Eriu, Goddess of Valor (EAR-ee-you)
The Golden Champion, The Lady of Honor
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Eriu is the goddess of justice, valor, honor, dueling, and leadership Eriu believes that the law is a tool of greatest good, and that without it, society would fall to anarchy and horror Eriu believes that people should always be helped and that to be honorable is to be just and mercifulDepiction
Eriu is depicted as a tall, imposing woman in shining armor, holding a lance; she is often shown astride a white horse. She is sometimes shown as a white-flanked centaur. Eriu is a proud goddess, confidant, sure of herself and her teachings. She expects excellence from her followers and she looks sternly on those who fall from the paths of honor and goodness. She can be stubborn and overly righteous, defending what she thinks is good even in the face of opposing information. Despite her pride, however, she is a staunch defender of the innocent and cares not for her own safety in the face of overwhelming odds.Relationships
Eriu is the daughter of Caelus and Fodla, and the sister of Lucetius Eriu’s pride and belief in the goodness of the law sometimes strains her relationships with other gods, such as Eosphorus and Steyfano. She focuses mostly on her church and fighting the forces of evil.Symbols
Eriu’s holy symbol is a golden lance over a silver shield Eriu’s colors are yellow and white Eriu’s favored weapon is the lance Among Eriu’s other symbols are horses, banners, shields, and wreaths
Divine Classification
Goddess
Religions
Church/Cult
Honorary & Occupational Titles
The Golden Champion, The Lady of Honor
Children
Gender
Female
Order, War
