Vodite, God of Stone

God of Stone Vodite

Vodite is known for being as strong and steady as the stone he governs. Considered the father of Glenerene he has taken a role as a teacher and guide for the peoples of the world. He, like Foxglove, Goddess of Flowers is a very active god as he is believed to walk the grounds of his most sacred temple and offers knowledge to those who would seek him out.

Divine Domains

"He stands as tall as a mountain and just as resolute. His harshness is tempered by his kindess that is second only to Foxglove. If serenity is what you seek then his temple is where you will find it." - Creavan Aria, Warden of Stone

The stone, metal, soil and everything that makes the bones of Glenerene. To his followers he is the Father of Glenerene and a teacher to all. He stands tall and steady and serves as a reminder that the world will weather any storm thrown its way. He is compassionate and kind but unyielding and strong, he teaches patience and perseverance but also teaches standing tall and resolute in your belief.

Holy Books & Codes

The Book of Serenity is considered the holy text of those who follow Vodite. A book said to have been written under his teachings and influenced directly by him. The book details teachings on serenity and finding peace and wisdom through understanding nature. It's core teachings are forgiveness, understanding, seeking knowledge, and standing strong by your beliefs.

Divine Symbols & Sigils

The Stone Pillar is commonly used as a symbol of Vodite and there is one in every temple and shrine dedicated to him. This is due to the belief that he is a central structure of the wolrd as well as the embody his teachings of strength and resolve.
Granite is considered a sacred stone to the followers of Vodite, as it comes in as many varieties and paterns as there are peoples in the world. Despite the many appearnces though granite remains the same fundemental stone and is strong and resistant.
A sacred animal to Vodite is the Amlior Horse which is found only in the Amlor Forest, or as it is most commonly called The Petrified Forest which houses the Temple of Living Stone. The horse is thought to be a breed that Vodite himself created as a companion.

Tenets of Faith

The rules that govern those who would follow Vodite are as follows:

• The pursuit of Knowledge for the sake of bettering oneself and lives of others

• Compassion for all creatures and beings, especially those less fortunate than oneself

• Resolve and a will of stone, do not compromise one's belifes of dreams

• Strength to stand tall and to defend one's values and those precious to them

• Perserverence to push through any obstical and overcome any hardship through determination and not giving up

Trials of Faith

To become a warden of stone Vodite requires a series of tasks be completed. Those tasks are meant to assess one's adherence to the tenants of their faith as well as their dedication to bettering themselves and others. Each tenant represents a fundemntal aspect of Vodite's teachings.

• One must begin the trials with 20 acts of Kindness and Compassion born of genuine need and done unto strangers one has never met. While donations to charities and orphanages are appreciated they do not count to this goal. It must be a random and impulsive act.

• The next task to complete a Pilgramige to the sacred homes of each member of The Nature Pantheon. He requires this so as to encourage his followers to seek guidence from more than just himself and increase their knowledge of nature and the world.

• The third task of the trials is to climb the Drogar Rise, the tallest mountain in Glenerene to meet Vodite there and learn of the last task and prove they have the strength and perseverence to guide others through the harshest of tasks

• As the final task is given by Vodite himself it is uknown what it is, though it is said to be unique to each Warden.

Divine Goals & Aspirations

His goal is to guide and teach the peoples of Glenerene balance in all things and serenity. He wants them to learn how to walk with nature and to accept others without compromising their values. He seeks to empower those who feel powerless and to temper those who are arrogant.

by Moonflower-Writing on Heroforge

Divine Classification

God

Religions

• The Nature Pantheon

Current Location

Temple of Living Stone

Pronouns

He/HIm

Gender

Male

Presentation

Masculine

Eyes

Deep earthy green

Hair

Long neatly braided steel grey

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Pale gold

Height

7'0"

Ruled Locations

• Temple of Living Stone

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