Shegorach the Trickster
Shegorach’s worshipers claim that he created life as the greatest joke of all, so that he could be endlessly entertained by mortal suffering and struggles. He is also a god of luck, revelry, and wine. Depictions of this god change depending on where you go and whom you talk to. Some have represented him as a large fat beast with rat-like features, others have depicted him as a grim jester laughing, or a masked entity with many limbs. Shegorach is often equated with He Who Laughs Last, a demonic figure.
Worship
People who worship Shegorach see signs and omens in the presence of raccoons or rabbits. Whenever one of these crea tures crosses the path of a worshiper, they believe Shegorach has brought them good luck. However, having rats in your home is a sign that Shegorach is upset with your deeds and you must appease him by placing coins, some fresh bones, or delectable treats on an altar outside your door.
Ritual
A common practice among the Trickster’s worshipers is to adorn themselves with strange masks on the eve of autumn’s harvest. Some devout have even been known to try to trick others by releasing rats into their homes, and then stealing the coins or food placed out to appease the god.
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