[OOC] Tabrasa\- Born of Chaos.

[A Lowly Wretch]

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Before the age of man
Before the age of gods
There was

T a b r a s a

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None remember how it came to be. The world, it's wilds or even the beasts that roam it's face. When the first gods were born so too were the first of mankind. Since that day many more gods have been born into this world, each one formed around the many facets of reality. Light, Darkness, Fire, Ice, Earth, Winds, Waters and more are seen to by the beings who embody these very concepts.

They are shaped around a mysterious material known only as "Divine Cords", a strange string-like essence understood by none. It is this essence that separates gods from mortals and the inanimate. It is said the one who discovers the secret to harnessing the Divine Cords will transcend godhood itself to become the god of gods.

But there are more mysteries than that, both for men and deity alike. Those who know the ground and what lay beneath know that at the heart of the world lays a core encompassed by a great black shroud that is impenetrable to all known forces. None have seen behind the shroud, no matter the attempts thus far.

And while the dreams of men may be minded by gods the dreams of gods are minded by something else. The only evidence of this beings works lay in a dream the gods sometimes find themselves in. It is a dream of a dark cloudy land where nothing is distinct save a massive gate formed from a worn golden metal which has long lost it's luster from all appearances. None have seen past this gate for all attempts to break through it within these dreams have failed and they seem to scale upwards in an endless ascent no matter how far one flies to try and get above it.

So come. Shape the destinies of man and beast alike, Get tangled in the dreams and ambitions of fellow gods or strive to uncover the great mysteries within the lands of Tabrasa.

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Welcome!

To all newcomers and previous attendees to my take on this rp concept. As those returning from the other rp may note I've changed the background a certain amount. The changes aren't massively different from what was presented before however I've decided to keep what few details I've added secret for the sake of a semi-overarching plot which should provide some more things for our lovely deities to concern themselves with when they aren't embroiled in internal politics and strife or partying with one another and having fun. Overall I encourage everyone to imbue their gods and goddesses with driving ambition and gusto so as to make this exciting tale all the more interesting!

The Rules

#1: Obey the rules of this site.

#2: Be kind and respectful of one another. Contention is best saved for the gods, not the OOC thread.

#3: No making undeclared alterations to your CS in the CS thread. Please run all changes to your CS by me either directly or on the OOC before applying them to your CS. I do not wish to discourage world building or character evolution but it is not fair to continuously change one's character without so much as even a public mention. Anyone making undeclared alterations to their CS will be warned. Repeat offenders will be considered for removal from the RP.

#4: As this is a loosely guided sandbox rp there stands the possibility of adult content pertaining to violence and romance. While I do ask that people try to avoid gratuitous depictions of violence I do not restrict you from depicting violent situations. If anyone is sensitive to such topics then I recommend reconsidering application. Beyond this warning I offer no guarantees.

#5: If you've read the rules add the phrase "Put that on my Tabula" in quotation marks at the very bottom of the CS.

#6: Do not destroy, exploit or control another player's deity or their creations without the owner's permission. Outside of extraordinary circumstances there is no valid reason for depriving a player of agency over their creations.

#7: Only submit your CS to the CS thread after you have received my confirmation of your character. This applies to any additional characters you may create as well.

#8: While all manner of creatures are allowed to be left to their own devices as NPC's deities are too important. Any deity that is left without a player to run it will be removed from the world.

#9: The rules may be subject to change. I should not have to change them much if at all and I will certainly try to make sure I announce that the rules have changed before any such changes are made so no one is caught unaware. Nonetheless if changes are made and transgressions are made out of ignorance of said changes even when those changes were publicly announced then I shall issue a warning to the transgressor. After a warning if such transgressions are repeated I shall consider removal.

Lore of Note

- Humanity as a species was born at the very same time the oldest of the known gods were made. Since then they have only just begun to establish tribes and still live in hunter/gatherer societies.

