Please continue, I really love this story and its written so well

The shoulder pads are called Lorica Segmantata.

Tis fine! We all have busy schedules at some point, the readers understand.
Though I'm super curious as to where this story will go. Keep up the good work!

Doing great, but try an add some more HYTTD characters.

Wow. This is amazing. I love that you started with Astrid instead of Hiccup. I also like the details in the character's actions, especially when describing Dun Broch's inhabitants and their wariness.

I love the way that the stoyline is going! Keep up the great work!

Great description and writing overall. I'm intrigued and want to read more. You got the accents of the Scots really well in words, I can hear it when I read. Looks good!