Susaame (Soo-Zaa-Meh)
God of Sea & Storms
Greater Deity
Symbol: Swirling storm cloud
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Portfolio: Seas, storms, unpredictability
Domains: Chaos, Water, Weather, Ocean
Favored Weapon: Trident
Description: Susaame is the deity of the tumultuous seas, the roaring storms, and the ever-changing nature of the ocean. Often depicted as a tempestuous force of chaos, Susaame represents the unpredictable and powerful aspects of the natural world. Sailors and fishermen turn to Susaame for guidance and protection during their perilous journeys across the waves. Susaame's divine presence is felt most keenly during raging tempests, and many believe that the god's wrath can be placated with offerings and rituals.
Cleric Alignments: Chaotic Neutral, Chaotic Good, Chaotic Evil, True Neutral
Domains: Chaos, Water, Weather, Ocean
Subdomains: Storms, Oceans, Whimsy, Imagination
Favored Weapon: Trident
Cleric Abilities:
Spells: Susaame grants access to the Chaos, Water, and Weather domains. His clerics can prepare spells from these domains using their spell slots.
Domain Powers: Clerics of Susaame gain domain powers associated with the Chaos, Water, and Weather domains.
Susaame's Divine Realm: Susaame's divine realm is a tempestuous realm called the "Stormtide Abyss," a constantly changing seascape of churning waters, storms, and bizarre, unpredictable phenomena.
Divine Symbol: Susaame's divine symbol is a swirling storm cloud, representing tempestuous weather and the unpredictable forces of nature.
Adjective for Followers: Those who worship Susaame are often referred to as "Susaameans."
Followers: Susaame's followers include sailors, fishermen, adventurers, and those who rely on the sea and weather for their livelihoods. They seek Susaame's blessings for safe journeys, bountiful catches, and protection from storms.
Edicts: Susaame's followers are bound by the following edicts:
Embrace the Fury: Emulate the untamed power of the sea and storms, recognizing that nature's chaos can bring both destruction and renewal.
Respect the Depths: Show reverence for the mysteries of the deep ocean, its creatures, and the secrets it holds.
Navigate Wisely: Strive to be skilled mariners, guiding vessels safely through treacherous waters and turbulent weather.
Anathemas: Deviating from Susaame's teachings and principles carries serious consequences:
Wanton Destruction: Causing harm to nature without cause or recklessly endangering the lives of others through recklessness is anathema to Susaame's teachings.
Despoiling the Sea: Polluting or exploiting the oceans without regard for their delicate ecosystems or the creatures within is seen as a grave transgression.
Sacred Animals: Susaame's sacred animals include the dolphin, symbolizing protection and guidance to seafarers, and the sea serpent, a creature of the deep with an air of mystery.
Divine Domains
Air, Destruction, Trickery, Water, Weather.