Druzhina Pantheon

Druzhina Pantheon is the largest religion in the regions of Severopagania. It is a polytheistic religion.

### **Creation**

The Druzhina Cult support the belief that the universe was created by the supreme deity, Rod, who existed in the form of a great pillar that held up the sky. He was the source of all life and the guardian of the natural order. In the beginning, the world was a vast, empty plain. It was dark and cold, and there was nothing but emptiness. But Rod had a vision, and he saw that the world could be filled with light and warmth, and that it could be a place of great beauty and wonder. So he reached out his hand and created the sun, the moon, and the stars, and he brought forth the oceans, the mountains, and the forests. And he created the animals, the birds, and the insects, and he gave them all their own special powers and abilities. Then, finally, Rod created the first humans, and he gave them the gift of language and the ability to think and create. And he taught them how to live in harmony with the natural world, and how to honor and respect the forces of nature. And so, the world was filled with life and light, and the people lived happily and peacefully, guided by the wisdom of Rod.

### Svevid

Svevid is the god of the sky, thunder, lightning, storms, rain, law, and fertility. He was a powerful deity, feared and revered by all who knew of him. Svevid lived in a great palace in the clouds, surrounded by the elements of nature. He was a strong and mighty god, wielding a great axe that was said to be able to split mountains in two. Svevid was also the god of justice and righteousness, and he was quick to punish those who broke the laws of the gods. He was feared and respected by all, for his power and strength were unmatched. One day, a great disaster struck the land, and the people suffered greatly. They prayed to Svevid, begging for his help and guidance. Svevid heard their prayers and was moved by their suffering. He knew that he had to do something to help the people and restore order to the land. Svevid called forth a great storm, and the skies opened up, pouring forth a deluge of rain. The people rejoiced, and the land was once again filled with life and prosperity. But the disaster was not yet over. Udav, the god of water, earth, forests, trickery, music, magic, cattle, wealth, and evil, had taken the form of a great dragon and was wreaking havoc on the land, destroying villages and slaying all who stood in its way. The people turned to Svevid, begging him to save them from Udav's wrath. Svevid knew that he could not let Udav continue his rampage, and he set out to do battle with him. The battle was fierce and epic, and both Svevid and Udav fought with all their might. In the end, Svevid emerged victorious, pushing Udav back to the underworld and saving the people from his terror. The people rejoiced, and they built a great temple in honor of Svevid, thanking him for his help and offering up prayers and sacrifices to him. And Svevid was pleased, knowing that he had done his part to help the people and protect the land.
From that day forward, Svevid was revered as a great hero and protector, and the people knew that as long as he watched over them, they would always be safe and protected. And Udav, the god of water, earth, forests, trickery, music, magic, cattle, wealth, and evil, was forced to retreat to the underworld, where he stewed in his defeat and plotted his revenge. But Svevid remained vigilant, always ready to defend the people and the land from any threat that might arise. And the people knew that as long as Svevid stood with them, they had nothing to fear

### Udav

Udav is the god of water, earth, forests, trickery, music, magic, cattle, wealth, and evil. He was a sly and cunning deity, feared and hated by all who knew of him. One day, a great famine struck the land, and the people suffered greatly. They prayed to Udav, begging for food and water to sustain their lives. But Udav was uninterested in their plight. He enjoyed seeing them suffer, and he refused to help them. He sent forth a great drought, causing the rivers and streams to dry up and the crops to wither and die. The people were furious and despairing, and they called upon the other gods for help. Svevid heard their prayers and was moved by their suffering. He knew that he had to do something to help the people and stand against the evil of Udav. Svevid called forth a great storm, and the skies opened up, pouring forth a deluge of rain. The people rejoiced, and the land was once again filled with life and prosperity. But Udav was not defeated so easily. He gathered his own forces and prepared to do battle with Svevid. The two gods clashed in a great battle that shook the earth and the skies. In the end, Svevid emerged victorious. He defeated Udav and banished him from the land, and the people rejoiced. They built temples in honor of Svevid, and they offered up prayers and sacrifices to him, hoping to earn his favor. And the land was at peace, free from the tyranny of Udav and his malevolent ways. Svevid ruled justly and wisely, and the people prospered under his rule. And they knew that as long as Svevid was watching over them, they would always be safe and protected.