- All beings imbued with Divine Cords are, amongst many things, granted everlasting life. Such beings can be killed but so long as their Divine Cords are safe their physical form will regrow around them. This period of regrowth takes a long time however and leaves the destroyed being vulnerable. Divine Cords cannot be destroyed but they can be fused with existing Divine Cords. In order for Cords to be fused the owner of the Divine Cords must have their physical form destroyed before someone else who is intact can fuse it with their own. Once fused the owner of the combined Divine Cords will possess both their own domain and the domains of those who's cords have been taken and fused to their own. Once a Divine Cord has been fused to someone else's the former owner will no longer regrow as they will have become part of the new owner of their Divine Cords.

- Mortals can consume the Divine Cords of deities who have been destroyed. Those who do will embody the deity said cords belonged to and inevitably change into become that deity. Only gods can consume one another without losing themselves to those they fuse their Divine Cords with.

- Before even the gods existed there were forests, beasts, oceans and the many landscapes of Tabrasa. Not even the oldest gods know how this world came to be nor from who they were born from.

- In the beginning much of the world will be free to shape for the many gods looking to stake their claim.

- The world of Tabrasa is a sphere. It is not flat despite popular myths stating otherwise.

- While gods and goddesses of the sun and moon are allowed to exist these celestial bodies have existed long before even the first gods came to be. The bright burning sun and the soft pale moon both rotate around the world of Tabrasa as they do.

- All gods must have one domain. They are allowed only one to start though they may be allowed to adopt others or possibly even fuse with those of gods who have fallen after the roleplay begins.

- The only domains not allowed are time, life, death and the dreams of gods. Also you can't pick Divine Cord as a domain since it's not a domain, it's a source of divinity.

- Beyond the sun and the moon are the stars and beyond those is The Void. Avoid the Void.

- The realms of gods can either be set on the world itself or kept in a sub-space. If a god's realm is in a sub-space it needs a physical entrance both in the world and in the realm.

- Nothing can enter or leave the sub-space realms without using the physical entrances. Even gods have to use these physical entrances to their sub-space realms.

- The entrances to any realm can only be destroyed by the owner unless the owner's physical form is destroyed. Once every entrance is destroyed if the owner is not inside the sub-space realm will collapse into itself, casting everything inside into The Void.

- Gods cannot innately sense the presence or power of other gods. Things that aren't made clear to them through manual perception or use of their domain do not innately present themselves. Those that are too far away to perceive things normally would have to rely on other means of finding out about it such as use of their domains or the use of scouts and spies to bring such knowledge to them.

The CS

Name: (The business cards of early mankind. Give as many or as few as you care to.)

Domain: (A facet of reality that your deity holds regency over. You only get one upon creation. Life, death, time and the dreams of gods are off limits.)

Appearance: (No photos or animated GIF's. Anything else is fine.)

Realm: (Include both your deity's home and the territory they claim. Remember to include mention of entrances to and from the main world if their realm lays in sub-space.)

Biography: (Enter your deity's personality and noteworthy events of theirs here.)

Notes: (Leave this empty. As the rp goes on any details you wish to record go here. Once this CS is submitted Do not edit any other portion of the CS aside from this without the GM's consent.)

Misc: (Extra content that doesn't belong in the above categories go here.)

(Remember the rules.)

The Current Map.

[Kalas]

Azhriel, God of Souls

Azhriel

The Judicator, Lord of the Underworld

God of Souls

Ancient Mural | Judicator Form

Realm: Neberziel, The Underworld.

Despite its name, Neberziel is not technically under anything. It is a completely separate realm, although a physical entrance may be found situated on a remote island towards the southern-east most direction of the world. This is called the Pit of Ahael and often mistaken for being the Underworld itself, given the sheer depth of the Pit. Inside the realm of Neberziel is rather barren. An endless, stone-grey canyon littered with bone cages suspended from chains and the odd emerald-flame. The canyon stretches on forever in all directions. Indiscriminately situated on the canyon floor is a hulking metallic throne, forged by Ferran as a gift to the Lord of the realm. Placed mere feet in front of the throne is a well-worn chopping block with dried bloodstains for decoration. It is here where the dead are served judgement kneeling as they wait.

