Bardolf
The Great Warrior, Breath of Winter, Strength of Mountains (a.k.a. Badulf, Brayan, Balendin, Adamantios)
Bardolf is a deity which embodies the raw, primal strength and endurance of the physical body. He is, at his core, a god of the flesh; its survival and achievements. Bardolf is sometimes depicted as a warrior god, but most typically represents pure strength rather than martial skill. He is a boisterous god who is quick to resolve disputes with brute force. He is also a steadfast god said to laugh in the face of hardships. Bardolf is often shown to embody the reckless and destructive nature of brute strength left unchecked and uncontrolled. Bardolf's teachings encourage his followers to keep going through any hardship and never give up, to always test one's physical limits and grow.
Bardolf most numerous worshippers are those in Zemlya Sneg, though more idealize and attempt to emulate him than truly worship him. Others who value strength and tenacity may revere Bardolf as their deity, too. Barbarians and fighters are the most likely classes to worship him.
In the Central Pantheon - Badulf
Badulf is essentially the same as his Imperial counterpart, though he has a bit more of a "berserker" flavor to him. Badulf is a strong ally but a fearsome foe.In the Western Pantheon - Brayan
In the Western Pantheon, Brayan embodies the ideals of strength and courage in both battle and hardships. While he does not explicitly represent martial skill, he is typically far more popular in times of war than other gods who may be more skilled but are weaker.In the Southern Pantheon - Balendin
Balendin is viewed as the embodiment of raw, primal strength and feral might. Depending on the culture, this is sometimes a valuable thing and his followers seek to tap into the raw strength that comes from the pure instinctual fighting prowess of the animal, unburdened by complicated training or rigor. Others view it as nothing more than base barbarism and something to be avoided at all costs. Nevertheless, even his most ardent detractors will often agree that there is value in seeking his strength and endurance when circumstances are harshest.In the Eastern Pantheon - Adamantios
Adamantios is the god of strength and endurance. He is a mighty, metallic god who constantly tests his power against great monsters, demons, and other such beings. Adamantios is, in many ways, very similar to his Imperial counterpart, Bardolf. Adamantios is often considered the patron god of gladiators. He is competetive and delights in physical sport. Adamantios is one half of Anekitos, the diety of power and force.In the Northern Pantheon
Oleg is the chief deity for the Northern Pantheon, and the Ogres in particular, who believe he was once a mortal. There are many legends regarding his deeds and victories before ascending to godhood. Some hold that he was a strong warrior, others a mighty shaman. Some claim he was a powerful king or chieftain, others say he was simply a wanderer or simple grunt. Every region of Zemlya Sneg has their tales of Oleg and his supposed deeds. A few things remain constant, however. Oleg loved competition and was a brave and spirited opponent. His strength was the stuff of legends, though whether it was literal or metaphorical strength is a subject of debate. He is also always depicted as an honorable Ogre who cared deeply for his people. After attaining godhood, Oleg's concern for his people has not lessened. He grants his people his strength and hardiness to endure the challenges that come their way.In the Wandering Pantheon
TBDDivine Domains
In the Imperial Pantheon
Strength, Endurance, Brute ForceIn the Central Pantheon
Strength, EnduranceIn the Western Pantheon
Strength, Endurance, CourageIn the Southern Pantheon
Strength, Barbarism, Feral MightIn the Eastern Pantheon
Strength, Competition, EnduranceIn the Northern Pantheon
Strength, Endurance, Winter, Competition, Ogres, Feasting, HonorIn the Wandering Pantheon
TBDDivine Symbols & Sigils
The symbol of Bardolf is a mighty fist overlaid on a silhouette of the Ogres’ mountain named after Bardolf himself.
Physical Description
Identifying Characteristics
In the Imperial and Central Pantheon
Badulf is a massive human figure, towering above even most of the other gods. He is broad and muscled with thick limbs and a stout torso. He often has a paunchy belly as well. He is covered in various tattoos and adorned with braided ropes on which hang stones, fangs, and claws. His head is traditionally that of a bear in the northern Tribes, but a wolf in the southern.In the Western Pantheon
Brayan is a massive orc with thick limbs and a long shaggy beard and hair. He wears a bronze torc around his neck and a thick belt of animal hide. He is covered in scars, both self-inflicted and from battle.In the Southern Pantheon
Balendin is shown as a large elf, though his size is not so great in comparison to his counterparts as it is in other pantheons. He is wild and feral, with unkept hair and large fangs. He is adorned in tattoos and piercings.In the Eastern Pantheon
In the Eastern Pantheon, Adamantios is a massive, muscular god of metallic skin and peircing eyes. His teeth are razor-sharp and crest of his head is a blue fire. He is typically depicted in the nude, or with very little clothing. He weilds no weapon, preferring to grapple his opponents, though he is occasionally depicted throwing objects such as mountains, or even the moons and stars.In the Northern Pantheon
Legend holds that Bardolf was once an actual Ogre. Unfortunately, no-one remembers what Bardolf looked like in life and rather than run the risk of depicting him inaccurately, he is often either showed as a slightly larger Ogre, but lacking any solid details or, less often, shown as a highly stylized image of an ideal Ogre from the artist’s own mind. His voice is deep and booming.In the Wandering Pantheon
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