Nordic Raid

**Nordic Raid** is a pagan death metal band hailing from Kiel, Germany, formed in 2014 by guitarists Finn Suchau and Momme Petereit alongside drummer Arthur Vollborn. Known for their Viking-themed lyricism and anthemic melodies, the band combines sweeping guitar tones with folk-tinged aggression, as showcased on their 2020 debut album *Rise of the Northmen* and the 2023 EP *Valkyrie's Flight* (featuring tracks like "Heathen" and "Protector of Thunder and Storm"). Their independent releases, including the blistering "Bloodrage" and the anthem "As Pagans We Are Born," emphasize thunderous rhythms and mythic storytelling, solidifying their niche in the pagan metal underground.