Karelia, Goddess of Death

Karelia is the goddess of death in the pantheon of Halpyrnia. She is often depicted as a dark and mysterious figure, with long black robes and a hood that conceals her face. Her followers believe that she holds the keys to the afterlife, and that she guides the souls of the departed to their final resting place.

Despite her ominous reputation, Karelia is not an evil goddess. Rather, she is seen as a necessary force in the universe, balancing the scales of life and death. Her followers believe that she ensures that all things come to an end, so that new beginnings may emerge.

Karelia is a solemn and enigmatic figure, rarely speaking directly to her followers. Her worshipers hold solemn ceremonies to honor her, often involving the lighting of candles and the offering of gifts to honor the departed. Her priests are often skilled in the arts of healing and necromancy, using their powers to ease the suffering of the dying and to communicate with the dead.

As the goddess of death, Karelia is often invoked by those who are facing the end of their lives, or by those who have lost loved ones. Her followers believe that she brings comfort to the dying, and that she offers solace to the grieving. They also believe that through their devotion to Karelia, they can prepare themselves for their own eventual journey to the afterlife.

Karelia's influence can be felt throughout the world of Halpyrnia, reminding all beings that death is a necessary part of life, and that all things must come to an end. Despite her ominous reputation, her followers find comfort and hope in her guidance, trusting that she will guide them to their final resting place.

Clerical Domain(s): Death, Grave

Symbol: A skull