Brennisian Pantheon

Unlike in many of the other religions, the gods and goddesses of the people of Brennis were believe to have been mortals who, through their great deeds, ascended to godhood. Some believe there is some greater creator god who grants this boon to others, though not all believe such tales. Regardless, those who do recognize that this greater god has no other impact on the world than creating new gods. There are numerous gods believed in by the Brennisians, but only a few considered to be major gods.

The Four Pillars

In Brennisian religious practice, four gods are held above the rest as the most powerful and influential in society. While not all are as revered as some of the 'lesser' gods, they are nonetheless known the be more important in the cosmos.

Aradamus the Thunderous

Aradamus the Thunderous is the God of War in the Brennisian Pantheon. Once a great military commander, who legend says managed to conquer half of Forelle and the northwest coast of Voreld, Aradamus has over the centuries been elevated to the status of god-hood. The stories make him out to be a peerless soldier with mastery over the skies, sending lightning bolts to strike down his foes as his endless armies approach. Aradamus is most commonly worshipped by soldiers of Brennis, who long to return their nation to its former glory in conquest, or to emulate this perfect solider.

Aurelia the Radiant

Aurelia is the Goddess of Healing and Medicine in the religious life of the Brennisians. In life, Aurelia was thought to have possessed mystical powers, being able to heal even the most plague-stricken individuals. As time went on, legends of her healing power grew greater and she became recognized as a goddess, said to watch over the ill and perform miracles, much like she did in life. It is said that when this happens, a radiant light shines down from above. She is primarily worshiped by those that continue her duty as healers, although when illness rears its ugly head, those sick and dying often pray to her. She is one of the more important goddesses of the island and most medicine bears her symbol.

Democles the Strange

Democles the Strange is considered the God of the Unusual and Miscreant by his worshipers. Previously a criminal in past life, renowned and infamous in his seemingly god-given and unnatural abilities. Democles is said to have been able to pick any pocket, roll the perfect hand of dice in a gamble, some tales suggesting he could predict the future. His deeds of misbehavior, luck, and recklessness echo on as he is worshiped by gamblers, thieves, or those in a poor patch of luck looking for a rise.

Khloros the Vile

The God of the Tomb, Khloros was once a gravekeeper according to the ancient tales. Living for more than a century, it was said that everyone who had been alive at his time of birth was buried at some point during his longevity, many by his own efforts. A quiet and cold man, Khloros became immortalized after being the oldest living human not only in Forelle, but possibly the entire realm at the time. Ironically becoming a beacon to pray to for a long life and the delaying of death, Khloros himself is thought to be the one who reaps life, returning the people to dust when their inevitable time is over.

Lesser Gods

While not all of these gods are worshipped as heavily as some of the Four Pillars, and indeed not all are even recognized as gods by worshippers, there are still numerous other beings believed to hold supernatural power in the world. Some are even more popular than certain of the less popular Pillars, but even so are known to be less powerful.

Elphabus the Enigmatic

Patron of actors and liars, Elphabus was once a Prima Donna of the highest quality. An actor not only in profession, but in all aspects of life, she rose through society from a farmer's daughter to the most beloved socialite in her short life. She had a way of making everyone comfortable enough to share their secrets, information she used to her advantage as she increased her station. However, her willingness to betray others eventually became her downfall as she was murdered by a scorned lover. While not desiring her fate, most actors and politician do greatly desire her abilities in deception.

Fiorina the Chromatic

visual art

Panitari the Euphonious

music

Calixtus the Opulent

wealth

Amara the Tender

family/love

Sextus the Bold

lust/ambition

Vitalis the Bountiful

plant/animal production