Religion of the Realms - An Introduction

The gods of Argent are many and vary widely in their influence and aspect.

The eldest and first god is named Homol; He that created the world then forgot. Homol is recognized though he is not worshipped, he answers no prayers, he has no avatars that deliver his will, and no temples are dedicated to him. He has departed the world he created and no man or god knows where Homol now walks.

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Those who rule above the immortal pantheon are the three greater gods, beings who wield power and influence surpassing all the other deities and demi-gods recognized by man.

Y'Gaz the Despoiler is the eldest, he is darkness and evil incarnate, and he is the original antagonist and the opposer of creation. Worship of Y'Gaz is forbidden in the empire and the punishment for those few wicked or insane people who would practice his loathsome rituals of sacrifice is severe. Though his worship is banned and his worshippers persecuted, there still lurk a few blood soaked temples and shrines to the Despiser in the dark places of the world.

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The citizens of the empire enjoy the privilege of worshipping the sibling gods Brok and Amphia and all their allied gods

Brok the War-God, Lord of the Contest, is a god who requires no great cathedrals, who is worshipped in many temples dedicated to other gods. Shrines to Brok are found in churches, merchant halls, castles, arenas, and battlefields across the realm.

Amphia the Great Mother is fondly embraced by all peoples, her churches are found in small villages and large cities alike. Every house of honest worship holds an alter dedicated to the All-Mother and she has many churches and convents in her name. Amphia and her worshipers bring life, health, and happiness to the world. .

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