| KORD (The Brawler), Greater Power, male, CG Attributes: Athletics, Brawling, Sports, Bravery Domains: Chaos, Endurance, Good, Luck, Strength Symbol: Amulet with white-gauntleted fist Typical Worshippers: Fighters, barbarians, beserkers Raiment: White, blue and red. The combination of white gauntlets, blue boots and red girdle is specifically forbidden, as is the wearing of any sort of dragon scale armor or clothing Preferred Weapon: Bare hands, 2-handed Sword Holy Days: Earthday each week, feasting, carousing and brawling |
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Kord (KOHRD) the Brawler is a Power of Wearth appearing in two aspects; as a mighty, sword-wielding barbarian with powerful weaponry and armor, and as a muscular wrestler, brawler, and athlete. He is thus a Power of combat and strength, Not widely revered, Kord has a following among the Barbarian Atlantians, the nomads of the Glow Worm Steppes, and among the Northmen. He is shown as a hugely muscular man with long red hair and beard, wearing dragon-hide gauntlets (white), boots (blue), and a fighting girdle (red); these items form his holy symbol, although a star composed of spears and maces is popular. He is reputed to have dallied with beautiful humans, elves, even giants, and tales are told of the great heros who are born of such liaisons.
The strong should lead the weaker. Bravery is the greatest quality in any ruler. Scorn cowardice.
Kords clerics must be strong, well-armed and trained, and able to maintain fitness and readiness for combat. This is a warrior church, but it does not have aims of conquest, dominion, or strategic goals, since the Power is chaotic. Kord's clerics are expected to be leaders. They train people to become stronger, organize athelitic tournaments, and participate in challenging physical activities. Doubting their fitness is a grave insult, and they go to great lengths to prove their physical abilities. Possession of a magical edged weapon is a major goal for many clerics. Skills such as swimming, running, jumping, and blind-fighting are encouraged for Kords clerics.