Geb (gheb)
Geb also known as Gebthant in Thay and Gebakotep in Unther, was the eldest member of the Mulhorandi pantheon. Though once more curious and quick-tempered, he had mellowed since his birth to become a more cautious and even-tempered deity, slow to display emotion but appreciative of humour of all varieties.
Clerics of Geb typically painted a series of three blue circles on their shaved heads that serve as a symbol of their calling. They often colored their skin to a brown tint, and it was not uncommon for a member of the clergy to grow a short beard that was then braided. Usual vestments include a kalasiris, bracers, and iron-shod boots. These items were usually inlaid with small precious stones, and were often worn under a blacksmith's apron. Members of Geb's clergy favored heavy armor when preparing for a journey, and dressed as the occasion dictated.
The position of a priest in the church of Geb was hereditary; members belonged to the House of Gebthant and who could claim at least one divine incarnation of Geb among their ancestors were viable. Geb's clergy was largely composed of humans native to Mulhorand, but both dwarves and gnomes would occasionally follow the teachings of the King of the Riches Under the Earth.
Temples dedicated to Geb utilized natural geographic formations in their construction as much as possible. Most of these sites were built underground to better facilitate this decision. At least one temple existed in each mountain range within the range of influence of the nation of Mulhorand.
Worshipers
Followers of Geb spent much of their time working within the earth, seeking to discover the treasures that lay beneath its surface, or working the materials that were found in stone. Clerics had to locate at least one new deposit of precious stones or vein of ore annually. Divine spellcasters dedicated to Geb prayed for spells at midnight.Clerics of Geb typically painted a series of three blue circles on their shaved heads that serve as a symbol of their calling. They often colored their skin to a brown tint, and it was not uncommon for a member of the clergy to grow a short beard that was then braided. Usual vestments include a kalasiris, bracers, and iron-shod boots. These items were usually inlaid with small precious stones, and were often worn under a blacksmith's apron. Members of Geb's clergy favored heavy armor when preparing for a journey, and dressed as the occasion dictated.
The position of a priest in the church of Geb was hereditary; members belonged to the House of Gebthant and who could claim at least one divine incarnation of Geb among their ancestors were viable. Geb's clergy was largely composed of humans native to Mulhorand, but both dwarves and gnomes would occasionally follow the teachings of the King of the Riches Under the Earth.
Temples dedicated to Geb utilized natural geographic formations in their construction as much as possible. Most of these sites were built underground to better facilitate this decision. At least one temple existed in each mountain range within the range of influence of the nation of Mulhorand.
Orders
- Fellowship of the Mithril Mountain: Charged with discovering the location of large mithril deposits, this order was composed primarily of traveling clerics of Geb.
- Brotherhood of the Pick: The members of this order served as a representatives of the miners and craftsmen of Mulhorand, presenting their needs and wants to the nobility.
Divine Domains
Earth
Divine Symbols & Sigils
Physical Description
Special abilities
Geb could summon earth elementals to his side, and could exert control over certain denizens of the Elemental Plane of Earth.
Specialized Equipment
Geb's staff allowed him to duplicate the effects of any earth-related spell or magical item. He was also able to negate all such effects.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Geb was the first child of the deities Shu and Tefnut. He wed his sister, Nut, and they had four children. The two were forcibly separated when Geb was ordered to join the Mulhorandi pantheon on Toril.
During the First Empire, Geb was considered an intermediate deity and his church flourished. However, due in part to inaction on the part of his clergy, Geb received little respect by the mid–14th century DR.
Geb led his most faithful followers in building the Golden Forge during the Time of Troubles in 1358 DR. This temple served to prevent the eruption of a volcano that would devastate much of Unther's coastal regions.
During the First Empire, Geb was considered an intermediate deity and his church flourished. However, due in part to inaction on the part of his clergy, Geb received little respect by the mid–14th century DR.
Geb led his most faithful followers in building the Golden Forge during the Time of Troubles in 1358 DR. This temple served to prevent the eruption of a volcano that would devastate much of Unther's coastal regions.
Social
Contacts & Relations
Geb was the father of Isis, Set, Osiris, and Nephthys. Other than Set, he remained on good terms with all his children. He also counted Flandal Steelskin, Grumbar, and Moradin as friends.
Family Ties
Divine Classification
Lesser deity
Religions
Honorary & Occupational Titles
King of the Riches Under the Earth
Father Under the Skies and Sands
Lord Earth
Father Under the Skies and Sands
Lord Earth
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