Tyr the Brave
Eldest son of Wotan, Tyr is the patron god of most of Novigrad, and it is his will that they seek to unite the kingdoms as a holy mission. His domains are well known and well described, and he is associated with his brothers Baldur, Heimdall, Hod and Thor. His extensive church forms a culture unto itself in the south; some adventurers, mercenaries, and priests proclaim their loyalty to the his church, rather than to any city-state. He is the bravest and most honorable of the Aesir gods. His trustworthiness is legendary; Tyr allowed the wolf Fenrir to bite off his right hand rather than break his word. To this day he is the only god Fenrir shows any trust in. Tyr has never broken his word. He has also been a major advocate for peace with the enemies of the Aesir and has pushed alongside Baldur and Tim the Enchanter to broker peace with the giants in the past. It is also Tyr who helped bind the wolf Fenrir at the behest of the AllFather. This was a shameful moment for Tyr, one he came to regret, and has since worked towards a better future to attone for his actions.
Depiction. Tyr is a strong, bearded man with a missing right hand, usually with a shield attatched to it.
Worshippers. Followers of Tyr in Novigrad include soldiers, most citizens of Novigrad, and captains and officers throughout the land. Women and children view him as a protector, beyond his role as the god of war.
Commandments
Depiction. Tyr is a strong, bearded man with a missing right hand, usually with a shield attatched to it.
Worshippers. Followers of Tyr in Novigrad include soldiers, most citizens of Novigrad, and captains and officers throughout the land. Women and children view him as a protector, beyond his role as the god of war.
Commandments
- Teach the value of courage in all things, though not to the point of foolhardiness, and self-sacrifice, but not for personal gain.
- Always uphold your vows and never go back on your word
- Show bravery even in times of fear
- Admit your mistakes, take your rite of attonement, and strive to walk in the light
Relationships
Spouses
Siblings
Heimdall
(Brother)
Fafnir
(Brother)
Thor, Giants Bane
(Brother)
Baldur the Beloved
(Brother)
Freyja and Freyr
(Adopted Sister and Brother)
Hod
(Brother)
Children
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