Echoing wails of those long passed can be heard in the distance. They originate from the River Oberon which is located beyond the canyon to the west, though it seems to be inaccessible by any normal means. It is here where the Souls of the Damned remain, forever floating by. However there is no noticeable current and the river seems to meander and split in several directions at once. Merely gazing upon it is enough to elicit feelings of nausea for any mortal fortunate enough to witness it. In order to aid him in governing the dead, Azhriel has enlisted the servitude of four souls who were once powerful living beings known as the Ashen Guard. These four loyal avatars oversee the general influx of Souls and take turns at standing guard at the Pit of Ahael. Though their Souls have been reinstated into new forms, they are still considered dead.

Hidden somewhere deep inside Neberziel is a cavern that hosts the Soul of an Old God. Details of who they were or how they came to be killed are lost to all but the Lord of the Underworld. Azhriel rarely visits the Old God though when he does, it is usually out of some dire need for knowledge or direction. There aren't many among his brethren who know of this Soul but even in death, faint remnants of their once-great power can still be felt.

Biography:

The true child of Life & Death despite Ragnagedon's mad ravings to the contrary. Azhriel's birth was one of necessity. To guide the Souls of those lost in death. At his father's behest, Azhriel was forced to focus on the numerous amounts of Souls lost to the Fire God's hand, sifting through the mountains of dead deciding whom should be allowed to live again and whether the deceased may rest in peace or misery. Over time, his power has expanded to allow him to reside over all Souls that inevitably pass on.

As the Lord of the Underworld, Azhriel is undeniably protective of all Souls he welcomes into his embrace. Good, Evil, Chaotic or Lawful. No matter the judgement, they each become his children and he would see the end of all other realms in order to protect them. Other Gods have, at times, tried to seduce him in order to utilise the Souls of the Damned for their own gain, some have even tried to kill him. But not one has succeeded. Buffed heavily by his Judicator Form, Azhriel has fought back every attempt to gain forceful entry into Neberziel.

As a Judge, he remains unbiased to the occurrences of the other realms. From the petty squabbles of his fellow Gods down to the territorial battles waged between the fledgling Humans, Azhriel refuses to choose a side. Throughout his tenure, Azhriel has remained neutral of all things except for the actions of the God of Fire. He is stalwart in his duties and truly believes in the balance that must be maintained between both Life and Death. That Ragnagedon continuously attempts to upset this balance, whilst falsely professing to be of the same heritage, exists as the only thing that actually irks him.

Misc:

- Azhriel pays no mind to his own age. As a result of this, he doesn't exactly remember when he was born. Only that Ragnagedon's murderous rampages annoyed him greatly during his early years.

- It is possible for any being, Divine or otherwise, to bargain with Azhriel using their Soul as currency. The true ramifications of this have not yet been fully explored, but Azhriel conducts almost all of these deals fairly without any hidden conditions. Azhriel learnt this power from the Old God that resides in Neberziel.

- Despite having his own personal realm, Azhriel spends a lot of his time wandering across the mortal realm searching for lost Souls, leaving the defence and general running of Neberziel to his Ashen Guard.

- Has been known to answer to "Ash" on occasion, mostly from his fellow Gods however.

Notes:
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Relationships

Amiable:

Impartial:

Averse:

• Ragnagedon

[Archangel89]

Iarus, God of Tricks

Iarus

Father of Lies, The Grand Trickster

God of Deception

Realm: Val’dun, Realm of Mirrors.

Val’dun is difficult to define, it's true nature is always shifting depending on the perception of those who enter it. At its core is a circular maze of mirrors surrounded by unnatural mist to obscure the truth from any who seek to pierce through the great lie. There is no throne, no great seat of power here as Iarus simply walks through unfettered observing those he allows to enter.

On its surface however Val’dun is ever changing and evolving as each lie is told. Iarus weaves grand tales offering promises of power, glory or whatever those who seek him. Often disguising itself as the realms of other gods depending on how the lies are told Val’dun is almost it's own living entity as it grows and changes.

Personality:

Born of the first lie told in creation, Iarus considers himself to be the oldest of his siblings and will often attempt to flaunt this to any and every one in creation. He is quiet often skirting around the shadows of humanity, and divinity, twisting and manipulating those he sees for his own ends. Often scavenging the spoils of those fight and die due to his schemes, he is often devising plans to usurp power from other gods and humanity is his preferred tools.