### Srižet

Srižet was the god of fire and war, the son of Svižovet, the god of smithing and metal. He was a fierce and proud deity, associated with pride and conquest. Srižet lived in a great hall of fire in the heart of the mountains, surrounded by the flames of his forge. There, he spent his days training and preparing for war, honing his skills and strength. Srižet was a proud and arrogant god, convinced of his own superiority. He believed that he was destined to conquer the world and bend all other gods and mortals to his will. One day, a great challenge was issued to Srižet. A rival god, jealous of his power and fame, challenged him to a duel to determine who was the stronger of the two. Srižet accepted the challenge, convinced that he would easily defeat his rival. He went to the field of battle, armed with the finest weapons and armor that his father had crafted for him. The battle was fierce and brutal, and both gods fought with all their might. But in the end, Srižet emerged victorious. He had won the duel and proven his superiority. But Srižet's pride had gotten the better of him. He had disregarded the rules of the duel and used forbidden magic to gain the upper hand. The other gods were furious, and they declared him unworthy of victory. Srižet was devastated. He knew that he had made a grave error, and he begged the other gods for forgiveness. He promised to never again use forbidden magic and to always follow the rules of the gods. The other gods were moved by Srižet's contrition, and they decided to give him another chance. They stripped him of his powers, but they allowed him to remain in the pantheon, on the condition that he serve as a guardian and protector of the people. Srižet accepted the terms, grateful for the opportunity to atone for his mistakes. And from that day forward, he dedicated himself to serving the people and upholding the laws of the gods.

### Svižovet

Svižovet was the god of smithing and metal. He was a skilled craftsman and a master of his craft, known throughout the land for his ability to create beautiful and intricate objects from metal. Svižovet lived in a great forge in the heart of the mountains, surrounded by the tools of his trade. There, he worked tirelessly, shaping and hammering the hot metal into all manner of objects. Svižovet was a quiet and solitary god, content to spend his days working at his forge. But he was also a kind and generous god, and he often took on apprentices to teach them the art of smithing. One day, a great war broke out in the land, and the people needed weapons and armor to defend themselves. They called upon Svižovet, begging him to create the finest weapons and armor that the world had ever seen. Svižovet knew that he could not refuse the call of the people, and he set to work. For days and nights on end, he worked at his forge, creating swords and shields and breastplates of the finest quality. When the weapons and armor were finished, Svižovet presented them to the people with great pride. They were astounded by the craftsmanship and beauty of the objects, and they knew that with such powerful weapons, they could not be defeated. The people went to war, and with the help of Svižovet's weapons, they emerged victorious. They returned home in triumph, and they built a great temple in honor of Svižovet, thanking him for his help and offering up prayers and sacrifices to him. And Svižovet was pleased, knowing that he had done his part to help the people and protect the land. He returned to his forge, content to spend the rest of his days working at his craft and creating beautiful objects from metal. Svižovet is the god and protector of Kamengorod.

### Rozhice

Rozhice were the three female gods of fate, pregnancy, and death. They were mysterious and powerful deities, feared and revered by all who knew of them. Rozhice lived in a great hall in the underworld, surrounded by the spirits of the dead. They were responsible for taking the souls of those who were dying and guiding them to the afterlife. Rozhice were also the gods of pregnancy and childbirth, and they were responsible for determining the fate of unborn children. They were said to be able to see into the future, and they knew which children would grow up to be great leaders and which would lead lives of hardship and struggle. One day, a great plague struck the land, and many people fell ill and died. Rozhice were busy, working tirelessly to guide the souls of the dying to the afterlife. But one woman, a young mother, did not want to leave her newborn child behind. She begged Rozhice to spare her, promising to do anything if they would allow her to stay and raise her child. Rozhice were moved by the woman's plea, and they decided to give her a chance. They granted her a reprieve, allowing her to stay in the land of the living and raise her child. The woman was grateful and relieved, and she devoted herself to raising her child and living a good and virtuous life. And as the years passed, her child grew up to be a great and noble leader, bringing peace and prosperity to the land. The woman knew that she owed everything to the mercy of Rozhice, and she built a great temple in their honor, offering up prayers and sacrifices to them. And Rozhice were pleased, knowing that they had made the right choice in sparing the woman's life. From that day forward, Rozhice were known as compassionate and merciful gods, willing to give people a chance to live and fulfill their destiny. And the people of the land revered and respected them, knowing that they held the power of life and death in their hands.

### Stunyr

In the pantheon of the Druzhina pagans, Stunyr was known as the god of wealth, commerce, and abundance. He was greatly revered by merchants, traders, and anyone who relied on the exchange of goods and services for their livelihood. Stunyr was also known as the god of alcohol, and his festivals were often accompanied by feasting and revelry. He was seen as a joyful and generous deity, always ready to share his abundance with his followers. But Stunyr was not just a deity of indulgence and excess. He was also a shrewd and cunning god, known for his ability to make profitable deals and negotiate favorable terms. Those who sought his favor knew that they had to be cunning and wise in their own endeavors if they wanted to succeed. Despite his love of wealth and abundance, Stunyr was also known for his generosity and his willingness to share his blessings with others. Those who honored him and made offerings to him were said to be rewarded with prosperity and good fortune. Stunyr is the god and protector of Not Firenze.

### