Onyr, also known as the Storm God or Storm King, is a major god in the world of Hazeron. His domains are storms, the forge, and revenge. His symbol is commonly depicted as a bolt of lightning with a hammer in it. He is the brother of the goddess Tyrix.
Onyr is considered to be a master of all manner of storms throughout the world. While many live their lives dismissing Onyr as a "god of dwarves" and paying him no heed, individuals in harsh environments understand that his worship can be necessary to their survival.
Description
Appearance
Onyr has been known to appear as a violent, raging storm. He has also been depicted as a humanoid being of pure lightning, and a gigantic dwarf composed of dark clouds.
Personality
Onyr is territorial over his domains, and has clashed with Unavaranu over the lightning domain. He is also a jealous god, and punishes followers who dare to worship others. Onyr is known to be fond of gifts, but does not care for coin unless the craftsmanship is particularly engaging.
Influence
Many in the world consider all storms to have originated in some way by the machinations of Onyr. Whether by his own rage or by amplifying the anger of mortals, Onyr is though to channel energies into raging storms. In some ways, this is considered, at least to followers of Onyr, to be an element of balance in the world. Worshipers of Onyr reason that without storms to act as an outlet of rage, the world will boil over with suppressed emotion. Those who must brave storms regularly, like sailors and travelers, often at least craft a small prayer or offering to the Storm King before a long journey.
Onyr is known as a god of the forge as well; perhaps at odds with the chaotic image of a storm, many smiths, especially dwarves, call upon Onyr to assist them with a steady hand, gifting some of their work to him in faith.
Onyr is known to directly and explicitly encourage acts of revenge, guiding mortals into righteous vengeance. Mortals may find themselves worshiping Onyr seeking the god's guidance in such affairs. It is not uncommon to find a small shrine to Onyr in the rooms of the scorned and mistreated.
Divine Relationships
Onyr is a hot-headed and jealous god, so many of his relationships are strained at best. As a result, Onyr tends to only interact with other gods when butting heads with them. While he has love for his sister Tyrix, he is known to disagree the most often with her. Myths of Onyr and Tyrix depict grand displays of power between the two in order to settle disputes.
Onyr has a targeted, antagonistic relationship with the goddess Unavaranu, due to her claims as being a god of lightning. Followers of Onyr will often feel sparking sensations should they enter temples of the God of Knowledge, and it is generally considered a deathwish to offer a prayer to Unavaranu as a devout follower of Onyr. Unavaranu does not seem to share this anger and jealousy.
Beliefs and Systems
Onyr is a lawful good god. Onyr doesn't appear to have a concrete goal; instead, he seems more interested in helping his followers pursue revenge. Many assume that he derives power from their rage and hatred. He is known for attempting to incite dwarves specifically to seek revenge, against his sister's wishes. Onyr is also keenly interested in good craftsmanship, especially metalwork, and may grant boons to craftsmen he deems worthy.
Worshiping Onyr
Ceremonies thrown by traders and sailors before setting out of their journeys will often feature a small rite or offering to Onyr in the form of a honed weapon. It is generally preferred to offer a weapon that has seen use in battle, and has been tempered and cared for over time.
Those who worship Onyr may keep a small shrine in their households, making small offerings of ingots and knives. Traditionalists might make a sacrifice of lamb, which is rumored to be Onyr's favorite food. Those without plots of revenge may seek Onyr's guidance in self-betterment, referred to as "forging the self", one of the god's core tenets.
While less common in settlements of other races, images of Onyr are pervasive throughout dwarven communities. Citizens will engage in quiet prayer in front of these icons, some seeking safety, some seeking guidance. Older shrines and reliefs tend to build up large arsenals of gifted weaponry over time, which clerics of Onyr will often maintain from rust.
Pacts
While it is possible to have power granted to you by Onyr without a plot of revenge, the strongest pacts with the Storm King are granted to those who are seeking retribution against others. Onyr is known to guide individuals to their marks, aiding them with powerful storms and blessings. Those that enter into pacts with Onyr should make certain not to flirt with other gods, lest they incur Onyr's jealous anger.
Devotees
He is worshiped mainly by the dwarves, alongside his sister, Tyrix. Many dwarves worship both gods, which often irritates them, but in many dwarven societies this balance is deemed necessary. Onyr is also worshiped by many blacksmiths and metallurgists.
Devotees of Onyr should be focused on revenge, fairness, and personal growth.
Favor
An individual's favor with Onyr might grow when expanding his influence or pleasing him in the following ways:
- Creating a forged masterwork, from weapons to art
- Engaging in vengeance to topple those that have wronged others
- Establishing significant temples and images of Onyr throughout the world
One might lose favor with Onyr through the following:
- Not exhibiting growth in mind, skill, or body over time
- Sowing mindless chaos without just reason and impetus
- Worshiping other gods
- Choosing to forgive others, or letting rage subside
Commandments
- To those who wrong you, extinguish
- Subside not, the flame of your rage
- Define and hone, the instrument of your revenge
Legends
In the Age of Gods, Onyr was known for taking many mortal lovers. Those who became pregnant usually gave birth to powerful storms that destroyed their enemies.
Tempest Chant
The Tempest Chant is a well-known chant among the dwarves of the world, and is often recited by smiths in order to establish a steady rhythm while forging. This version of the chant is mainly focused on Onyr, but another exists for his sister Tyrix.
Strike, strike, the tempest grows
The fires burn, the iron glows
The brewing storm, a hammer's guide
We beat the drum, the sparks will fly
The King commands, a dwarf obeys
With impetus, and eyes ablaze
By steady hand, the metal sings
To make a work, to please the King!