Paires - The Gentle Giant
"Life tends to trample people, and we often feel crushed and worthless. But, none of us often see what is underneath it all. The roots that nurture us; keep us going, that have helped us grow all this time. The connections we have, the sacrifices we’ve made. Our hope and faith."Paires is the Ancient of Earth, Travel and Agriculture. Despite being depicted as a massive earth titan, and one of the largest ancients in terms of pure size, he is also regarded as one of the weakest prime ancients. This notion may be perpetuated by many renowned practioners of magic on Arkos regarding any earth based magic as "weak". His weakness may also stem from injuries sustained during The Cataclysm, as many believe Paires used his immense form to shield the world from much of the damage of the conflict. Regardless, Paires may also be one of the most widely worshipped and acknowledged Ancients, as he is the patron Ancients of most farmers, travelers, merchants and other commonfolk. Paires himself tends to the land of Villam, a realm of endless toiled fields and earth. The crops Paires grows are said to be a stark reflection of the health of the worlds in the Mortal Realm. While the fields of Villam are generally regarded as a tranquil arcadia, the realm itself is not free of otherworldly danger.
Divine Domains
Earth, Agriculture, Travel, Trade
Divine Symbols & Sigils
A golden stalk of wheat. A sickle.
Tenets of Faith
- All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.
- Nurture the earth and those around you; diligent hands lead to a bountiful harvest.
- Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart. Creation is to be treasured.
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