Veratash, also known as the God of Demons or the Many Horned God, is a major god in Hazeron. Their domains are demons, suffering, and truth. Their symbol is commonly depicted as a horned skull, sometimes salivating.
Description
Appearance
Due to Veratash's true nature, they can manifest as any number of normal or abnormal beings. While there do not seem to be any records of Veratash taking a singular form, those who reveal themselves as being part of Veratash will often grow more demonic in appearance, sprouting horns or vicious fangs.
Personality
When a being's consciousness becomes part of Veratash, their personality is thrown into the screaming cacophony of voices from the others that met the same fate. While extensions of Veratash will possess the same personalities at any given point in time, their demeanors and temperaments will fluctuate greatly over time as the voices inside fight for dominance. On the whole, however, Veratash is quite morbid, and is known to be incapable of lying.
Beliefs and Systems
Veratash is often categorized as a neutral evil god, but this is not usually the case as its nature is in constant flux; Veratash is actually not a singular entity, but rather a collection of consciousnesses that are woven together through an incredibly potent ancient magic. At any given time, different aspects of their being might be more prevalent than others, which can also change its ideals (between lawful, chaotic, neutral). One of the few consistent parts of Veratash's "personality" is that they can never lie.
Pacts
Veratash still offers boons for those who aren't yet willing to become a part of it, but their general end goal is to absorb all conscious life, so keep this in mind when making a deal. When making a pact with Veratash, special attention should be paid to wording, as they god will often twist intentions to better suit its needs.
Devotees
Veratash is mostly followed by demons, demon thralls, evil beings, and tieflings. Devout followers will always be attempting to make deals for their master with susceptible individuals; in return for having a wish granted, the individual in question is usually eventually assimilated into Veratash's consciousness. Those who are one with Veratash are often referred to as horns.
Commandments
- I am the fate.
- Apart I suffer. Together I thrive.
- I announce the world for what it is. I do not obscure it.
Legends
Veratash's Joke
A monk, a cleric, and a zealot all walk into the tavern. They do not argue, because they are me. I am very enticing, and I convince the bartender to relieve themselves of the burden of thought. I know now of my wife, who is angry at me for spending all my time at work. But now, she is me, and has nothing to be angry about. I am happy, and I have a drink for a period of time until I find alcohol distasteful again.