The Grinning Saint

A Common Depiction of the Grinning Saint

The Supposed Son of Life Herself, God of Joy and patron of music and art of any kind, all those who try to make the world a more beautiful place through these means have his blessing. He is also a great trickster and prolific prankster, and expects his followers to both take a joke and, know how to make one. He particularly likes wine, as making it, then drinking it in good company is one of the most joyful things you can do in life. It is said the Saint's direct intervention in the mortal world isn’t frequent, but he has been known to prevent a keg from emptying (often to help good folk survive a siege or convince them to congregate a little longer in a place of safety), help them pull off a great feat(Prank) or to push someone especially meek to show courage at a key moment.

The Grinning Saint's clerics often have a second occupation, such as vintners, brewers, carnival folk, courtesans and entertainers in urban areas, or as minstrels, revelers, and jacks-of-all-trades in rural areas. They wear comfortable clothes, preferring Reds, Purples, and Golds. Some wear an actual jester's mask as their holy symbol, while others merely wear a signet or amulet inscribed with a drawing of a jester's mask. Small shrines to the Saint are more common than actual temples in smaller towns in the Empire; these can be found anywhere, in pubs, and in the form of piles of stones at roadsides, carved with his symbol. Most faithful drop a small token of their esteem by the shrine: a few coins, a bit of tasty food, or a cup of wine. The largest of The Saint's temples also serve dual purposes, as either as grand theaters, Circuses, Conservatories and Opera houses.

The Grinning Saint’s holy day, the Grand Revelry or Circus of Lights is in fact 4 days of celebration. The Holiday begins on the 31st day of the Samhain and ends on the 4th day of the Hearthscrest. The Holiday serves as a day for remembrance for the dearly departed  but is anything but a somber affair. In many larger cities, fairs are held for the holiday complete with colorful lights, sweet foods and music. On the eve of the 31st, children dress in costumes and travel from house to house, it is believed that this practice drives off evil spirits to allow safe passage for the souls of the departed. Pranks and jokes are also tied to the holiday. Many follower of the Saint believe that these 5 days are when the Saint walks among the people to enjoy the “local color”

## **Commandments of The Grinning Saint**

> *"History rarely remembers the Quiet and boring, Go Forth and live a life worthy of Remembering"*
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> *"Music is his gift to Us, and to master it is to gain his Favor"*
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> *"The tables can turn on any trickster, and thou should accept the laugh and appreciate the trick when it happens to thee."*
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## **Amphorisms**

***“Saint’s Bells!” -*** Usually uttered in surprise or amazement— the exclamation can also call out Unpleasant things.

***“Life a Life worth Living and Die a Death they’ll never forget!” -***  Flowery speeches take too much time, there was a need for a poignant turn of phrase, either to exclaim in the heat of battle or offer in honor of the dead. Before combat it is said as a toast,followed by a healthy swallow of strong liquor. It is also used to seal oaths between comrades in arms, generally also followed by a healthy swallow of liquor.

**“Serpent's Teeth...” -** Often used as a declaration of awe or when a situation is very well FUBAR...

## **Planar Allies**

**The Ace of Spades (Unique Diviner):** Stuff

**Lady Luck (Unique Djinni):** Stuff

**The Maestro (Unique Androsphinx):** Stuff