Angrathar, Spirit of Wrath

Angrathar is a powerful and malevolent Major Spirit that embodies the sin of Wrath. Angrathar as the spirit of wrath, is associated with volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and other natural disasters.   He is said to appear as a swirling vortex of flames and fury, with eyes that blaze like the sun, taking the form of a giant angry spirit of fire. His voice is a deafening roar that can be heard for miles, and his touch is said to be like being consumed by fire.   Angrathar's followers believe that by appeasing him with sacrifices and offerings, they will be granted a portion of his immense power. They use rituals to summon him and make pacts with him, promising to use his power to wreak havoc and destruction in the mortal Realm. However, those who fail to hold up their end of the bargain will suffer his wrath.   As a spirit, Angrathar is believed to be able to possess inanimate objects and natural features, such as a volcanic mountain. He can also possess his followers and grant them his divine Fury, transforming them into monstrous beings consumed by the wrath and chaos he embodies.  

APPEARANCE

Angrathar's appearance is that of a powerful and fearsome being. He is often depicted as a swirling vortex of flames and fury, with eyes that blaze like the sun. His body is made up of swirling red and orange flames, giving the impression of a being constantly consumed by rage. He is often depicted as a giant spirit, towering over those who summon him and easily able to fill a large temple or natural feature like a volcano.   His voice is said to be a deafening roar that can be heard for miles, and it's said that those who hear it feel an overwhelming sense of anger and fear. He is powerful, and it's said that his presence is palpable and intimidating. He radiates a sense of destruction, his very being is the embodiment of the destructive power of rage. He is not a being that anyone would want to anger.   His followers often depict him with a fierce or wrathful expression, with a fierce look and a sharp gaze, as if ready to unleash his fury upon anyone who would dare to cross him. He is often shown wielding a weapon such as a giant sword or axe, representative of his destructive power.  

PERSONALITY

Angrathar is a spirit of unbridled wrath and destruction. His personality is characterized by his fierce anger and his desire to cause chaos and destruction. He is not a being that can be reasoned with, and he will stop at nothing to destroy anything or anyone that stands in his way. He is not a patient spirit, and he demands to be appeased with regular sacrifices and offerings. He does not tolerate failure or betrayal from his followers and those who fail to appease him will incur his wrath.   His followers believe that by embracing their rage and unleashing it upon their enemies, they will become stronger and more powerful. They see Angrathar as a spirit who represents the power of anger and rage, and they believe that by channeling their own anger and rage, they can become powerful warriors and conquerors. He encourages his followers to be violent, destructive, and ruthless in their pursuit of power. He is also considered a spirit that is consumed by his own wrath and anger and will bring chaos and destruction to everyone around him, friend or foe, if not appeased.   In summary, Angrathar is a being of pure anger, violent and destructive, he does not tolerate betrayal and his followers worship him because they see his chaotic nature as a means to achieve power, but those who angered him will face the full wrath of this spirit.  

HISTORY

   

TRADITIONS & PRACTICES

There are ten commandments that priests of Angrathar must adhere to:

• Worship Angrathar above all other spirits. The Fury of Wrath is to be honored and appeased above all other spirits.
• Offer regular sacrifices to Angrathar in order to appease him and gain his favor. These sacrifices should be violent and bloody and should be performed in secret to avoid interference from outsiders.
• Perform regular rituals to summon Angrathar and make pacts with him. These rituals should be conducted in secret and performed only by those initiated into the priesthood.
• Channel your anger and rage, using it to fuel your attacks against your enemies and to bring destruction to those who stand in your way.
• Make use of underhanded tactics and indiscriminate destruction in order to achieve your goals. Angrathar does not condone honorable or honorable warfare.
• Show no mercy to those who stand in your way or oppose your goals. Angrathar demands complete loyalty and devotion from his followers.
• Be ruthless in your pursuit of power, for Angrathar rewards the strong and punishes the weak.
• Wear the symbol of Angrathar at all times, so that others may recognize you as a follower of the Fury of Wrath.
• Spare no effort to punish any who would dare to mock or insult Angrathar, as such an offense is considered a grave one.
• Do not seek out or associate with those, not of the faith. Only through isolation and devotion to Angrathar can one hope to achieve true power.

Ritual of Fury

The "Ritual of Fury" is a ritual that the priests of Angrathar perform in order to appease the spirit and gain his favor. It is a dangerous and powerful ritual that is only to be performed by those who are initiated into the priesthood.   The ritual takes place at night, in a secluded location, typically within a hidden underground chamber or a remote mountainous or volcanic region. The location is chosen specifically because of its association with natural disasters and destruction, which are seen as manifestations of Angrathar's power.   The ritual begins with the priests gathering around a large altar that is adorned with the symbol of Angrathar. The altar is made of black stone and is adorned with incense and offerings of blood.   The priests then begin to chant the "Hymns of Angrathar", which are designed to appeal to the spirit's wrathful nature and promise to channel it toward enemies and adversaries. As the chanting grows louder and more frenzied, the priests begin to enter a trance-like state, becoming more and more consumed by their own rage and anger.   As the climax of the ritual approaches, a volunteer is chosen to act as a vessel for Angrathar. The volunteer is bound to the altar and the priests begin to perform the sacrifice, which is typically a live animal but can also be a human in certain cases. The volunteer is then stabbed and their blood is used to draw a magical circle around the altar.   As the sacrifice is made, the priests use the blood to draw the symbol of Angrathar on the altar, and then they invoke the spirit's name, calling upon him to manifest and take possession of the volunteer. As the invocation is made, the room is filled with intense heat and light, and Angrathar's presence is said to be palpable.   At this point, the volunteer's body convulses and contorts as Angrathar takes possession of them. They become a vessel for the spirit's power, and their eyes turn red, a sign that they have been consumed by Angrathar's wrath. This possession lasts for a certain amount of time and in certain cases, is permanent.   The priests then use this vessel to perform acts of destruction and violence in the name of Angrathar, believing that by doing so they will gain the spirit's favor and be granted a portion of his immense power. This ritual is extremely dangerous, both for the volunteer who risks being consumed by Angrathar's wrath and for anyone that might be targeted by the priests while they are under the spirit's possession.  

OFFERINGS

The priests of Angrathar believe that offering sacrifices to the spirit will appease him and gain his favor. The offerings to Angrathar are typically violent and bloody in nature, as they are meant to reflect the spirit's destructive and chaotic nature. Here are some examples of the types of offerings that Angrathar's priests may make:  

• Blood offerings: Angrathar is often offered the blood of animals or even humans as an offering. This could include the blood of cows, pigs, goats, or even humans. The blood is typically collected in a chalice and poured over the altar as a sacrifice.
• Weapon offerings: Angrathar is also said to accept offerings of weapons, such as swords, axes, and maces. These weapons are typically ritually cleansed and then placed on the altar as an offering.
• Fire offerings: Fire is also considered an acceptable offering to Angrathar as it symbolizes the spirit's destructive power. Priests may make fire offerings by throwing live animals, or other materials like incense, into a fire as a sacrifice.
• Destructive offerings: In line with the spirit's nature, the priests of Angrathar may also make offerings of destruction and violence. This may include things like burning down a building or vandalizing a sacred site, and these actions are typically carried out in secret.
• Humanoid sacrifices: in certain extreme cases and in secret, Humanoid sacrifices are also accepted by Angrathar. These are typically prisoners of war, criminals, or other individuals that are deemed to be disposable.

 

SHRINES & PRIESTS

Shrines to Angrathar are typically hidden and located in remote or secluded places, such as underground chambers, remote mountainous or volcanic regions or ruins of cities that have been laid waste by violence. The shrines are typically crude and functional in design, with little in the way of ornamentation. They are places where his followers go to meditate on their rage and to make offerings to the spirit.   The shrines are usually guarded by the priests of Angrathar, who are fiercely loyal to the spirit and will defend his shrines with their lives if necessary. They are typically fierce warriors and barbarians who lead by example, using their rage and fury to crush their enemies in battle. They are often adorned with tattoos or other physical markings that symbolize their devotion to Angrathar.   The priests of Angrathar are responsible for performing the rituals and ceremonies that are required to appease the spirit and gain his favor. They are also responsible for interpreting the spirit's will and for communicating it to the rest of the community. They are often consulted by their followers for guidance, advice, and protection.   Priests of Angrathar are often feared and respected by their communities, and they are known to be ruthless and dangerous individuals. They are not above using underhanded tactics or performing acts of indiscriminate destruction to achieve their goals. They are often seen as powerful figures, and they are often sought out by those who wish to channel their anger and rage in order to achieve power.   The priests of Angrathar are typically fierce warriors and barbarians who are physically imposing and intimidating. They are typically tall, muscular, and heavily scarred, often as a result of their involvement in battle and the various rituals they perform.   They often wear dark, soot-covered clothing that is designed to protect them from the intense heat of the rituals they perform. They also often wear armor made of metal, leather or hide, as well as carrying weapons such as swords, axes, and maces, which they use in battle and rituals.   In addition to this, priests of Angrathar often adorn themselves with tattoos, piercings, and other physical markings that symbolize their devotion to Angrathar. These tattoos and piercings often depict the spirit or his symbol and are seen as a sign of the priest's commitment to the spirit.   They also wear a symbol of Angrathar around their neck, either carved in wood, metal or stone, it's often used as a sign of recognition among the priests and can be used as a symbol of respect or fear by the followers.