Tyrix, also known as the Skyringer of the Thunder God, is one of the main gods of Hazeron. Her domains are thunder, sound, metal, and forgiveness. Her symbol is commonly depicted as a set of three circles inlaid in each other, with lightning striking a piece of metal in the center. As the god of forgiveness, she often butts heads with her brother Onyr, the god of revenge.
Description
Appearance
Tyrix tends to manifest herself through signs and visions, but may also choose to inhabit a body of metal, ringing it to the tune of a voice to speak with her followers. She has also been known to speak through the thunder following a storm.
Historical accounts describe her taking the appearance of a beautiful dwarven woman in a set of resplendent and thick metal armor, wielding a giant circular shield and a rounded mace which she used to hit the shield like a gong. Other sources describe her similarly, but with her head obscured by a vibration so powerful it distorts the light, making her features impossible to perceive.
Personality
Tyrix is a caring god, treating her followers with a nurturing kindness. Still, she is stern and commanding, and is not opposed to the necessity of violence in certain situations. She is known to have a steady temperament, unlike her brother Onyr, rarely losing her cool in the face of adversity.
Belief and Systems
Tyrix is a Lawful Good god. She is heavily worshiped by dwarves, usually alongside her brother, Onyr. Tyrix is known for attempting to calm the rage of dwarves consumed by revenge, as is often their nature. This often puts her at odds with her brother. Tyrix believes that action should be taken without thoughts clouded by rage, and wishes to establish a world of order.
Pacts
Many more level-headed dwarves seek to create pacts with Tyrix, as she offers greater rewards to those who control their rage. Simple prayer at an icon of Tyrix is enough to gain her attention, though she might not reveal herself in any grander fashion unless the individual is filled with a righteous purpose. Beyond those who seek her out, Tyrix will often reach out to those who have been consumed by rage in an attempt to calm them and help them see reason.
Tyrix can bless her followers with fantastic strength and endurance, along with other boons. Many of the most prolific miners in dwarven history attribute their successes to Tyrix's guidance. Tyrix is also known for giving gifts; for instance, the legendary dwarf hero Balhaud Bannerbone was given a drum by Tyrix that crumbled the rock around it when played, revealing precious metals and gems beneath.
Devotees
Tyrix is usually worshiped by dwarves, mainly those that have greater control over their rage. Non-dwarven creatures may find themselves worshiping Tyrix as well, but this is rare as the worship of Tyrix is culturally codependent with a societal structure that is stereotypically dwarven.
Devotees of Tyrix should honor law, self-control, forgiveness, and camaraderie.
Commandments
- Calm your storm, and let its echo be the only remnant
- Align the discordance of others with your harmony
- Call your thunder only with thought and foresight
Legends
Tempest Chant
The Tempest Chant is a well-known chant among the dwarves of the world, and is often recited by workers in order to establish a steady rhythm while plying their trade. This version of the chant is used by miners while striking rock and is mainly focused on Tyrix, but another exists for her brother Onyr.
Strike, strike, the tempest grows
The rubble churns with booming blows
The blasting roar, a miner's guide
Through caverns deep and tunnels wide
The Sky commands, a dwarf obeys
With impetus, and eyes ablaze
By steady arm, the gravel flies
To find that wealth, to please the Sky!