Legion02

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

Praeth is, likewise, excited to come into existence.

@OldManWong

May I ask, Praeth is demi-god of... (or hero?)

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

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It is a euphemism for sex which, like Logos, is crude and outdated.

I jest.

@The Omnipotent Sphere

But fun?

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

@Legion02 I had something lying around that might be an interesting concept for your avatar: http://alecyl.deviantart.com/art/14-584173452 (Minus the bones and skulls, unfortunately).

@The Omnipotent Sphere

I'm saddened that I haven't found this earlier. Because I'd definitly make him like that. However, I am lazy. There for I won't be changing my description. Still, thank you very much!

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Seesh.

Okay here we go.

The well is obviously the name of all the gods in different "languages" I always used "each god uses a different code" as a point in most of my settings and since on this one was literally written into existence it was extra fitting. For example, Ilunabar's divine language is written in a bit of the text and on her name too. (Side note: The code in question is called Hymmnos and is used for song magic in the game Ar Tonelico, this has literally nothing to do with Ilunabar)

I won't lie, most of the languages were picked on "the fell" that the god gave me, like Sumerian cuneiform for The Adversary or Greek for Logos.

Then I circled trough some cool geometric patterns until I found something that gave me a "fate" feel. I literally know nothing but the looks of the other god so I just picked a cool shape :/

I can't talk about the flower language right now. But they are linked to a couple of gods.

The red stuff is a fractal. I don't even need to say who it is about right?

@Double Capybara

May I ask which language Reathos has and which 'symbol' he has on the wheel?

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

@Legion02 I'd be down for a Hall of Justice. Logos gets a throne though. A big throne. You can all sit in footstools.

@Dawnscroll

First I thought: let's just say that every god can make his own throne in the Hall of Justice (or whatever we call it). But then I realized that several gods would definitely try to outperform each other. Which would all end with one goddess who thinks she's funny saying that everyone's compensating for something...

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

Wasn't there like a big chaos vs lawfull conflict early in the RP? Because it would make sense that the lawfull ones who just want this universe to spin on would make some sort of place where they can unite.

Also, how about in the core of Galbar instead of some punny floating mountain? a hall surrounded by lava sounds much cooler.

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

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Well actually, Ull would have his avatars. But for a true Mount Olympus, more gods should be involved in making it.

@Mardox

I'm totally behind a Mount Olympus idea. But my guy just spent all his Might on creating the first Wraith Stone and an Avatar to protect it. If you all go through with the idea, would you mind waiting 1 turn? It's so my guy can join in too. (Cause you can't alter Holy Sites after they are made, unless you destroy them first)

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

Reathos

God of Death

Behind the silvery mask the god of death slept. Keeping his aura, his very presence as small as possible. He had seen Slough in her fragile shape from a distance. Afraid that his very presence might inflict pain upon her, he kept himself in torpor. But when Fate invoked the Shattering Disunity, Reathos was forced awake. As he was pulled into Creation itself. As he passed the blinding white light he could only hope that Slough would survive. For without life there was no death. Before he very much realized what had happened, he floated above Galbar. A dead, barren planet. A blank canvas that would soon be filled. The gods made their planetfall. One after another swiftly descended onto the planet’s surface. Some shattering the rocks and breaking the laws of physics itself in the process. Others creating a pink mist around the mountains. But when he saw the green forest of Slough, he let out a sigh of relief. The only god that truly mattered in his eyes made it.

But soon his task would begin. And he had to be prepared to capture the souls of the dead. Obviously he alone couldn’t gather up all the souls. Not for long. Soon there would be life across the entire planet. And he couldn’t be everywhere at the same time. A solution had to be found. Pondering upon this, he descended down to the surface. With a serene grace he touched down upon the rocks and dust. As if he came down stairs. The smell already got nicer. Some god probably enhanced the atmosphere. But there was no time to enjoy the little things of creation. He had a task. Dutifully he wandered down into a cave. His lantern illuminating his passage in a purple glow. Still questioning how he could fulfill his tasks. Unknowingly going deeper and deeper into the bowls of Galbar. Eventually he found himself in one of the deepest, most hidden places of the planet. The place felt warmer than the surface due to his proximity to the core. The cave he stood in was rather massive.