A jealous and devious god, Iarus is often desiring the power of some of his stronger siblings and will often torment those he deems worthy of his attention. Mortals, while his favorite tools, are seen as just that. He has been the cause of many human conflicts and finds them the only source of fun he has outside of his ploys among the pantheon.

"Put that on my Tabula"

[Rune_Alchemist]

Putting this here for safekeeping for now. Will adjust everything once the CS is ready~

Iva'Krorh, The Illuminator

Name:
Iva'Krorh

The white star, Illuminator

Domain:
Knowledge

Appearance:

Radiance

Typically, Iva'Krorh is depicted as a pure white being with a crown or wreath of horns of some sort extending from their head. Curiously, they are never depicted as either male or female, often appearing with traits of either. One thing across all his depictions however, is the gods lack of facial features.

Realm:
Cy'Lathak, The Library of Eternity

Located far, far, away from civilization at the supposed edge of the world sits Cy'Lathak. A place where all the knowledge of the world supposedly converges and is cataloged, filed away by The White Star. One can reach it without divine guidance, but it is hidden from the world beyond a frigid sea, beyond a primordial forest where vicious, ancient beasts roam, past vicious white storms, all with puzzles and challenges only those with wit and insight could win against. Only those with a true lust for knowledge will ever reach it, and Cy'Lathak will welcome any such person.

In truth, Cy'Lathak itself sits not in the mortal world, but a fracture between it and the void. On the edge of madness and clarity, the precipice upon which all knowledge in the world ends up, eldritch and terrible or otherwise. The entrance is located on a small, frigid island far to the north where the only people Iva has given their temporary patronage live. The entrance is carved into a massive wall of ice that spans the length of the entire island the people call 'The Wall of Hlakth'. Multiple entrances exist within its cavernous, icy walls, but none are so easily accessed. Attempting to scale the icy wall to access the Library will only lead to failure.

The Library itself is a simple, single building for now...but surely, as more knowledge is generated, it shall become grander.

(To be updated as it becomes relevant in the RP)

Biography/History:
Iva'Khrorh is about as stable as a nuclear reactor. The god can't help itself, in their constant lust and striving for all knowledge, his sanity seems to have taken a bit of a hit. Perhaps it was never there to begin with. Regardless, they desire one thing, and one thing only. Knowledge above all, no matter what it is or how it is attained. It's view on its siblings, could simply be described as uncaring. If he takes interest in another god, it is surely because he is plotting something.

Iva'Krorh seems to take great pleasure in meddling in the affairs of mortals and other gods, offering them knowledge for a price, or simply seeing what a peasant would do with the power to slay kings. He often simply observes, looking for opportune moments to give people knowledge that would change the status quo. His direct interest however, is difficult to achieve, but if they have deemed something interesting, they will refuse to let it go until they have thoroughly exhausted it.

The only people who currently have the fickle gods interest, is a small settlement upon the frigid Isle that has become known as 'White Dawn'. The people seemed to have been there for quite some time, living in icy huts, running constantly from the beasts that stalked the Lyssian Forest and hunting what meager food and berries they could scrape up. Seeing an opportunity, the god took it.

It gave them knowledge, for a price. It taught them the miracle of fire and basic tools. Needless to say, his interference greatly assisted these people. The price paid? Once every winter, a single person shall attempt making the trek to Cy'Lathak.

None of these people have yet to make it to the mythical Library. The people of White Dawn are near unshakable in their faith, and believe that once one makes the trek, they shall be granted even more knowledge.

Notes:
(Leave this empty. As the rp goes on any details you wish to record go here. Once this CS is submitted Do not edit any other portion of the CS aside from this without the GM's consent.)

Misc:
The village of White Dawn is likely the most advanced of the human cities, with Iva giving them knowledge of fires and basic tools. Whatever they do with that, is entirely up to them.

Lyssian Forest

A forest on the Isle of White Dawn. A small thing, compared to other forests but it often feels as though at the same time its vast and endless. It's easy to get lost here, the beasts that roam the place are dangerous, and the plants equally so should the uneducated find themselves in it. Iva likes to dump mostly experiments here as 'Trials'.

