Title: The Unyielding Shield, Bringer of Honor
Domains: Justice, Honor in Battle
Creators: Almariel and Pyrael
Pantheon: Alorama
Description
Belron, the Defender of the Just, stands as a paragon of honor and integrity in Eldara. Created by Almariel, Lady of Light and Pyrael, Aevari of Fire, he embodies the fusion of wisdom and the fiery passion of righteousness. Belron is a towering figure, his silver armor etched with symbols of ancient law and oaths of protection. He wields a radiant shield, which bears his iconic symbol: a blazing sun split by a vertical line. His presence inspires courage in all who seek to uphold truth and defend the vulnerable.
Followers
Followers of Belron are drawn from those with a deep commitment to justice and honorable combat. They include knights, guardians, and noble warriors who make solemn oaths to defend the weak and preserve the sanctity of truth. Many of Belron’s followers organize themselves into Orders, bonded through shared codes of honor and loyalty. His temples, often fortresses or sanctuaries for the oppressed, are scattered throughout Eldara and serve as places for arbitration, protection, and training.
Rituals and Offerings
- Rite of Honor: Before any battle or skirmish, Belron’s followers engage in the Rite of Honor. In this solemn vow, spoken in silence, they touch his emblem, renewing their commitment to justice.
- Oathday: Observed once per season, followers gather to recommit their vows and recount their honorable deeds from the past year. This gathering reinforces their dedication to Belron’s ideals.
- Offerings: Iron, representing strength in protection; clear water, symbolizing purity of justice; and a torch, representing the eternal flame of truth. These offerings are left at Belron’s shrines as tokens of devotion.
Sigil
Belron’s sigil, a blazing sun split by a vertical line, symbolizes the balance of justice and honor. The line represents the unwavering path of truth and order, while the sun signifies the illuminating power of justice and righteous wrath against darkness. His followers often wear this sigil on their armor, cloaks, or shields, invoking Belron’s protection.
