Nyx (niks)

"Bend not, break not, for in absolute adherence, we stand unshaken."

The Unyielding Arbiter

Nyx, known as The Unyielding Arbiter, is a formidable deity in the pantheon of the Old Gods. They embody the relentless enforcement of law and order, standing as a symbol of the unbreakable and absolute nature of societal rules.

History

Nyx emerged from the ashes of a lost civilization, part of the pantheon of Old Gods. Representing the unyielding enforcement of law, Nyx is known for their absolute and uncompromising nature. Their worship is centered around the strict adherence to the rule of law, viewing the world in stark black and white, with gray being considered heretical.

Worshipping Nyx

Setting and Atmosphere

Temples of Nyx are imposing structures of black and white, embodying the deity’s clear-cut view of law. They often double as courts, where judgments are passed and laws are upheld with unwavering strictness.

Core Rituals

Worship involves regimented and precise rituals that reflect the order and structure Nyx represents. This includes the reading of laws, public declarations of loyalty, and reenactments of significant legal decisions.

Rituals of Liberation

Unlike rituals that focus on freedom, Nyx’s rituals of liberation are about liberating society from chaos and lawlessness. This is achieved through demonstrations of discipline and the reinforcement of societal structures.

Festivals and Celebrations

Festivals in Nyx’s honor celebrate the establishment and maintenance of law and order. These events emphasize community, loyalty, and the strength of civilization. Celebrations often involve showcasing the community’s adherence to law and the punishment of lawbreakers.

Magical Experimentation

Magic, when practiced by followers of Nyx, focuses on the domains of law, protection, and strength. Magical practices are strictly regulated, ensuring they adhere to the legal and moral codes sanctioned by Nyx.

Pilgrimages and Reflective Practices

Pilgrimages for Nyx's followers involve visiting historic sites of legal significance, such as ancient courts or battlegrounds where law was upheld against chaos. Reflection is centered around the understanding and interpretation of law.

Symbols and Offerings

Symbols of Nyx include unbroken chains and the butchering axe, representing the inescapable nature of law and the consequence of its breach. Offerings are often items symbolizing loyalty to law or representations of personal sacrifices made in the name of maintaining order.

Loyalties

Law, Order, Consequences

Pantheon
Old Gods
Areas of Concern
Law, Order, Judgement, Execution
Domains
Artifice, Community, Law, Protection, Strength
Subdomains
Archon, Construct, Cooperation, Defense, Devil, Fortifications, Home, Industry, Inevitable, Judgment, Kyton, Legislation, Loyalty, Purity, Resolve, Slavery, Sovereignty, Toil, Tyranny
Favored Weapon
Butchering Axe
Symbol
Chains
Sacred Animal
Ox
Sacred Colors
Black, White (Gray is considered heretical.)