Pantheon of Primus

The Pantheon of Primus is a divine assembly of gods created by the elder gods, who are revered as the progenitors of the pantheon. Formed after the great sacrifice of the Eldari, the Pantheon of Primus represents the forces of order in the universe, working to maintain the delicate balance between creation and chaos. The pantheon’s role is to ensure the harmony of the elemental and spiritual planes while countering the destabilizing forces of the Unknown.

The Pantheon of Primus was founded by Helios, the God of Life, and his brother Deimos, the God of Death. As the first Primus gods (formed Ael and Thanatos essence), Helios and Deimos took it upon themselves to guide the future of the cosmos. They understood that maintaining order required more than just their elemental powers; it required a diverse set of divine beings who could oversee the many aspects of existence.

Their first act was to establish the Pantheon of Primus, whose purpose would be to embody and protect the forces of life, time, magic, and death. These gods formed the core of the Pantheon, each tasked with a specific role in upholding the universal balance. Over time, other gods emerged—some born from the energy, emotions, and actions of sentient beings, others shaped by the natural forces of the universe itself.

The Deities of Primus

The first deities, created from the remnant essence of the Eldari, were among the most powerful and essential forces of order. These gods became pillars of the pantheon, representing core aspects of existence:

1. Oronos, God of Time 

Oronos controls the time continuum and ensures the orderly passage of events across the universe. Wielding the Hourglass of Eternity, Oronos is responsible for preventing temporal disruptions and protecting the stability of history.

2. Helios, God of Life

The progenitor of all life, Helios resides in the Plane of Helion, also known as the Heavens or Realm of the Divine. He oversees the flow of life energy across the universe and ensures that creation continues in balance with the natural cycles of existence.

3. Mystera, Goddess of Magic  

Mystera is the guardian of the Ether, the divine force that allows magic to flow through the world. Mystera’s task is to protect the magical fabric of the universe, ensuring that the forces of creation, manipulation, and destruction are wielded responsibly.

4. Deimos, God of Death

Deimos, the keeper of the dead, rules the Plane of Oblivion, where the souls of the deceased pass. His domain is one of neutrality, ensuring that the dead are guided to their rightful resting places, whether in peace or damnation.

5. Symetrius, God of Order

Symetrius -- the Architect of Order -- carefully protects the Plane of Prisms, which binds the Continuum Crystal Cosmology together and ensures that order triumphs over chaos.

Of Gods and Mortals

While the founding Primus Gods came to existence from the essence of Eldari, the rest of the Pantheon of Primus evolved through the collective energy, emotions, and actions of sentient beings inhabiting the Prime Plane. As mortal creatures experienced love, fear, ambition, and desire, their shared emotions and spiritual energy gave rise to new divine entities.

Some of these gods were granted the right to join the Pantheon of Primus, residing in the Plane of Helion alongside the original deities. Their inclusion depended on their role in maintaining the cosmic order. Others, whose nature aligned more with chaos or discord, were barred from joining the pantheon but continued to exert influence within their own domains.

The gods who gained acceptance into the Pantheon of Primus expanded the divine influence of order across the realms. These gods, though created by mortal emotion or cosmic intervention, play key roles in the balance between creation and chaos:

- Abraham Zachariah, God of Lore and Legend

Born from the stories, histories, and legends of sentient beings, Zachariah preserves the knowledge of the ages and ensures that the tales of both gods and mortals are never forgotten.

- Talos, God of Vigilance and Vengeance

Borne the indomitable will of mortal beings, Talos represents vigilance and retribution against those who threaten the balance. He commands the celestial Hosts of Helion, guarding the realms of the gods and ensuring that the forces of chaos do not overrun the planes of order.

- Matron of Memories, Goddess of Memories and Fate  

The Raven Queen, who governs the memories and fates of all beings, ensures that the destinies of both the living and the dead are guided along their rightful paths.

- Verdictus, God of Judgment  

Once a mortal, Verdictus ascended to godhood and now serves as the judge of the dead, working alongside Deimos to decide the fate of souls that pass into the afterlife.

The Forces of Chaos

The Pantheon of Primus stands in stark contrast to the Pantheon of Chaos, which is composed of gods born from the negative emotions, atrocities, and destructive actions of sentient creatures. While the Pantheon of Primus strives for balance and the preservation of the natural order, the Pantheon of Chaos embodies the forces that seek to disrupt** and destroy that order.

Key gods within the Pantheon of Chaos include:

- Skorn, God of Wrath and Bloodshed

- Skoll, God of Savagery and the Hunt

- Valkur, God of War and Ruin

- Borealis, Warden of Winter

As the Pantheon of Primus grows in strength through worship and devotion to order, so too does the Pantheon of Chaos, drawing power from the violence and discord in the Prime Plane. These two opposing forces constantly vie for dominance in the cosmic battle between order and chaos.

The Pantheon of Primus represents the forces of order, balance, and creation, tasked with overseeing the natural and divine order of the cosmos. Founded by Helios and Deimos, the gods of Life and Death, it includes some of the most powerful entities in the universe, each playing a role in ensuring that creation persists despite the ever-present threat of chaos. Through the actions, emotions, and energy of sentient beings, new gods continue to rise and challenge the balance between Order and Chaos, shaping the fate of the universe in their wake.