Ercon

Ercon is a neutral good greater deity in the Andarian Pantheon. Also known as the Arrogant One, he stands for steadfastness in battle and raw strength. Always eager to prove his strenght in battle, certain to not be able to lose to anybody. In the year 205 of the Third Age Arxons pet raven, Garoh flew to him in panic. Realizing the danger his brother Arxon must be in, he immediately raced to his rescue, sadly arriving to late. The island Goldhaven was already splitted and the only thing he found was the human god Xeres loudly laughing to himself. Garoh indictated the culprit and Xeres confessed immediately. Ercon in a fit of rage massacred Xeres and took his remains for interrogation, but nothing helpful came of the jesters mouth. Garoh stayed for the time being, but after some years disappeared. After Arxons disappearance his influence as a greater deity became greater in Arxons stead, but he refused to take over the responsibilities of his brother, only taking a leading role in times of battle. He has many temples all over Andaria as the machinery of war never really stops. His portfolio includes battle, stubbornness, protection through might and the reaching for greater good. His domains are Pride, Strength, Sun and War.

Depiction

Statues of Ercon are often depicted as a large male dwarf with short red hair and a moustache. He wears heavy golden armor wielding his Halberd and Maul single-handedly. On weapons and armor Ercons embodiment is symbolized as a flame or the sun.

Holy Day

Ercon has no special holy day, for he does not need any. A legend tells, that he once told a cleric of his: "I don't see the necessity of a Holy Day. Either you worship me all the time, or not at all. This is the most befitting for someone like me.", reflecting his most arrogant demeanor. Many loyal worshipper carry this story within their heart, praying everyday at noon to him; or not at all.

Commandments

•Be steadfast. Never retreat before your enemy.
•Protect your family, your friends, your kingdom. Protect everybody.
•On the battlefield there is only greatness to achieve. Grasp it with your own hands.