Bragastir (Brah-gahs-teer)
Bragastir, known as the Thunderous Matron, is the primary deity worshipped by the goliaths of Rahm'mafal. As the goddess of thunder, strength, and clan, she embodies the unyielding resilience and communal bonds of the goliath society. She stands as a testament to the power of unity and the enduring spirit of her followers, symbolizing their ability to weather the harshest storms together.
Visualized as a towering goliath woman, Bragastir possesses a stern, commanding visage that mirrors the untamed fury of a storm. Her hair is depicted as a cascade of lightning, and her eyes carry the intensity of a tempest. Her muscular form, typically clad in armor crafted from storm clouds, showcases her immense strength and her role as the protector of her people.
Bragastir's domain is Fjorgast, the "Forge of Life," a celestial realm she shares with her husband, Vulkrandur, the Flame Artisan. This realm of icy peaks and valcanos is nestled between the elemental planes of Fire and Ice, a testament to their combined powers, where the searing heat of the forge meets the frigid peaks.
Vulkrandur, as the god of creation, fire, and protection, complements Bragastir's ferocity with his calm and steadfast presence. While she roars as the frigid tempest, he provides warmth at the hearth, their harmonious union symbolizing the balance between destruction and creation.
Bragastir's influence is further highlighted by her half-mortal son, Skjaldur, the Celestial Smith, born of a union between her and a mortal goliath blacksmith. Skjaldur operates the legendary Sky Forge, Aediforj, on the peak of Hjor'Gandur, forging with the celestial fire and earth gifted by Vulkrandur. His work embodies both Bragastir's resilience and Vulkrandur's creativity, making him an inspiring figure among the goliaths.
Bragastir's festivals are grand celebrations, often marked by thunderous drumming, strength competitions, and communal feasts. These celebrations, like the goddess herself, emphasize unity and communal strength, reinforcing the ties that bind the goliath society together.
In the tales and traditions of the goliaths, Bragastir's presence is felt in every thunderclap, seen in the unity of the clan, and revered in the strength of their warriors. Through her, they understand that strength is not just physical might, but the power of unity and the courage to stand tall against life's storms.
Divine Domains
Thunder, Strength, and Clan
Divine Symbols & Sigils
Bragastir's sacred symbol is a hammer wreathed in storm clouds, symbolizing her dominion over thunder and strength. It serves as a constant reminder of her might and the ever-present force she wields over the elements.
Holidays
Bragastir's festivals are grand affairs marked by the rumbling of drums that mimic thunder and athletic contests that celebrate physical strength. They are communal events that reinforce the bonds of the clan, reflecting Bragastir's third domain.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
Bragastir is depicted as a towering goliath woman, her muscles honed by the tempests she commands and her eyes flashing with the brilliance of a thousand storms. Her hair is said to be woven from the gusts of the fiercest hurricanes, and her voice to echo the mightiest claps of thunder. Her followers see her as the embodiment of power, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of their people.
Divine Classification
Goddess
Realm
Children
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