The Wall of Hlakth can be seen in the background.

(More to be updated as the RP progresses)

"Put that on my Tabula"

[Vega7]

Dao Rugadh, God of Memory

HE WHO SWAYS THE MIND SHALL SOON HAVE THE HEART AND BODY ALSO

Deity Name: Dao Rugadh

Domain: Memory

Appearance:
No one's really seen him before. They say that when he takes a form he is a tall, angelic figure with large eyes, and sometimes, he takes the form of someone you love, someone he pulls from your memory. Sometimes he takes the form of a pale man, and it is said when he is the pale man, he has intent to become ruler of the area by way of manipulation of the populace's memories.

Realm: The Akhainne, the land of memory. It is said to be like a desert of glass with a white sky and light but no sun, and underneath the glass lies a flowing river of images, memories of man. Somewhere in this land lies a tower of mirrors, mirrors that reflect the memories of the soul who approaches it. Besides these, the realm is said to be empty, almost devoid, except for the occasional Sirenic, a creature who searches one's memory for a form to take and feeds on the memories of mortals when close until they forget everything they ever knew. It's said only one chosen by Dao Rugadh is allowed one. However, it is also rumored that, if one follows one of his divine beings, such as the Sirenic, then one will find a gate into the Akhainne. Gateways usually reside just below the surface of the water and require either the sacrifice of a notable memory or for a memory being to sacrifice one for you.

Personality: Dao Rugadh is the God of memory, yet he craves many things that are not his. While it may not be obvious to other gods, he is obsessed with mortals, especially because his domain deals almost entirely with the memory of mortals. He often takes the form of a mortal and manipulates memories until he can insert himself into a community as if he always lived there. Often, and this is another sign of his future ambitions, he will manipulate memories until he becomes the local ruler over the people, forming small cults. When he leaves these cults to return to his realm or find a different mortal land, they often remember him but forget every detail of his appearance or voice. He wishes for the power to create life, the power to manipulate the earth, many things. He wants to watch history, change history, be part of history, create history. His mood often changes from one moment to the next, unpredictably shifting from anger to joy to calm. He loves being the center of attention. He regards his fellow gods as friends, despite the fact that he isn't actually on good terms with everyone.

Other: Some say he plans on shaping the mortal races to his rule, under a false name and false memories. Others say he works to eventually gain the power to use his powers on gods just as easily as mortals. Both prospects are potentially worrying.

Many do not remember the name Dao Rugadh. He has had many names, and his skill with memory prevents many from recalling which was his first and true name. He goes by Iba, Gedag, Jiy Xinli, Neiblo, and Unsvi Svo. Some say it is because he wishes privacy; some say it is part of some hidden agenda; some say it is simply because he enjoys messing with people's minds.

It is rumored that once, when Dao Rugadh came down to the mortals, he fell in love with, of all thing, a mortal human named Ander. The god knew it would end in tragedy, but continued nonetheless. Ander knew the god as Gedag, and, to most, their relationship seemed one of a mortal chief and a loyal servant. Gedag, as he was known back then, kept their relationship secret from all, though to keep away the gods' eyes was a difficult task, one easier accomplished by his mortal disguise. This all took place after the birth of womankind, proving then how loyal Ander was to Gedag. Ander was, indeed, loyal, which, in the end, was responsible for his death. A warrior of unmatched caliber by the name of Fen attempted to overthrow Gedag - known to those mortals that weren't Ander as Gavin - and entered the tent in which the two men resided. Ander approached Fen with no weapons, as he was not himself a capable warrior and rarely kept himself in company of weapons. Fen, with two cruel knives, slashed across Ander's arms, which were raised in self defense. Then he stabbed Ander through the hand with one knife and plunged the second into Ander's stomach, then repeated the motion nearly a dozen times. Ander fell, almost instantly dead from his wounds. Gedag, awaken and distraught, retaliated by wiping Fen's mind with such strength that the man was rendered catatonic. He fled back to Akhainne. For a while, he was in grief, but he still had the memory of Ander which he could relive in the Akhainne whenever he wanted. Even still, he misses his mortal from time to time.

