Ragna
Forged of Fire
The Coliseum roars around the leather-clad warrior in the middle of the arena. To them, the crowd's loud, crying cheers are only a background accompaniment to the thrum and crescendo of the impending battle. The beating drums signal the arrival of their opponent. The warrior shakes off the touch of fear that threatens to embrace them as the massive flaming beast emerges, roaring. This may not be honorable war, but a performance can and will be provided: a show of bravery, of courage, and fighting prowess. Looking over the Coliseum is a massive statue of the Goddess of War herself. When pleased by her warriors, the statue is said to depict a fire genasi woman with dreadlocks that fade to molten lava, cascading down her back. The tallies on her arms are to represent her victories on the battlefield and in the Coliseum. However, when her warriors displease her and fail to live up to her expectations of honor and bravery, the statue shifts to a woman composed entirely of fire, covered in obsidian plating. When angered, the War Goddess has no qualms wreaking havoc against all those who have failed her. When angered, there is nothing that can stop the fiery inferno of Ragna's rage. Yet there is no other Goddess one would desire as an ally in combat for she and her followers are the pinnacle of bravery, courage, and self-sacrifice.
Antagonist: Vad, the Parasitic Stalker
The Warrior Elite
The Coliseum is the seat of Ragna's power and it is where her Warrior Elite – her most promising strategists, gladiators, commanders, and soldiers – reside. While they are primarily a fighting force to be called upon in times of need (and to continuously appease the War Goddess by fighting in the Coliseum), they also oversee most of the affairs of Ragna's domain. Together, the Warrior Elite select the Elect to govern them and rule the Coliseum. While it is an honor among the Warrior Elite to serve as an Elect, it is not without risk. For should Ragna be angered... it is said that the Elect's box is always her first target.
Notable Elects: Princess Elect Noel, the Warrior Queen Ralla, Venya the First Elect
Divine Domains
War, Tempest, Forge, self-sacrifice, battles, heroism, gladiators, courage, and bravery.
Divine Symbols & Sigils
The Tourmaline gemstone, weapons, omega, shield, three claw marks, anvil and hammer, fire
Tenets of Faith
Courage in the Face of Fear – Courage is not the absence of fear. Courage is the willingness to take action when one is terrified. Courage is the ability to overcome the temptation to simply give in to fear. Followers of Ragna train, meditate, and dedicate their lives to being able to overcome any and all fears so that they may face any threat, enemy, or obstacle head-on.
Honorable Defenders – It is the greatest honor for a warrior of Ragna to die in combat. Yet death should not be sought out. Rather, followers of Ragna must always be prepared to put their own lives aside in order to protect their brothers and sisters-in-arms, and those who are too weak to defend themselves. The opportunity to sacrifice oneself should not be sought, but it should be embraced without hesitation should it be presented.
Embracing Emotions – Draw strength from your rage. Draw strength from your passion. Draw strength from your sorrow. Emotions provide a strong force to drive warriors forward into greatness. It permits them to perform incredible feats in the heat of battle. One should seek to embrace their emotions and channel them. One's emotions are like fire; they must be carefully tended to... else they may grow cold and die... or swell to a roaring inferno that can no longer be contained.
Holidays
Hos'Fohos'Dalia, the largest gladiatorial tournament on the continent.
Divine Classification
Spirit of the Land
Alignment
Chaotic Neutral
Children
Pronouns
She/Her/Hers
Aligned Organization
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