Modsognir

== Origins ==
Modsognir is the 3rd born son of Moradin, The God Of Creation. Moradin created 8 powerful gods to help him in his work, even the creator of all life couldn't watch over every aspect of life himself. Gods within the Runestone Pantheon include Sharlindar, Vilin, and so on. Modsognir was tasked to protect the mountain dwarf clans, those include the Ironfoot Clans. Modsognir himself appeared to several important figures in mountain-dwarf history, and either blessed them, or cursed them. Modsognir's title was "The God Of Protection and Crafting". Modsognir would usually stay around the areas of the Worldspine mountains, near modern Frostholm, in the Alamayn region. In The Great Material War, Modsognir and his people were endangered by hordes coming from the ruined planet of Kylorne, and so Modsognir had to venture to the Void, where the hordes were coming from. It is said he fought off the hordes of dark creatures that were trying to rip through the bedrock, but sadly he failed. He fought off most of them, using his special tools he worked eons on. However, there were too many for him to handle. He could see the rocks and flames of Kylorne, as it released such a shockwave that it not only destroyed the endless pieces of its surface floating in the endless void, but it also caused distruption in the void's fabric which released The Creatures Of The Dark, also known as the "Entropian Hordes". Entropy herself soon got out, however by then several of her minions managed to make a small crevice in the endless floor of bedrock, and dug up to the surface faster than a blink of an eye. Modsognir kept fighting, but more and more of them would pull his hair, scratch him, all to distract him as even more crept through the hole. After the horde seemed to have stopped coming, he rose up through the hole and managed to find the piece of bedrock that was embed in the deepslate. The minions of Entropy had scattered pieces of bedrock, but seemed to have pushed the full piece out and into the deepslate. Modsognir picked it up, and flew to the surface, where he saw a destroyed moon. This moon was corrupted. He knew it was too late, the world, along with his people needed a defence. He flew to a hold in the centre of the Worldspine Mountains, where he would seek out the King, Barathul Deepcall.
=== The Bestowment Of Drakkentusk ===
After Modsognir found the King, his voice boomed through the entire valley of Karak-Drong, now known as Barakor. "Craft me a grand temple, and I'll bestow my blessings upon thee and thy kin, steadfast and enduring." Barathul and his dwarven kin worked day and night, but eventually it was finally finished. A temple with a statue of Modsognir holding up its roof was made, and it had a pool of lava, which was blessed by Brim Deepfall, one of the greatest dwarven lords after King Oin II. The lava was blessed by Brim in a ceremony known as the Moltenflow Consecration, where the Lord blesses food, water, lava, weapons etc. Modsognir saw his temple as beautiful, with wall paintings of other important dwarves, which he adored, as he adored all his dwarven people. He took the piece of bedrock and placed it in the middle of the small pit of lava, and declared in his booming voice "In this soil, sanctified ground is laid.", which means "This land is holy". Barathul has done an amazing job, along with his people. Modsognir was declared patron of Karak-Drong, and Modsognir knew that the BarakVaar Dwellers/Early Frosthelmians were his people, and he must do everything to protect them. A year later, he showed up in front of Barathul, who was watching the view on Plagos from the highest peak of the Worldspine mountains, and declared him Blessed. He also gave him a sword he forged eons ago, not long after his creation. Modsognir's statue was what made him the patron of Barakor, the dwarves adored it. Drakkentusk was made from ancient material which stopped existing on the fall of Paxia. This material was called "The Gods Tears", since it hardened very fast and was usually found near pits of lava. This material was already extremely rare on its own, and this was seen huge gift from Barathul. A blade forged eons ago? For him? From a God? All this was so incredible to him, however he did not go around bragging that an extremely powerful God gifted him a blade forged before light was a thing. He kept it somewhat a secret, at least until his kinsmen found out themselves. Modsognir didn't have his beloved blade anymore, but he knew this was the right thing. He told Barathul that this Holy Blade must ONLY be passed on/touched by the King Of Barakor. Barathul was ordered to give it on his last days. Soon, Barathul would pass it onto Orm Hrolfson, who would pass it onto his heir, Thorgrim Stoneheart. There was a king of Barakor without the holy blade, but then they are not considered King/Queen. Barathul would later realise it was a vision, and he woke up. Modsognir remained seated on his throne of iron up in the skies, seeing how his people do. He remained with his beloved shield, and hammer, for until he needed to bestow them again, and forge new ones. That was the endless cycle of his life. Give, Protect, and Re-Create. 
=== Appearance ===
Modsognir stands stout and resolute, a figure carved from the very mountains that house the dwarven realms. Clad in armor forged from the rarest metals of the earth, the deity's visage exudes a timeless wisdom and unwavering strength. A majestic beard, adorned with gemstone beads, cascades down the god's chest, symbolizing the enduring legacy of craftsmanship.
Gleaming eyes, reminiscent of polished gemstones, survey the realms with a watchful gaze, radiating both vigilance and benevolence. The god's hands, calloused from countless hours spent at the forge, cradle a mighty hammer—the emblem of creation and protection. The deity's very presence resonates with the hum of the anvil and the rhythmic clang of hammer upon metal.
Around the god's form, a protective aura shimmers—a melding of ethereal runes and molten energy. This radiant shield symbolizes the guardian aspect of the deity, ready to shield the dwarven people from any threat. Engraved on the god's armor are intricate symbols representing the sacred art of crafting, a testament to the divine connection between the deity and the dwarven artisans who revere them.
In the god's wake, the scent of smelted metals and the comforting warmth of a well-forged hearth linger—a tangible reminder of the divine craftsmanship that shapes not only weapons and armor but also the destiny of the dwarven race.
===== Extra Info: =====
- Modsognir often protected Barakor from the enemy kingdom, Singhari.
- His appearance is made up of a bit of each dwarf- He even has a fiery beard for Red Dwarves!
- He is more popular in the North, while in the South the dwarves believe in the Tokora.
- There is only one confirmed image of Drakkentusk and the Shrine. (Found below) 
Category:Traveler's Era