"Put that on my Tabula"

[Duoya]

*Updated to match new CS*

Hayim

Name:
Hayim

Domain:
Health

Appearance:
Hayim possesses only a single form, which he uses for every interaction and occurrence. He is by far the smallest god, only standing at 12 inches in height and weighing 20 pounds. He resembles a flower without a stem, the leaves acting as legs while the Anther act as both eyes and manipulators. The space behind the petals can be used to hold items or grow small fruits, which gives Hayim an appearance similar to a hermit crab.

Hayim

Realm:
Akhuz, The Endless Meadows.

A realm that requires both divine guidance to reach, as well as to leave. To enter, any divine being that has been approved of by Hayim must simply touch another being while walking into any living plant that is large enough to hold the both of them, such as a tree or bush. Akhuz itself is, as it's name implies, an endless expanse of tall grass and flowers. Trees and bushes, which can be used to exit Akhuz in the same method as entering, are liberally sprinkled throughout the realm. These trees are overburdened with delicious fruits, and vegetables or plant matter of nearly any kind can be found within the confines of Akhuz.

Any mortal being that enters inside of Akhuz is instantly cured of all injuries and disease, the most potent and incurable of illnesses or conditions fading away instantly. Beings within need not eat, drink, sleep, or even breath if they do not wish to, but they may do so for enjoyment. Even aging is paused while they reside within Akhuz, leaving normally mortal beings immortal. Leaving Akhuz will not return the diseases or injuries that have been healed (unless they are divine in origin), but the target will be aged based on how long they remained in Akhuz, which could result in instant death.

Beings that reside within Akhuz slowly lose the use of their negative emotions - after a year of time, they will be incapable of getting angry enough to even defend themselves from attack, making permanent residents into pure pacifists. While this effect takes a year for mortals, it could take decades for foreign divine beings, and hundreds for actual gods. Hayim welcomes any into his realm, and regularly sends his own divine beings to search for any who wish to enter.

Biography:
Hayim is one of the younger gods, similar in age to Iva'Khror - but while his sibling had quickly sought after knowledge to gorge themselves on, Hayim is much more inclined to act his age. Hayim rarely acts with any ulterior motives or actions, and he refuses to do anything that would cause another being discomfort. This behavior puts him at odds with his siblings very often, especially the more destructive and malevolent ones. Despite this, Hayim will never directly oppose his siblings plans or activities, as this might hurt their feelings - he might even assist them in some ways, if they ask. He can always find positives in others, and is very fond of compliments (Both giving and receiving). He will regularly heal any and all people he encounters, especially those that were harmed by divine conflicts or intervention, and firmly opposes wars and conflicts among the mortals.

Hayim's childish personality results in him lacking a good understanding of the world around him - he is naive to most things, and his only real goal is to minimize suffering and pain that is experienced in the world. He is easy to frighten, despite the fact that he has incredible regenerative abilities because of his domain and physiology, and loneliness and negative emotions affect him especially well. While residing in Akhuz does help with this weakness, he is one of the few beings in existence that is immune to it's permanent effects, leaving him very vulnerable to mental and emotional damage and abuse - very fitting due to his childlike nature. He is easily excitable, and willing to do anything if it makes even one person happy.

While his willingness to help people is a major driving force, Hayim refuses to do any action, or assist any action, that could result in a sentient beings death. Hayim's extreme fear of isolation and being left alone have resulted in him, despite being one of the youngest gods, having created some of the most divine beings - usually docile animals, such as the Whail and the Rabbird. These divine beings are almost always created to aid mortals in some way, usually by being an excellent source of food or medication. Hayim, mentally, is akin to a young child, with his previously stated lack of understanding of the world being his primary weakness in life. He is very averse to intense thought and activities that require massive investments of time and energy to enjoy, instead preferring simple play and aiding mortals.

Notes:

Misc:
Hayim, like those that reside in his realm, is a pacifist who offers everything to anyone who asks.

Despite the fact that he thinks of himself as a boy, Hayim will not correct others if they address him as a female - perhaps because of the fact that most flowers are hermaphroditic, or because his voice is so high pitch it's an easy mistake to make.

