Vorsh Korr
The Lord of War
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Battle, Brotherhood, Glory, and Tactics
Vorsh Korr is quite possibly the single most physically powerful being in the Universe. He is an excellent tactician and an even greater commander. Some histories even claim the word "war" was a derivation of his own name. Vorsh is considerably amoral but has a strong sense of comraderie and brotherhood. He can destroy an army without blinking an eye. He could protect two groups of soldiers on opposing sides, just as easy. Because of this unpredictability, many cultures believed his allegiances could not be counted on in the thick of battle and that he was fickle in nature.
His most devoted of followers tend to be small mercenary groups or the armies of the lesser kingdoms. It is actually thought that he favors the underdog in a fight, and as such, many in the greater kingdoms would rather pay homage to several gods before going into battle, rather than to just Vorsh.
"The smile of Korr is upon us." "The first result of war is brotherhood." "The sword of Vorsh is always in motion."
Common Phrases used by Followers of Vorsh Korr
Threats seem to be coming from every direction and then no direction, when you look at Vorsh Korr. While Vorsh is constantly involved in some war or battle, it is almost never with another god. Most of the other gods tend to ignore him, as he typically involves himself more in mortal affairs rather than godly affairs. Even though the other gods tend to ignore him, there are some that have tasted the result of his involvement in their personal matters and keep a watchful eye. Threats to Vorsh come more often from one group of his own followers seeking war with another group of his followers.
Vorsh has few goals and ambitions. He currently works with Salu Serai and ???????????????? to find a way back into Artesia. When the time comes, he will be the first to step into Artesia followed by his army, the Brothers of the Sword. They are tasked with being the primary assault force to make a clear path for the Archivists and the ????????. He spends most his time searching for and recruiting small mercenary groups or hand-picking soldiers to join his army. He has no other known goals or ambitions.
Almost every soldier, warrior, knight, and mercenary has prayed to Vorsh Korr at some point in their lives. Some praye for success in battle, while others pray for the safety of the family. The ones that earn the most respect from Vorsh Korr are the ones that pray he take their own life instead of that of their brother.
The Brothers of the Sword is the hand-selected army of Vorsh Korr that will be used as the primary assault force sent into Artesia once a way into the realm has been found. The Brothers of the Sword are currently separated into several different houses and appear to be Noble Households to those who don't know their true purpose. They will usually be one of the first on the battlefield, unless another Brothers of the Sword Household is already present. They strive to improve and maintain their combat prowess and will venture out into dangerous lands in the case of peaceful times.
Shatter my sword and chip my knife. Protect my brothers and take my life.
Chant of the Brothers of the Sword
Most temples to Vorsh Korr are mobile and kept primarily on the fields of Battle. It is believed that the temples carved by swords that have spilled blood together, offer the greatest amount of protection.
There are no known locations in any of the realms that hold some form of significance to Vorsh Korr.
The First Brother The personal long sword of Vorsh Korr is his single greatest treasure and believed to be the only artifact in his possession.
The Bondforged Most tales of noble warriors or honorable leaders spin a tale about Vorsh blessing the weapons of those he deems worthy. These weapons collectively have become known as Bondforged weapons. Their power is unknown, but if you were to believe all the stories you hear, there are thousands of such artifacts littered across the world.
