Grerma

Grerma is a light domain cleric and adventurer.
Grerma, once a humble farmer, faced ruin when a rival undercuts his prices, leading to the sale of his farm and a betrayal by his wife. In despair, he journeys to the city, where, at his lowest, he finds a divine calling at a church of Agrogax, the God of Fire. This epiphany transforms him, and he joins the Cult of Agrogax as a novice acolyte, dedicating his life to spreading the word of Agrogax. From the ashes of his old life, Grerma emerged with a new purpose, fuelled by a fervent devotion to his newfound faith.
== History ==
=== Background ===
Grerma's life was once defined by the humble rhythms of farming, his days spent tending to the soil under the watchful eye of the sun. Yet, tranquillity was not to remain his companion. A neighbouring farmer, more successful and cunning, began to undercut his prices, undermining the very foundation of Grerma's livelihood. This competition left Grerma's farm - and with it, his family - in dire straits. Faced with dwindling options, Grerma made the heart-wrenching decision to sell his ancestral farm to the very rival who orchestrated his downfall. At the same time, unbeknownst to him, a deeper betrayal was unfolding: his wife, the woman he trusted above all others, had conspired with the rival, fleeing with their children to a future he could not share.
With little more than a few overlooked farm tools, Grerma salvaged what he could from the wreckage of his life. Selling these remnants, he embarked on a journey not just of distance, but of the soul. To find himself. His destination was the city, a place where countless souls mingled, each searching for their own purpose.
Upon his arrival, however, Grerma found not the bustling opportunities he had envisioned. The journey had sapped him of his last remaining hope and resources. He collapsed, a man broken by the weight of his losses. It was in this moment of utter desolation that divine intervention cast its light upon him. As Grerma lay on the cold stone of the city's streets, a beam of light guided his gaze to the imposing façade of a church dedicated to Agrogax, the God of Fire. Within this beacon of divine flame, Grerma found a spark of something new: a fervent, burning faith that promised not just salvation, but renewed purpose as well.
He was drawn to the church's doors as if by a force greater than himself, and there, he was reborn. Grerma offered himself to the Cult of Agrogax, embracing the fiery path of devotion with a zeal that filled the void left by his former life. He was inducted as a novice acolyte, his mission clear: to venture forth and spread the word of Agrogax, to kindle the flames of faith in the hearts of those still lost in ignorance. And it was fulfilling this newfound calling that Grerma found himself in the village of Week...
== Characteristics and Personality ==
Grerma as he is known today is very much a man that is defined by his faith. A borderline radical, he is fervent and incredibility dedicated to the Cult of Agrogax. He is devoted to his faith above all else and lives solely to spread the word of the God of Fire. To Grerma, to fail Agrogax would be equivalent to failing the very purpose of his existence.
That being said, Grerma is also, more subtly, driven by a deep hatred and desire for revenge. The rival farmer (who he delightfully nicknamed Shitbox) is his worst enemy and Grerma would do anything to get even with him - if given the chance. Similarly, he equally despises his wife (who he now refers to as The Bitch) for betraying him and stealing the kids away. This causes a rift within Grerma, as the part of him that is fuelled by faith battles the half that is fuelled by revenge.
== Notable Possessions ==
* Alms Box - an otherwise ordinary alms box that Grerma uses to store Agrogax-related objects. These items are always those that can ignite fires, such as candles and fireworks.
* Amulet of Agrogax - a fairly ordinary amulet that is given to acolytes of Agrogax's cult. In Grerma's case (which is not an uncommon one) it is used as an arcane focus, as a way to channel his magic.