Rastlin (rast-leen)
Domhan's Will, the Feral Patron
God of nature, renewal, vengeance, and weather
Nation: Vengeance
Allies: None
Enemies: Rafinova, Trokair, Zakon
Temples: Druid groves, trees
Worshippers: Animals, Children of Domhan, druids, ecologists
Sacred animal: All
Sacred colors: Green and red
Holy symbol: Claw marks over a tree
[DnD 5e] Domains: Nature, Tempest
When Rastlin was created by Ako, he was given a single role: to protect Domhan's nature from those that would harm it. Rastlin took that order to heart, and promised to the First Being that he would undertake the task until his dying breath. In the earlier days of Domhan, such a promise was easy to keep. Civilization was still in its early days, and so most people were content to go about doing their own things and leave nature mostly alone. Rastlin didn't claim a nation for himself at the time, content with traveling Domhan and righting wrongs against nature wherever he found them. His life, at the time, was simple. And that made him grow complacent. Before Rastlin could do much to stop it, the wars that the nations waged against each other started began to irreparably damage the land. The fauna and flora were gravely affected by the constant squabbling between the people, and Rastlin failed to act in time. Thus, the land suffered, and Rastlin noticed, all be it too late, that he had failed in his duty. This revelation enraged Rastlin, who decided that he would not let the other Veikas make a fool out of him. Claiming a part of the land for himself, he began to create the Children of Domhan, and swiftly turned towards the biggest problem of Domhan, according to him: Rafinova and her careless destruction of Welmenni. Unfortunately for him, so far, Rastlin's tactics have not stood up to the technology of Rafinova; but he fully intends to have nature claim its dues. It should be noted that Rastlin is not a fool; he fully realises that his own wars are creating more damage onto the land itself. However, he and his worshippers believe that this damage is a necessary evil; and that, compared to their opponents, they are in a better position to replant and regrow once they are done. Rastlin is often found at the front lines of either war. His body is never in the same shape; sometimes he manifests himself in the form of an animal, sometimes in the form of a living tree. The shapes he takes depend on the task he needs to accomplish, and Rastlin is able to change them nearly at a whim. This is problematic for his opponents, as he can travel great distances in very little time. The worship of Rastlin is more of a worship of nature, both flora and fauna. Worshippers live in complete harmony with nature, sustaining themselves on it and allowing it to thrive at the same time. They also mourn what is lost in the war, and go to great lengths to mitigate such damage - all according to Rastlin's will.
Nation: Vengeance
Allies: None
Enemies: Rafinova, Trokair, Zakon
Temples: Druid groves, trees
Worshippers: Animals, Children of Domhan, druids, ecologists
Sacred animal: All
Sacred colors: Green and red
Holy symbol: Claw marks over a tree
[DnD 5e] Domains: Nature, Tempest
When Rastlin was created by Ako, he was given a single role: to protect Domhan's nature from those that would harm it. Rastlin took that order to heart, and promised to the First Being that he would undertake the task until his dying breath. In the earlier days of Domhan, such a promise was easy to keep. Civilization was still in its early days, and so most people were content to go about doing their own things and leave nature mostly alone. Rastlin didn't claim a nation for himself at the time, content with traveling Domhan and righting wrongs against nature wherever he found them. His life, at the time, was simple. And that made him grow complacent. Before Rastlin could do much to stop it, the wars that the nations waged against each other started began to irreparably damage the land. The fauna and flora were gravely affected by the constant squabbling between the people, and Rastlin failed to act in time. Thus, the land suffered, and Rastlin noticed, all be it too late, that he had failed in his duty. This revelation enraged Rastlin, who decided that he would not let the other Veikas make a fool out of him. Claiming a part of the land for himself, he began to create the Children of Domhan, and swiftly turned towards the biggest problem of Domhan, according to him: Rafinova and her careless destruction of Welmenni. Unfortunately for him, so far, Rastlin's tactics have not stood up to the technology of Rafinova; but he fully intends to have nature claim its dues. It should be noted that Rastlin is not a fool; he fully realises that his own wars are creating more damage onto the land itself. However, he and his worshippers believe that this damage is a necessary evil; and that, compared to their opponents, they are in a better position to replant and regrow once they are done. Rastlin is often found at the front lines of either war. His body is never in the same shape; sometimes he manifests himself in the form of an animal, sometimes in the form of a living tree. The shapes he takes depend on the task he needs to accomplish, and Rastlin is able to change them nearly at a whim. This is problematic for his opponents, as he can travel great distances in very little time. The worship of Rastlin is more of a worship of nature, both flora and fauna. Worshippers live in complete harmony with nature, sustaining themselves on it and allowing it to thrive at the same time. They also mourn what is lost in the war, and go to great lengths to mitigate such damage - all according to Rastlin's will.
Holidays
There are no real holidays ordained by Rastlin, as he considers that the people can only be allowed to celebrate once Ako's will has been made manifest, and those who harm its creation are stopped once and for all.Common rituals and gestures
There are no formal rituals ordained by Rastlin, but there are very simple ways to show reverence to him nonetheless; they all involve respecting nature and its gifts. For instance, lumberjacks must plant another tree for each they cut down; hunters must properly thank their quarry before killing them, and must use each and every part for food. These acts may be simple, but Rastlin's worshippers take them very seriously, going out of their way to make sure that they do not offend their god by accident. There is a darker aspect to the worship of Rastlin, because he is the god of vengeance. Those who seek to avenge a slight made unto them often whisper Rastlin's name before ritually butchering the subject of their ire. Assassins are particularly fond of doing so, and one can always recognise a Husk that was killed by one of Rastlin's worshippers.Divine Intercessions
While Rastlin is a fairly vengeful Veika overall, to really attract his wrath takes some great effort, and the willful destruction of nature. Conversely, he gives his blessings to those who go out of their way to preserve and heal nature. His blessings manifest in a potent green touch, and in limited command over the forces of nature. His curses cause animals and plants to hate the subject of his ire. The worst of these curses is a subject of legend, as the poor Emberi was forever entombed within the soil itself, never to die.Aphorisms
The aphorisms of Rastlin's followers have a tendency to relate to nature and fauna. For each burned tree, a burned man: This adage reminds the followers of the god of vengeance to let no slight go unpunished. Fight like an animal: Those who follow Rastlin's philosophy are encouraged to fight until the last, bitter breath - and like they're cornered animals.Remove these ads. Join the Worldbuilders Guild
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