Raveyar/Nebelun (Rav-ee-yar/Nebe-lun)
Overview
Killed by the Tyrant Callus Starbane during the calamity, they were the twin sibling of Atetsis and the dwarven god of invention and artifice. Venerated by dwarves, humans, and gnomes (who know him as Nebelun) alike, Raveyar transforms ideas into concrete form and inspires mortals to make new things. They care only for the act of creation, playing little heed to the consequences of letting loose their inventions into the world. Some in the church of Atetsis oppose the Wonderbringer for holding technology over the Art, but in truth Raveyar viewed magic as simply another tool by which they could create new devices. In gnomish communities it is accepted that when Raveyar was killed during the Calamity, the trickster god and leader of the gnomish pantheon Garl Glittergold outwitted Callus Starbane and stole the divine spark left behind, taking it to safety where it formed into the Gnomish god Nebelun. Nebelun quickly assumed Raveyar’s leftover portfolio and supplied power to Raveyar’s church, while receiving the worship as an aspect. During the Godfall, he was destroyed by secretive cultists of Mekhane, who then attempted to use his parts to rebuild their god. Their heresy warped technology and caused the plane of Mechanicus to collapse, destroying it and making certain technologies fail.Portfolio and Responsibilities
They are a god whose portfolio includes artifice, craft, construction, and smith work. Except in the roaming cities of gnomish culture, the church of Raveyar consists largely of itinerant clerics who move from town to hamlet to city, finding employment as master crafters, builders, smiths, and engineers. Settling in one place is frowned upon unless a cleric can show his or her superiors that the prospective home is a center for innovation. In recent years, the church of Raveyar has earned the ire of rulers across Ekrune for introducing smoke powder and firearms to the realm when it came to Ekrune from the lands of the Calimshan. Most view such weapons as a threat to their authority, as they approximate the power of a wizard’s spells yet are usable by commoners who are not invested in supporting the status quo.Divine Domains
Dwarf/Gnome, Artifice (Including Alchemy, Construct, and Industry), Fire, Earth (Including Metal), Knowledge
Divine Symbols & Sigils
Holy Weapon - Warhammer
Holy Animal - None
Holy Color - Burgandy, Brown, Gold
Holy Mineral - Iron, Adamantine
Holy Symbol - Gear
Tenets of Faith
Edicts - Invent and create new technology. Study the relics of the past and replicate them. Innovate society and reclaim old Aralla.
Anathema - Stagnate technological progress. Destroy inventions and creations. Ignore your history.
Holidays
Their one holy festival is the Ippensheir, named for Ippen, Raveyar's First Servant, and celebrated during the twelve days immediately following Greengrass. All clergy of Raveyar and his devout worshipers gather at a temple, abbey, or holy site where a famed inventor or craftsmen once worked. It is a time of feasting, drinking, and revelry, during which they show inventions to and share innovations with their fellow Raveyaran. Some visit as many gatherings of the faithful as they can during this time, using a network of portals maintained by the church to link major defensible holy houses.
Example Paladin Codes
By the dual essence of Raveyar and Nebelun, I take this oath, fusing my destiny with the anvil and the arcane, dedicating my life to the grand tapestry of creation and innovation.- I commit my hands and mind to the ceaseless act of creation, honoring Raveyar's spirit and Nebelun's rebirth in every artifact I craft and design.
- The act of inventing is sacred. I shall constantly seek new methods, materials, and ideas, pushing the boundaries of what is known and expanding the realm of the possible
- I pledge to share my knowledge and innovations with the world, understanding that progress and evolution are the lifeblood of civilization. However, I also commit to ensuring that my creations are used responsibly.
- I will honor the legacy of Raveyar and the guidance of Nebelun, understanding the deep bond between creation and trickery, innovation and adaptability.
- In a world where innovation can empower the many, I shall strive to democratize access to knowledge and tools, ensuring that progress benefits all, not just the privileged few.
- The blend of the arcane and the artisanal is a dance of beauty and complexity. I pledge to master this dance, intertwining magic and mechanism in harmonious symphony.
Physical Description
Body Features
Raveyar was depicted as mostly metal dwarf (or gnome as Nebelun) holding a smith’s hammer and wearing an apron, usually shown bringing the hammer down on an adamantine anvil.
Divine Classification
Rank 12 Intermediate Deity (Dead Power)
Alignment
True Neutral
Realm
Church/Cult
Honorary & Occupational Titles
“The Wonderbringer” or “The Lord of All Smiths”
Date of Death
3545 BC
Children
Pronouns
they/them
Aligned Organization
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