"Put that on my tabula"

[Leotamer]

Noting I am here, and reserving god of metal. I plan on fixing up the CS once the proper CS is out.

[Vega7]

What's the position on divine-made beings / divine beings that aren't gods? Like, can gods make servants or demigods?

[Lord Zee]

I am also here, waiting to see the updates to the cs before posting, as I am going to update Anu to fit the new lore.

[Legion02]

Here! Will update Ragnagedon's sheet first though.

[Kalas]

What's the position on divine-made beings / divine beings that aren't gods? Like, can gods make servants or demigods?

@Vega7

Pretty sure that was the case in the other thread. So I'm guessing that'll apply to this one too.

[jetipster]

Still loitering also!
Will shift my CS as needed.

One question regarding gods and their powers and domains - how were gods created?
Are we going Greek mythology in terms of gods are born/created by process(Es) X and then adopt a domain?
Or are we owing a deities existence to their domain existing? E.g. the goddess of stories or god of craftsmen are birthed/created to exist when those things also do?

And do gods have an inherent strength or gods get their strength from the amount of worship they receive (a la American Gods)?

[Lord Zee]

You're gunna have a lot of gods if we're having them exist as things start to exist XD. Just imagine God of Bread, God of Alcohol, Goddess of art, etc. Then we would get into some very whack gods as time progressed. I'd like to think the Gods came into being by being born by something, what that is can be up for debate.

In my opinion I don't think we should leave it up to worship for strength. Gods should just naturally grow more powerful as the ages go by, and if they ever take on new domains or steal another gods domain.

[jetipster]

@Lord Zee
*thumbs up*

[Dealdric]

Magic

Deity Name: Dirka, goddess of magic
Domain: Magic
Appearance:

Real

Realm: The Rift, a domain of pure magic. Labyrinthine corridors lead are it's connections to the mortal realm. It is inhabited by the favorite casters and the constructs she makes. Those with an apt mind can do or create anything at a thought.
Personality: Dirka is an intelligent being, always experimenting with magic to create new things. She does however do seem-ably random acts just for the hell of it, and constantly do things that people don't understand. She does have morals and doesn't like really evil things or the miss-use of magic, and often sends the souls of evil casters to a place in the Rift that breaks minds and torments the people that miss use magic. Those that piss her off are likely to have a very bad and/or short life.
Other: She loves anything that invents something new. It's the best way to get on her good side.

[A Lowly Wretch]

Good morning everyone! I have updated the CS portion thus making for a complete OOC page. Now, as I've made some changes I'll naturally need to go through and check each CS before running approvals for you all to bring your gods over to the CS tab. I understand a few of you also probably have questions regarding my changes to the former story, especially seeing as some of it's been obfuscated for story purposes.

@Vega7 - Indeed they can. Gods can invest portions of their powers into mundane beings or items at a temporary cost of their own power. The only thing that cannot be made by gods are other gods since only Divine Cords can grant the everlasting life and power over a domain that sets them above all lower beings.

@jetipster - In this world gods are born when Divine Cords appear, the god forming around them like the pearl of a clam. The domain that the cord is attuned to is the domain that god essentially embodies as they are formed from it. Nobody knows why gods are made this way or where the Divine Cords come from, this has simply been the way it's happened since gods first appeared.

@Lord Zee - As far as the strength of gods is concerned neither time nor worship matters. All gods hold relatively the same strength in regards to their own domain with things such as physical strength largely being randomly decided when they are born. Time can bring knowledge and wisdom as well as the opportunities to accumulate followers and resources. Crafting powerful items and gathering armies can be just as useful as learning to better control one's own domain/domains at times.

[Lord Zee]

Here is Anu'Varr updated, plus the map. I am not sure if @gorgenmast is joining us or not with Arda, so part of my biography may or may not work right now, depending on if they return. I can always change it to not include Arda if this is the case.

