Kos 'The Doombringer'
The Lord of Doom (a.k.a. Assuran)
Kos The Doombringer
The Lord of Doom
The God of War and Chaos
Assuran (Aspect)
Son of Auril & Kolas
Kos
Kos, known in the lands along The Narrow Sea as Assuran, is a god of revenge and retribution. He is not typically worshiped habitually, but his name is invoked by those who seek vengeance. When a guilty party falls prey to fate-such as when a murderer escapes prosecution, but is then accidentally slain himself-the hand of Kos is given credit. When one hears three rolls of thunder in succession, it is thought to be a sign from Kos that some act of vengeance has been performed. Many human societies have the custom of ringing a bell or a gong three times when judgement of a crime is rendered or an execution takes place. Folk speak Kos's name when they want revenge, particularly when they are incapable of avenging themselves. This invocation might be in response to a petty slight or a true injustice, and the acknowledgement of Kos might be a short prayer said aloud or might be written down somewhere. It's generally believed that the more permanent the form of the prayer, the more likely it is to be fulfilled. For this reason, some etch their prayers in lead and bury it or hide their prayers inside diaries. Aside from bounty hunters and those on crusades of vengeance, few truly revere Kos, and he is served by fewer still who would call themselves priests. Temples or shrines of Kos are almost nonexistent except for ancient sites found in Thracia, Talosia, Talaria, and Emidia. Most consider Oberon to be the arbiter of laws, and Kos to be the god who metes out punishment that comes as a result of breaking those codes. A judge might favour the worship of Oberon, while a jailor or a headsman is more likely to pray to Kos. Kos is the son of Kolas and Auril, the brother of Kort and Kord, and the half-brother of Moriel. Kos has the power of a 20th level Barbarian.Divine Domains
- Death, and
- War
Divine Symbols & Sigils
A Black Scimitar, Point first in a pile of Broken Skulls
Physical Description
Apparel & Accessories
- A Leather and Chain mail Kilt/Skirt,
- A pair of Leather and Bronze Armbands/Bracers,
- An Iron Helmet with Ivory Horns (Dragon Tusks),
- A Huge Black Iron Broad-Bladed Scimitar,
- A pair of Leather and Black Bear Fur High Boots,
- A large, wide Leather Belt set with precious stones,
- A Bronze Amulet,
- An Iron Round Shield
Specialized Equipment
- A Huge Black Iron Broad-Bladed Scimitar +3,
- Bracers of Defense +3,
- A Belt of Cloud Giant Strength,
- An Amulet
- An Iron Shield +2
Social
Contacts & Relations
Auril, Greater Goddess & Mother of Kos.
Kolas, Greater God & Father of Kos.
Moriel, Lesser Goddess & Half-Sister of Kos.
Kort, Lesser God & Brother of Kos.
Kord, Lesser God & Brother of Kos.
Family Ties
Auril, Greater Goddess & Mother of Kos.
Kolas, Greater God & Father of Kos.
Moriel, Lesser Goddess & Half-Sister of Kos.
Kort, Lesser God & Brother of Kos.
Kord, Lesser God & Brother of Kos.
Relationships
Divine Classification
Lesser God
Religions
Alignment
Chaotic Evil (CE)
Church/Cult
Honorary & Occupational Titles
The Doombringer, The Lord of Doom, The God of War & Chaos
Circumstances of Birth
Third born son of The Greater God Kolas
Spouses
Siblings
Moriel 'The Maid of Misfortune'
(Half-Sister)
Kord 'Of The Strong Arm'
(Brother)
Kort 'The Mighty'
(Brother)
Children
Gender
Male in Human Avatar
Eyes
Dark Red, almost black
Hair
Bald
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Obsidian black
Height
6ft 8"
Weight
228lbs
Aligned Organization
- Kelldorian (Common),
- Amorian,
- Thracian,
- Zamorian,
- Talosian,
- Talarian,
- Emidian, and
- Celestial
Comments
Author's Notes
The Original Article Hoar was written for D&D Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide by WoTc