Faith & the Divine
The Gods of Dasaria
Religion in Dasaria
The Gods and the Faithful
The people of Dasaria believe that the world was shaped by the struggles and triumphs of the gods. Though kingdoms rise and fall and rulers come and go, the gods remain eternal, influencing the lives of mortals through faith, fate, and divine intervention.
Temples can be found in every major settlement, and even the humblest farmer offers prayers before planting crops or harvesting grain. While some devote themselves entirely to a single deity, most citizens honor several gods throughout their lives depending upon circumstance and need.
Understanding the gods is an important part of understanding Dasaria itself.
The Faithful of Dasaria
Most citizens do not dedicate themselves exclusively to a single god.
- A farmer may pray to Ea for healthy crops, seek Nanna-Sin's blessing during planting season, and offer thanks to Utu at sunrise.
- A knight may swear loyalty to Marduk, seek wisdom from Anu, and invoke Girru before battle.
The gods are viewed not as distant rulers, but as powerful forces whose influence touches every aspect of mortal life. To live in Dasaria is to live beneath their watchful gaze.
The Gods of Dasaria — the divine pantheon — Click to view full size
Anu
Chief God
Anu is responsible for bringing law and order to the chaos that was mankind. Worshipers seek to bring order to all civilized peoples. The chief judge of any major city is often a High Priest of Anu, and his temples serve as both courts and centers of governance. Worshipers hold dragons in great reverence.
Lawful Neutral
War, Strength, Air, Law
Gold sun partially blocked by a gray cloud
Heavy Mace
Anshar
God of Darkness, Night, and Magic
Anshar sided with Tiamat during the Creation War. When Marduk triumphed, Anshar escaped through shadow and darkness. Since that day he has plotted the downfall of the gods. Shrines can be found hidden in caves, ruins, and secret chambers. He is worshiped by rogue mages, thieves, and conspirators.
Chaotic Evil
Chaos, Evil, Magic, Earth
Black Sphere
Envenomed Dagger
Druaga
God of the Devil World
Druaga sided with Anu, Ea, and Marduk during the Creation War. He was granted dominion over the infernal realms following Tiamat's defeat. Unlike Anshar, Druaga does not seek to destroy the divine order — he seeks to manipulate it, constantly searching for a way to replace Marduk as ruler of the gods.
Lawful Evil
Evil, Law
Ruby Mace
Red Heavy Mace
Ea
God of Magic and the Sweet Waters
Ea is the god of magic, wisdom, springs, groundwater, and protection. Through his great knowledge and mastery of the arcane arts, Ea helped preserve the younger gods during the earliest ages of creation. Farmers, scholars, diplomats, mages, and counselors frequently honor him.
Lawful Neutral
Water, Magic, Law, Protection
A Well
Sling
Enlil
Lord of Wind and Kings
Enlil is the ancient lord of wind, authority, and kingship. Long before the rise of Marduk, many traditions held Enlil as ruler of the gods. His followers believe that leadership is both a privilege and a sacred responsibility. Kings, nobles, and rulers often seek Enlil's blessing before assuming positions of authority.
Lawful Neutral
Air, Law, Protection, Strength
Silver Crown surrounded by swirling winds
Spear
Girru
God of Fire
Girru persuaded Marduk to grant mankind the gift of fire. He serves as a trusted ally and conscience to the King of the Gods. The clerics of Girru are uniquely permitted to advocate on behalf of those accused of crimes before the courts of Anu.
Lawful Good
Fire, Law, Good
Fire-Enwrapped Axe
Battle Axe
Ishtar
Goddess of Love and Battle
Ishtar embodies the strongest emotions known to mortals: love, passion, hatred, ecstasy, ambition, and battle fury. Artists, warriors, lovers, and those who live life with intensity are often drawn to her worship. She manifests as a fierce warrior in battle and as a beautiful woman in matters of love.
Neutral
Strength, War, Luck
Blue Crystal Rod
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Ki
Spirit of Life, the Land, and the Wild
Ancient spirit of life and nature. Ki watches over all living creatures and preserves the balance of the wild places. Druids, rangers, foresters, and guardians of nature honor her presence.
Chaotic Good
Nature, Good, Life, Animal
Green Leaf
Shortbow
Marduk
God of Gods
Marduk is king of the gods, creator of the world, and slayer of Tiamat. His victory during the Creation War established the divine order that governs the world today. Warriors, rulers, soldiers, and common citizens alike honor his name. His sacred animals are the horse, the dog, and the dragon.
Lawful Neutral
Strength, War, Law, Air
Silvery Net
Bow
Nanna-Sin
God of the Moon
Nanna-Sin is the god of the moon, mysteries, and the tides of fate. His light illuminates the darkness and guides those who travel by night. Sailors, scholars of the arcane, and those who seek hidden truths frequently invoke his name. His clerics are known for their quiet wisdom and patience.
Neutral
Moon, Air, Magic
Crescent Moon
Quarterstaff
Nergal
God of the Underworld
Nergal gained dominion over the underworld through cunning, force, and the aid of fourteen demons. He rules over death, plague, pestilence, fire, warfare, and the desert. His worship is feared throughout Dasaria, and necromancers and servants of darkness frequently invoke his name.
Neutral Evil
Death, Evil, Destruction
Black Sword and Shield
Longsword
Ramman
Lord of Storms and Rain
Ramman is the god of storms, thunder, lightning, and rain. His favor brings life-giving rainfall, while his wrath unleashes floods and devastation. Farmers, sailors, fishermen, and travelers commonly offer prayers to him. He is respected rather than loved, for all understand that the storm cannot be controlled.
Neutral
Air, Water, Strength, Destruction
Silver Thunderbolt over a Black Storm Cloud
Warhammer
Utu
Sun God
Utu is the lord of sunlight, truth, justice, and hope. His light reveals deception, drives away darkness, and illuminates the path of the righteous. Travelers, healers, judges, and those seeking truth frequently invoke his blessing. Many believe that no lie can survive beneath the gaze of Utu.
Neutral Good
Sun, Air, Good
Rising Sun
Scimitar
The Faithful of Dasaria
Most citizens do not dedicate themselves exclusively to a single god.
- A farmer may pray to Ea for healthy crops, seek Nanna-Sin's blessing during planting season, and offer thanks to Utu at sunrise.
- A knight may swear loyalty to Marduk, seek wisdom from Anu, and invoke Girru before battle.
The gods are viewed not as distant rulers, but as powerful forces whose influence touches every aspect of mortal life. To live in Dasaria is to live beneath their watchful gaze.
Many are worshiped openly. Others hide in shadow. All shape the fate of the world.