The Goddess of Devilry

Anu'Varr

Goddess of Devilry, The Scarred One, The Curse Giver



Domain: Devilry

Realm:

Osarion, The Ebony Castle

In the middle of the world, built atop a lone mountain, there resides the home of Anu. An evil place, Osarion is the home of the damned, a place where no sane mortal would ever venture. Home to demons and depraved creatures, secrets of Anu, and much, much more. There are many paths to reach Osarion, for those foolish enough to brave them, or for those unlucky souls who find themselves taken against their will. It's central location is both a beacon and a deterrent, for Anu cares little for being secluded from the world, unlike some of her siblings. The black castle spews out a vile miasma into the air, blanketing the land from the sun, and leaving the surrounding area's life, warped and desolate. This unnatural cloud cover however, never grows beyond the mountain. At least not yet.

The massive castle itself sits precariously on the mountain, blanketed in eternal twilight. Only the glow of burning fires provides any light, any warmth. At the Pinnacle of Osarion resides the Devil's Throne, made from the bones of humanity. Besides her throne room, there is the treasury, a place that sits within the heart of Osarion. Not a soul save Anu know what resides within, but many have their guesses. Below the treasury, at the very bottom of the castle, the dungeons sit. Full of those foolish enough to upset Anu, and a place to keep food fresh. The mountain itself is filled with twisting passages, large caverns, breeding pits, and other unimaginable horrors.

(Much more to be added as rp progresses)

Biography/Personality:

Anu'Varr is a dark goddess, full of spite and wickedness. She came well after the first gods were born, and her violent birth scarred her body, and her mind, turning her angry and cruel. She cares little for her fellow siblings, rarely calling upon them for anything, and hardly ever answering unless she receives something in return. Her relationships with most of the firstborns, is incredibly strained to the point of being nonexistent. She is vindictive to the thought they came before her, and she blames them for what her domain now is. Godhood was thrust upon her whether she wanted it or not, and her existence is now defined but what she is, instead of what she could have been. As such, she very much enjoys causing them displeasure, no matter how inconvenient it seems. She would not throw away a chance to consume their divinity and add it to herself.

Anu finds most mortals to be expandable play things, who break far too easily. Her thoughts are of having purpose, and if you can't be useful, then you don't really deserve to exist. In rare moments she will allow a mortal a favor, but it usually comes with a catch. It is not in her nature to give without taking, and kindness has no place in her blackened heart.

On humanity, Anu has a deep hatred, founded the moment she looked upon them. They had came before her, a DIVINE, these beings of flesh and blood. A thought most inconceivable to the Goddess of Devilry. It was wrong, so very wrong to imagine such creatures living in happiness, before she had even opened her eyes. For this transgression, she vowed to wipe them off the face of the planet.

But when she learned of her siblings and some of their care for humanity, Anu's anger was unbridled. So she cursed the species, in a scream that shook the world, placing into their hearts the potential for hatred, violence and cruelty. The "Sin Curse", as it was to be called, would live in humanity, but only truly revealing itself with their first act of knowingly sinning.

Anu ultimately is a being of desires. She will always want more then what she will ever have, and she is cursed to never see it. Her machinations are of control and domination of the world, to cause mayhem and grow wickedness into mortal hearts. To take what is not hers, and shape it to be what she craves, whatever it takes. To snuff out the other gods, to make them her servants, it would bring her nothing but empty joy. Anu's greatest fault is that she can never find happiness, no matter what she does, no matter how hard she looks- there will always be an empty pit inside of her, and it will never be filled.

Notes: (Leave this empty. As the rp goes on any details you wish to record go here. Once this CS is submitted Do not edit any other portion of the CS aside from this without the GM's consent.)

Misc: Anu is a sucker for flattery, and is a bit self entitled. Her siblings would know her to be a bit on the mad side.

"Put that on my Tabula"

Also, Map

[gorgenmast]

I will not be participating.

Feel free to use or ignore/retcon Arda and any associated lore as you see fit.

[A Lowly Wretch]

@gorgenmast- A shame. I wish you luck in your future endeavors all the same.

@Lord Zee - I'll include the map on the main OOC post once it's updated to exclude the realms of absent deities.

[Lord Zee]

Welp. looks like I'm changing some stuff.

Also, @A Lowly Wretch what exactly do you mean? I believe everyone who is a realm in the physical world, and the players who have those Gods, have rejoined us.