And it was there where he got an idea. Putting his lantern down, he walked up towards the center of the place and touched the stone ground. Rising from below the rocky surface a black obelisk rose towards the ceiling. Getting halfway there before it stopped growing. With his armored hand, Reathos touched the obelisk, imbuing it with power. Slowly the warmth surrounding the place got drained from the subterranean hall. Thus the first Wraith Stone was made. A magnet for damned souls. Those who died would come here, and remain in the large stone hall. Forever.

Though Reathos knew that people would find it. By accident, or because they searched for it. The cave had to be protected. In fact, all future Wraith Stones would have to be protected. Even against gods! No mortal creature could stand against the force of a god. So he had to make something, a presence of himself. He would have to leave a piece of himself in the cave. Once more he touched the ground around the obelisk. The metals of the ground began to gather, forming links and chains. The chains winded parts of themselves around the monolith. While the other half out stretched towards Reathos. Then, with his black, boney hand he grabbed through his chest at his very essence. Even for a god the process was pure agony. But it had to be done. A part of him had to remain there. With all his power he drew part of him out. The incorporeal essence, exposed to the real world would swiftly try to take shape. But not before the chains shot forward and locked around the essence. Once the Avatar was formed, the chains came out of his back, attaching him to the obelisk. And all future ones too. The creature looked humanoid, but without any defining features. Neither in gender nor in appearance. Dressed in an armor of bones and skulls. It was forever destined to stand vigil over the Wraith Stones.

Summary

- Slept through most of the conflict
- Awoke during creation
- Descended onto Galbar
- Explored the caves
- Made the First Wraith Stone
(Holy Site, 4 Might used, 1 remaining)
- Made his first Avatar
(1 Might used, 0 remaining)

0 MP
1 FP

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

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Not getting anything but relations will start breaking down when a hero (or worse a demigod) reaches the end of their natural lifespan and Reathos/ The Knights of the Eternal Slumber come to carry out the natural order. Depending on the god(s) offended, immediate war may break out or a spiteful feud would ensue. Were it Vakarlon, he'd start his retribution by going around destroying Wells of Souls and attacking the champions of Reathos through direct and indirect measures. For an example of indirect measures, he might try cursing the entire Order of Knights with extremely bad luck to the point where Murphy's Law truly applies to them. Vakarlon is actually a likeable sort but the Fiery One Within is very vengeful. Once divine blood gets spilled there will be upheaval for sure.

@Mardox

I like it. Cursed by all gods yet blessed by death. Also, Reathos will probably call out some gods for hypocrism. No doubt Logos will cheer if a hero of Vestec bites the dust. But will be angry when one of his own must pass. Also completely destroying the Wells will release all dead souls upon the world. Proooobably not a good idea. (And they will be defended)

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Very good point. Although we don't know if Reathos wants to use the base critter's lifespan. If so, only demigods with two divine parents would be safe.

@Mardox

He MIGHT try to find a way to see when a demi-god born from 2 gods must die. But yes, a demi-god born from 2 gods has far more chance to live a very long life than anything else. A lesser demi-god's life span would probably be dictated by the lifespan of his non-god parent + some more years because granted, he's a demi-god.

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

If Reathos or one of his followers ever attacks Astarte's favorite immortals, hell will break loose!

@Frettzo

Looks like hell WILL break loose then...

I'm starting to feel that Reathos will just about invoke Armageddon...Who wants to start betting on how long (in turns) this universe last before we inevitably screw it all over?

Mid/High Casual - Divinus: The Deity Roleplay Mk.II

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How exactly is Reathos going to enforce this? Sure, he's a god, but is he really going to spend every single second of his life reaping the lives of every single being? That sounds a little hard to believe even for gods to do.

@Scarifar

As said, there is a natural order. Things die automatically normally. And the souls released will be attracted to the Wraith Stones or Wells of Souls. But if a being is too subborn to die (IE he's immortal so old age or kidney failure doesn't do the job) then Reathos must step up. And yes, even then there might be too many beings. That's why he's going to have several followers and servants who hunt down the valiant heroes and demi-gods alike. Also undead and half-soul demon possessed beings will be hunted.

Though as said, there are ways to make a deal with Reathos to extend a life. Depending on how good he is with the parent gods, he might just first go talk to them maybe. But even if they extend Toby's life.