Soothehart, Goddess of Peace

Represents: Diplomacy, healing, family bonds, and conflict resolution
Worship: Rituals often involve communal gatherings where disputes are settled. Offerings of medicinal herbs and shared meals are common. Healers and mediators are her most devoted followers.
Impact of Word of Krar: While still respected, Soothehart's influence has somewhat diminished as the Word of Krar emphasizes the balance between truth and deception over pure harmony.

Physical Appearance:

Soothehart is depicted as a matronly orc with kind eyes and a gentle smile. Her skin is adorned with patterns resembling flowing water and blooming flowers. She often wears simple, flowing robes in soothing colors, and her hands are always open in a welcoming gesture.

Pleases:

• Acts of kindness
• peaceful resolution of conflicts
• healing the sick or wounded
• fostering understanding between different groups

Displeases:

• Unnecessary violence
• cruelty
• holding grudges
• refusing to seek peaceful solutions to conflicts

Temple/Worship Sites:

Soothehart's temples are open, airy structures surrounded by lush gardens. They feature circular designs with no sharp corners, symbolizing the cyclical nature of peace and conflict. Fountains and small streams are common, their gentle sounds creating a calming atmosphere. Healing herbs and medicinal plants are grown within the temple grounds.

Simple Shrine:

A shrine to Soothehart is typically a circular stone platform near a natural water source. It would have a central stone carved with her symbol (typically two hands clasped in friendship). Small bowls for offerings of healing herbs or fresh water would surround the symbol. Colorful ribbons, representing peace and harmony, are often tied to nearby branches or posts.