Votia

Votian, the god of suffering and torture, is a malevolent and dread-inducing deity in the pantheon of Idorin. This sinister figure embodies the darkest aspects of pain and torment, wielding his influence over those who revel in cruelty and anguish.

Divine Domains

Pain Suffering Torture Despair

Artifacts

The Abyssal Scourge: A cruel, barbed whip with the power to cause excruciating pain and suffering with each lash. It is said to be able to extract secrets from the tormented and break even the strongest wills. The Abyssal Scourge is wielded by Votian's most devoted high priests during their rituals of torment.
The Chain of Agony: A cursed, unbreakable chain that binds its victims in relentless suffering. Once ensnared by the Chain of Agony, escape is nearly impossible, and the pain it inflicts is unending. This artifact is used in Votian's most malevolent rituals and is a symbol of eternal torment.
The Heart of Despair: A grotesque, pulsating organ that represents the embodiment of despair. It is believed to be capable of sowing hopelessness in those who come into contact with it. The Heart of Despair is used in dark rites to invoke profound feelings of dread and hopelessness in Votian's followers.
The Crucible of Agony: An inverted, blackened crucible filled with searing, otherworldly flames. It symbolizes the eternal torment and suffering that Votian's worshipers seek to inflict upon their victims. The Crucible of Agony is central to rituals that invoke Votian's malevolent presence.

Holy Books & Codes

Tome of Torment

Divine Symbols & Sigils

twisted and barbed whip a broken and bleeding heart a shattered chain an inverted crucible filled with searing flames

Tenets of Faith

Embrace the Agony: Followers of Votian are taught to embrace and revel in the pain and suffering of themselves and others. They believe that enduring and inflicting suffering is a path to enlightenment and favor in the eyes of their malevolent god.
Spread Despair: Votian's followers are encouraged to sow despair and hopelessness wherever they go. They see despair as a means to weaken the will and resolve of mortals, making them more susceptible to the influence of Votian's darkness.
Torment the Innocent: Devotees of Votian are taught to seek out the innocent and inflict suffering upon them. They believe that tormenting those who have not yet experienced pain is a way to corrupt and break the spirit.
Foster Cruelty: The faith of Votian promotes cruelty as a virtue. Followers are encouraged to devise sadistic and inventive methods of inflicting pain, continually pushing the boundaries of suffering.
Eternal Devotion: The ultimate goal of Votian's faith is eternal devotion to the god of suffering. Followers aspire to become eternal instruments of torment and agony, believing that their devotion will be rewarded with everlasting favor in the afterlife.

Divine Classification

God

Realm

Baartor

Church/Cult

Children of Torment

Ruled Locations

• Baartor