ inscribed on its blade, it is nearly impossible to distinguish Prince Úlfric from any of his other clansmen. His sword's own unique name is Úlfsfanga, meaning "Wolfes Catcher" or "Wolfs Fang" in the Nordic language. The sword itself has been the topic of many a Norse Saga originating from Göthland and Northern Europe. Prince Úlfric is not very tall for a Viking nobleman, nor does he have blonde hair and blue eyes (as the depiction of tall blue-eyed blondes is a foreign stereotype). Instead he is shorter and stockier, more robust. Although some of his fellow kinsman are comparable to 7-foot jötunns, the prince himself is only 5'4" tall with nearly straight black shoulder-length hair and dark brown or hazel eyes. Being so young, Prince Úlfric does have some facial hair but he has yet to grow a full beard. Oddly enough, although he is only 17-years-old, Úlfric is already showing signs of grey hair and there is a weary but fiercely cold look in his eyes that can only come from a lifetime of post traumatic stress. He was doing hard labor at the age of 13 , predestined to marry his first wife at the age of 14, considered an adult at age 15, killed his first enemy in battle at the age of 16, and at 17-years-old he now rules his father's kingdom. Úlfric's life was typical for the time period in which he was born.

Despite his hard life as a Viking however, Úlfric grew up strong and healthy. What he lacks in size, he makes up for with his muscular tone and physical strength. He is strong like an ox and fully capable of sprinting long strides over rocky mountains where the air is thinner. He has incredible stamina and lots of endurance. As the king's heir, Úlfric learned many skills he would need later in life. He learned horsemanship, swordsmanship, leadership, hunting, wrestling, crafting, fishing and many other skills he would need in order to survive. Prince Úlfric owns a draught Clydesdale named Hröss, which is simply the Nordic word for a horse. It's not a very fast horse, used mostly as a working or pulling horse, but he's incredibly strong and muscular just like Úlfric himself. Prince Úlfric is described as bold, silent and wise for his age. In warfare, the enemy's eyes are the first to be captured by his hellish and fearful appearance. Úlfric is considered to be thoughtful, cheerful and generous just like his father. That is, if you are his clansmen. To his enemies, Úlfric has a blood-thirsty reputation for being godless and savage. Few seldom live to talk about it. Úlfric also owns a Vikingr longship known as the Ormbátur, meaning "Dragon Boat" in his Göthic mother language.

Úlfric's seafaring longship is so intricately designed that many have mistaken the Ormbátur for an actual dragon or sea serpent, adding to the ghost stories surrounding him. Prince Úlfric has many siblings, all younger than himself with stories of their own. His mother's name is Queen Astrid (b. Astrid Olafsdóttir) of the House of Ellrulf in Göthland, where she plays a major role in Vikingr society. Queen Astrid is the noble daughter of King Olaf, originally from the House of Yngvi in Sweden before marrying into the House of Ellrulf where she now controls King Ellrulf's finances and domestic affairs. When the men were away at sea, raiding or hunting, Queen Astrid became the voice of the people. It was her duty to lead the women, raise the children, help the sick or elderly. Queen Astrid was also considered the voice of reason, often viewed by Vikingr as the wise old mother who gives council. She is now very old, though not as old as King Ellrulf, and many Vikingr still look to her as a prophet, oracle or arch-witch. Queen Astrid is often cared for and accompanied by her daughters, just as King Ellrulf is accompanied by his sons. Prince Úlfric is the main clan leader now, however, while his elderly parents have taken a more minor role in leading the kingdom. He is subservient to his mother and father now simply out of filial piety, although sometimes he is forced to speak out against his father's senile commands. For despite being old, feeble, crippled, slightly blind and deaf, the great King Ellrulf still tries to lead the people and fight heroically as if he is still young. Prince Úlfric counters his father's bravery and judgment by volunteering to fight in his stead, insisting that his father should stay behind to protect the women and children. This of course is gestured just out of respect, seeing as it is actually the women and children who protect and take care of the aging senile king. The House of Ellrulf has many small vassalages and villages, but Prince Úlfric's main town hall or Vikingr lodge is located on the island of Göthland itself, deep within the inland hills overlooking a vast dense forest.