King of the Gods
Titles: The Crowned One, God of Gods, The First, The King of the Gods.
Alignment: Lawful Neutral
Pantheon: Global
Areas of Concern: Kingdoms, Law, Order, and Honor.
Worshipers: Kings, Courtiers, Judges, and
City Officials.
Domains: Law, Nobility, Glory
Subdomains: Loyalty, Leadership, Honor
Favored Weapon: Ceremonial Mace
Symbol: A Gold Stag on a Purple Background
Sacred Animal: A stag
Sacred Colors: Gold and Purple
Dogma
Koronin and his followers believe in order and structure, that the best outcome is one that is certain. Systems of society where the structure is defined and predictable are favored by Koronin; hence his affinity for monarchism and its rules of succession, versus the uncertainty of a democracy. This order extends to the gods themselves, as Koronin is often the arbiter of the deities.
Appearance
In his true form Koronin appears a gargantuan being, a permanent crown protrudes from his head, a globe hovers above representing the plane of Chaldonia. Koronin, just as every other god can take the form of a humanoid. In this form he appears as a broad shouldered man. He radiates an air of royalty and respect, he is said to be very proud and even considered arrogant in this form.
Providence
Koronin shows his favor through prosperity in his followers' prospects, while his anger is shown through a sudden failure through seeming happenstance.
Servants
Oisin
This highly intelligent large stag often shows himself in times of great need for Koronin’s followers. When a speedy retreat is needed he appears with only an enchanted riding saddle. If he is needed for a more confrontational purpose he appears in Heavy Mithral Barding and his antlers surge with a lawful aura.
Thea, the Betrayed
This ghostly specter belongs to an ancient ruler named Thea. She was betrayed by her advisors and corruption seized her kingdom. She shows herself when foul plots are allouf in a rulers hall.
The Herald of Koronin
This servant appears as a great Knight, with the head of a stag, clad in Shining Armor. He wields the Scepter of Koronin, and often appears to aid just rulers in their struggles against chaos.
Church of Koronin
Often closely aligned with the ruling civilization, the church of Koronin is a heavily political one, though not one to play politics. Moreso in terms of being bureaucratic, helping the state run its day-to-day operations. An ordered society is a prosperous society in the eyes of the church of Koronin.
Worshipers
Koronin is readily worshiped by kings, judges, and officials. Much of the population of civil society pay homage to Koronin, in the hopes of keeping their home prosperous and stable. Kingsguard, and many in the king's court will give homage to Koronin regardless of their patron deity.
Obedience
Particularly devout followers of Koronin will begin each day opening the Text of Kings. They will spend an hour meditating and praying for the health and prosperity of their ruler.
Clergy
The clergy of Koronin are often made up of Clerics and Paladins. Though Inquisitors and Warpriests have their place in the church. The clergy are widely known to be experts on matters of both law and nobility. The clergy see themselves as responsible for spreading the feats and works of their ruler to the masses. And at the first sign of trouble, they are prepared to assemble at the side of the rightful ruler.
Temples and Shrines
Temples of Koronin are found in just about every major city, and shrines are commonplace throughout the land.
The shrine of Koronin appears as a stags head with a crown around its neck. If a follower of Koronin performs his daily ritual (Obedience) in the shrine they will receive a +1 bonus on attack and damage rolls with the ceremonial mace and the weapon will be aligned with law for the purpose of DR/ for the duration of the day.
The Kings Throne
The largest Temple of Koronin, this grand marble hall is located in the City of Regalis. It is said to be home of the Throne of Kings, an artifact delivered by a servant of Koronin. Many kings make a pilgrimage to this site as it is said that if a king who does not have the right to rule sits upon the throne they will be imprisoned for eternity upon the thrones intricate metalwork.
Holy Texts
The Text of Kings
The most widely produced text of Koronin this book is a historical account of the deeds and lives of past kings. When a new king dies a new edition of the book is created. The original text, located at The Kings Throne updates magically. (This book gives a +4 to knowledge nobility when used by a follower of Koronin. Otherwise, it is impossible to navigate and only provides a +1)
The Tome of Koronin
This tome has entered the realm of legend. Many of Koronins followers have given up any hope of finding it. It is said that the tome can only be found once the king who will unite the world has gone to seek for it himself.
Holidays
The Day of Kings
A great festival held to honor the kings of old. Generally a very patriotic day for each kingdom as it is also to celebrate in the life of one's ruler.
Organizations
The Guard of Kings
This order of elite fighters adorn helmets with stags antlers protruding from them. They swear to protect kings blood till their dying breath. If one fails in their task and their king dies an untimely death while they still live, they will often commit a ritual suicide to preserve their honor. Should one not take this route, they will not only be expelled from the order, but will live their remaining years shunned by their brothers and sisters.