boðmaður
A boðmaður was a historical messenger or herald, particularly prevalent in Norse and Germanic cultures. The term derives from the Old Norse word "boð," meaning "message" or "command," and "maðr," meaning "man." Boðmenn served as crucial intermediaries, carrying news, proclamations, and sometimes even battle plans between individuals, communities, or rulers.
Their role extended beyond simple delivery. A boðmaður was often expected to be eloquent, persuasive, and trustworthy,