Sigurd

> *"I can't let you stop this. This is my people's destiny and I was chosen to see it through."* — Sigurd
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Sigurd is the leader of Team Berserk who tried to eliminate Dragon types in the Hedne region.

Art by Bonus Level

## Biographical Information

### First Appearance

What If Scandinavia Was a Pokémon Region?

## Early Life

Sigurd originally cared about Dragon type Pokémon and didn't consider them evil, like the rest of his kin. However, one day he was attacked by a Dragon type Pokémon at some point, leaving some scars on his face. This event made him want to wipe out Dragon types just like his fellow Team Berserk members.

## What If Scandinavia Was A Pokémon Region?

Sigurd arrives in Hedne with Kára, Björn, and Team Berserk with the intention of eliminating Dragon types from the region. While Professor Sylvatica, Fjölnir, Isa, and Otso are at the shrine, he leads the initial attack in Hedne. He introduces himself to the four as the leader of Team Berserk and says that they're the descendants of the original group that was banished from the region. He asks people to willingly hand over their Dragon types so Team Berserk can eliminate them without hurting anyone, but Isa/Otso resists. While they are fighting the grunts, Sigurd corners Sylvatica. He is disgusted that she's holding a dragon egg and steals it from her. He keeps the egg with him as Team Berserk retreats from Fjölnir's retaliation, exclaiming that they've only begun to fight.

He later reappears at the observatory deck, staring at the region under the northern lights. Sigurd begins talking to Isa/Otso and commends them for their strength and passion. However, this strength is a threat to Team Berserk and he takes it upon himself to defeat them in battle. After his loss, he allows Isa/Otso to ask why he's using the Dragon type he stole from Sylvatica. He talks about how he received his scars and says that the dragon is simply a reminder of everything he's fighting against. He fully intends on killing the starter once he achieves his goals. He points to the northern lights, which turn a bright golden color and reveals that Kára and Björn have awaken the legendary that will create a blizzard, which will kill all of the Dragon types.

As the blizzard rages, Sigurd is found deep within Team Berserk's fortress with Frosqual trapped in a machine that enhances its weather influence. Before Isa/Otso can free Frosqual, Sigurd reveals himself. Unlike at the observatory where he was overconfident and wild, he is significantly more tense as he talks to the trainer. He admits that he genuinely wishes there was another option, but it's his destiny to fulfill his people's goal. Sigurd also admits that he is more hesitant than before and has even befriended the dragon he stole. Regardless of his emotions, Sigurd won't allow Isa/Otso to stop his plans and battles them. He is solemn when he loses and contemplates his views on the world. He ultimately realizes that Dragon types are just like other Pokémon, some friendly, some aggressive. He releases Frosqual back into the wild, ending the blizzard, and thanks Isa/Otso. Sigurd admits that Team Berserk won't be disbanded, as the people where he lives most likely won't receive his revelation well, but he will certainly try to change their minds. Björn and Kára rush inside the fortress to tell him the news and work out a plan to fix the problem. However, they are confused when they see Sigurd talking with Isa/Otso and start to interject, but Sigurd simply says that they are going home. They try to object but Sigurd says that Team Berserk isn't as noble as he once thought. Although the admins are distraught at Sigurd's claims, they obey his orders to rally the grunts and leave the region. Before he leaves, Sigurd says that he will help protect Hedne if Team Berserk ever invades again.

## What If I Made a Pokémon Game?

While the alternate version of Sigurd himself does not appear in Dimension Z-13B mission in the “What If I Made A Pokémon Game?” video, it can be assumed that he is the one leading the invasion of Kalos. However, he can be encountered as a bonus boss. He mentions that his troops returned to him battle-worn and that he wanted to see how strong the trainer who defeated them was. After his defeat, Sigurd admires the Player's strength and says that he might've walked a different path in life if they had met sooner.

## Pokémon Team

### Hedne

Encounter 1: Piloswine, Mawile, Alolan Ninetails, Hednean Stantler, Dragma/Gogoggles/Lantirinum (Will have whichever has the advantage against the player's starter)

Encounter 2: Mamoswine, Mawile, Alolan Ninetails, Hednean Stantler, Ignizen/Gogonder/Dracodula

### Dimension Z-13B

Bonus Encounter: Mamoswine, Mawile, Alolan Ninetails, Hednean Stantler, Abomasnow, Lapras

## Triva

* Sigurd's outfit has several dragon-type elements, including Kommo-o scales, Noivern fur, and a Haxorous tusk axe.
* Sigurd's early concept art was used to represent Hedne's Dragon type gym leader.
* According to one of Mr. Buddy's Twitter posts, Sigurd often tries to arm wrestle a fully grown Ursaring to varying results.