Brutus (Broo-tus)

Son of Magnus and Cosmia, Brutus is the god of war. A powerful and deadly god, Brutus delights in all kinds of martial combat, especially that of battle. As such he is always venerated before battle and is considered the god of soldiers; indeed it is said that from time to time he will take the field as a common soldier to revel in combat once more. However Brutus is sometimes seen as a reckless god, often charging into conflict without thought for strategy. It is for this reason that the monarchs of Ásaterra used to venerate Magnus upon a victory in war rather than Brutus.

Associated Myths

During mortal battles, Brutus would often take to the field to fight among the mortals. It was there that the God of War saw Lady Death and was enthralled by her deadly grace. Being another immortal, Brutus was able to see the Goddess guide the souls of the fallen to the next realm. However, Lady Death had always ignored his attentions, content in her own company and focusing on the souls she guided. Brutus, however, was not deterred, which is why he chooses to repeatedly kill in battle, in order to summon Lady Death each time so that he can look upon her. This has lead to him gaining a reputation for charging into battle recklessly without heeding tactics, to both sooth his bloodlust and to try once more to win the ancient Lady's affections.

Divine Domains

• War
• Soldiers
• Battle
• Bloodshed

Artifacts

The Helm of Brutus

A legendary helmet that is said to bestow upon the wearer the gifts of Brutus. It must be won from the current bearer of the helmet through combat.

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Brutus at times chooses to take form on the mortal plain as a lion, a strong and proud creature capable of tearing the greatest of warriors limb from limb.

Divine Classification

Deity