An RPG-style illustration of a weary Viking merchant named Karls trudging through his expansive but worn estate, overseeing humble Viking workers who appear fatigued and overworked. The scene depicts the Viking era with detailed but aged wooden longhouses and storerooms showing signs of neglect. Karls, dressed in practical but frayed Viking attire, carries an air of responsibility and concern. The workers, clad in simple, worn-out period-appropriate clothing, labor under the harsh conditions. The high-quality 8K resolution captures every detail, from the weathered wooden structures to the coarse, utilitarian fabrics of the garments. The environment is shadowed and somber, with overcast skies and rugged terrain, emphasizing a sense of hardship and perseverance without any anachronisms or stereotypes."