Creed

Creed favours martial prowess, tactical thinking, strength of arms and wisdom on the field of battle. They are the deity of war, battle, honest contests and just confrontation. 

This means that Creed is not a deity of bloodshed and rampant slaughter, nor do they favour a battle fought without just cause. They teach that the best war is the war not fought, and yet one should not hesitate to draw their sword when it is absolutely needed: in the defence of the weak and the innocent. Creed watches over those that give their lives to protect others.

Shrines and altars are often erected on the site of a historic battle, while many larger towns have a chapel where offerings and prayers are given to invoke Creed’s protection over the settlement. The largest churches may serve as memorials to the fallen or as rallying places before a host marches to war.

Priests of Creed are often warriors themselves, teaching masteries of various weapons or joining their townsfolk in times of war. It is their purpose to ensure that all those capable of raising arms can defend themselves and the weak, to advise rulers in matters martial and to rouse the levies in times of danger.

Warriors will most often seek enlightenment from Creed before they march to war, whilst their families will pray for their safe return or protection for them in battle. Generals may hope for taciturn advice and the power to command their troops in the heat of a battle. Many people also look to Creed when they enter a competition such as a wrestling match or team game, for it is believed that Creed looks favourably on these diversions from war.

Avatars of Creed are depicted in battle wielding a pair of matched swords, leading their armies from the front and inspiring all around them to acts of courage and valour.