Norse Gatherers form the basis of your economy. Make sure you have enough Gatherers to generate a steady inflow of resources, but remember they are weak in combat and can only plant Farms. Norse infantry are used to build and repair all other buildings.

The lands of Scandinavia, like those of Greece, were not great for agriculture and the growing season in the north is short. The villagers of the Norse, by necessity, were spread out in small bands that supplanted their limited crops with hunting, gathering, and fishing. The harsh climate and demanding life of the Norse forced them to become particularly good as craftsmen, explorers, traders, colonizers, and raiders.