Levitas Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I've created a back story for my Wolf Lord but the name just isnt sitting. Yeah, another WL to name! His original name was Ghostclaw, but just dont think its epic enough or fitting. I've scoured name generators, viking info and norse names. But nothings sticking. heres a lil of his fluff. Wolf Lord Johann Ghostclaw - The Night stalker, The Wayward White Wolf, The Storyteller It has been sometime since Johann Ghostclaw and his night wolves have set foot in the hallowed halls of the fang. Some say the great wolf grew tired of his eccentric ways and constant breaking of tradition so sent him on the most distant missions. Others say Ghostclaws pursuit of an undefeated foe has pulled his great company further into the unknown systems. The truth, as with most tales about Ghostclaw, is hard to find. As a bloodclaw, he would tell boastful stories of his heroics to the wolfpriests. Causing brawling amongst his pack as honor was constantly questioned. But Johann could handle a blade and was always impetuous to get to the front lines, hungering for glory that he could tell of to anyone that would listen. Even as a grey hunter he would push his pack forward on the heels of the bloodclaws. Some say he never lost the headstrong nature of a young wolf, and was destined for greatness or a swift demise. Having reached the status of wolfguard, Ghostclaw made one leap too far on the world of Eros. The Night wolves were on a joint campaign with astartes from the Raven Guard 8th company. Fighting an elusive foe in the Dark Eldar, both chapters were suffering heavy casulaties in the claustrophobic hives of Eros. Johann watched the Raven Guard assault squads beat his men to the fray in several frustrating encounters. Not be outdone the Wolfguard battle leader strapped on a jump pack himself and lead the skyclaws of the great company on raids in the ruined heights of the hives. With much success he pushed higher and higher, until one ill-fated ambush caught him and his men out. A poisend blade to the back ended his campaign, or so the wolf priests thought. Ghostclaw tells the story a different way each time, depending on the amount of ale he has consumed. One version says that in the red dream he bargained with Russ to let him return and claim victory for his company. Others tell of a white wolf that guided him back to the land of the living, and protects him to this day. What ever the cause, Johann did wake and let out a low eerie howl in the dead of night. The Eros campaign didn't end well for either the Raven Guard or The Night Wolves, many great heroes were lost. But the Wolf Guard was changed by his brush with death, more patient and calculated than he had been before. Taking command of the great company, at the loss of their wolf lord, he vowed to chase down the pirates and avenge his fallen brothers. Since that day the Wolf Lord has shown almost supernatural resilience to the most horrific of wounds, fighting on and still hungry for glory. Seemingly taking a random path across the stars, but saving hundreds of Imperial worlds on their voyages. Tell tale signs of the Night Wolves come in the still of night. The whine of jump packs and the rumble of rhinos, heralded by the low eerie howl of the white wolf. The great company holds many traditions, one being that the last into combat is the last to receive his victory tankard of Fenrsian ale. Many of its packs will not stay on foot and mount rhinos, bikes, speeders and jump packs to close the gap quickly. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Lucas Raziel Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Shadowfang? Blacktalon? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2126174 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levitas Posted September 26, 2009 Author Share Posted September 26, 2009 Shadowfang? Blacktalon? I like Shadowfang, definitely a possibility! Thanks Captian Lucas Raziel. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2126176 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rokafort Stonewolf Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I actually like Ghostclaw. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2126413 Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectre312 Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I like Ghostclaw too.... Shadowfang is cool too. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2126622 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodgers37 Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I really want to start making some names up, i would like to do a nice background thing, and make my whole army look really nice, but i just can't think of any names..... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2126635 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levitas Posted September 27, 2009 Author Share Posted September 27, 2009 I was also thinking Shadowstrike? or Shadow runner. Really cant decide at this point! Should I just keep Ghost claw?? Rodgers37, you can make up names using a few easy components. Look at Scandinavian names for first names. Then the second name usually comprises of 2 or 3 elements. Something elemental, or primal. Then part of the wolf like, fang, rend etc. Even add in colors like red, or black. So say Eryk Blackfang, Tor Star-render, or Egil Red-iron etc . Also make the model and look at what his personality might be. Is he a big brute with a huge hammer, or a dynamic and swift fighter with dual frost blades. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127117 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnus Thane Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 Runetooth, Bloodaxe, Lupine, Howler, Mooncry,...? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127158 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levitas Posted September 27, 2009 Author Share Posted September 27, 2009 Runetooth, Bloodaxe, Lupine, Howler, Mooncry,...? I like mooncry, thanks Magnus, added to the pot!. Really cool suggestions, I can fill out my wolfguard names too! really appreciate the brainstorm gentlemen :D What do you think of: Shadowclaw Nightclaw Nightcry Nightgazer Nightstrike Doomcall Doomcry Doomfang Ghostrunner Any faves, further suggestions?? Think the wolf lurking in the shadows preparing to strike, then the lightning pounce in the dead of night. That kinda vibe? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127311 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Captain Kezef Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I prefer Ghostclaw to be honest. It sounds less corny, less forced than the more obvious shadowfang style names. Ghostclaw is unique and hints at a story to be told. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127315 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levitas Posted September 27, 2009 Author Share Posted September 27, 2009 I prefer Ghostclaw to be honest. It sounds less corny, less forced than the more obvious shadowfang style names. Ghostclaw is unique and hints at a story to be told. Well, I guess that really is his name! Sometimes the first idea is the right one huh :D Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127320 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother-Captain Sicarius Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 I prefer Ghostclaw to be honest. It sounds less corny, less forced than the more obvious shadowfang style names. Ghostclaw is unique and hints at a story to be told. Well, I guess that really is his name! Sometimes the first idea is the right one huh :P in case you still want to change it you do have the option to bothe change and keep it... translate it ;) ghost claw in danish wold be "spøgelses klo" remove the space that i made by the way, it was only there so you had an idea of where ghost and claw would be split ;) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127449 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkangeldentist Posted September 27, 2009 Share Posted September 27, 2009 Nice background, interesting to hear about joint exploits. As for a name suggestion...Spirit walker Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127466 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freman Bloodglaive Posted September 28, 2009 Share Posted September 28, 2009 Winterheart Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/179640-wolf-lord-needs-better-name/#findComment-2127711 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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