Laughsong, God of Festivities

Represents: Joy, music, storytelling, and celebration

Worship: Honored through raucous feasts, drinking contests, and bardic performances. Offerings often include specially brewed ales and elaborate tales.

Impact of Word of Krar: Laughsong's influence has decreased somewhat, as the philosophical nature of the Word of Krar has led to more somber reflections. However, he remains popular among those who see joy as a path to truth.

Physical Appearance

Laughsong is depicted as a jovial, rotund orc with a permanent grin and eyes that twinkle with mirth. His belly shakes when he laughs, which is often. He's usually portrayed wearing colorful, loose-fitting clothes adorned with bells and ribbons, and carrying a large drinking horn or mug.

Pleases:

• Joyous celebrations and feasts
• Sharing stories and laughter
• Creating and performing music
• Acts of spontaneous kindness or humor

Displeases:

• Excessive seriousness or gloom
• Silencing music or laughter
• Refusing to participate in communal joy
• Spreading malicious rumors or hurtful jokes

Temple/Worship Sites

Laughsong's temples are more akin to grand feast halls. They feature large, open spaces for gatherings, stages for performances, and well-stocked kitchens and cellars. The walls are adorned with colorful murals depicting great feasts and celebrations. These temples often have adjoining breweries or wineries.

Simple Shrine

A shrine to Laughsong might be a small, circular clearing in a forest or a cozy nook in a tavern. It would feature a laughing mask or a carved image of the god, surrounded by offerings of food, drink, and small instruments. Colorful streamers or flags are often hung around the shrine, moving in the breeze to create a festive atmosphere.