Erathis, the Law Bearer
Erathis, the Lawbearer, is the goddess of civilization and laws. She is commonly worshiped by leaders and judges.
The inspiration behind many great inventions, the creation of vast cities, and law and order within society, Erathis claims dominion over civilization. Judges and rulers pay respect at her temples, which are central structures in many cities across Exandria. Peace and order through structure and law guides the will of her devout followers.
Erathis resides within the glorious divine metropolis of Hestavar, the Bright City. This glowing oasis coasts through the Astral Plane, as the Law Bearer watches over the denizens bathed in the endless daytime that illuminates the busy streets.
Divine Domains
Knowledge, Order
Divine Symbols & Sigils
Double-headed axe inset with a pattern of scales.
Tenets of Faith
- Utilize the company and aid of others. The efforts of the individual often pale against the capabilities of community.
- Strive to tame the wilds in the name of civilization, and defend the points of light and order against the chaos of darkness.
- Uphold and revere the spirit of invention. Found new settlements, build where inspiration strikes, and expand the edicts of the Lawbearer.
Holidays
The Law Bearer's holy day is Civilization's Dawn, which is celebrated on the autumnal equinox, usually the twenty-second day of the ninth month. In the Dwendalian Empire, people celebrate by having feasts in honour of the laws of the Dwendal bloodline. One seat at every table is left open for the king, who eats in spirit with the people he rules.
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
The Lawbearer is shown as a hooded, armored woman sitting atop a throne or a throne of pillars, her face obscured or expressionless. She is often depicted with light brown skin and a strong but lithe body.
Social
Contacts & Relations
The Law Bearer has a tempestuous romance with Melora, the Wildmother, a furious love that is tempered only when civilization and nature are in balance.
Relationships
History
Zehir loathes Erathis and Melora, for he despises life, order, and love above all things. His surviving worshipers use poison and fire to undermine civilization and consume nature, hoping to infuriate both gods and cast Exandria into chaos.
Divine Classification
Prime Deity
Religions
Spouses
Melora, the Wildmother
(lover)
Siblings
Children
Pronouns
she/her/hers
Lawful Neutral
