Dumathoin

Keeper of Secrets Under the Mountain, The Secret Keeper, The Mountain Shield

The Keeper of Secrets Under the Mountain carried out the silent duty of burying veins of silver and gold deep beneath the mountain, preparing the place for the arrival of the shield dwarves. This mute god oversees the dwarven dead, and protects them in the stillness and peace of the afterlife.
The ever-vigilant Dumathan priesthood are known as the Talhund, meaning "hidden gifts", though long ago they were known as Delvesons. They carry the sacred duty of protecting the mountains from those who would strip mine them, without respecting the land or The Silent Keeper’s blessing. Their other duties involve overseeing mining operations, seeking out new mineral and precious gem sources, and helping to protect their territory from the horrors of the Underdark. Lastly, they serve as the undertakers of their communities, silently seeing that fallen dwarves are properly prepared for their final journey.
Temples of Dumathoin are found in the lowest caverns, carved directly into the stone. One will find no blocks or bricks, as the walls, pillars, and even the altars are chiseled from the surroundings, without being cut away. These temples are always built in the midst of large precious metal deposits, leaving veins of gold and silver running through the walls and floors. The metals that are removed with the stone that is chipped away from the structure, are smelted into fine offerings housed within the temple itself, standing as a testament to Dumathoin’s blessing in all its forms.
New moons are considered holy, and the days before and after them are known as The Deepstone Triad. On these days, followers make offerings of precious gemstones for sacrifice to their god. Similar ceremonies may be held upon the discovery of new mines.

Divine Classification

Death and Knowledge domains

Alignment

Neutral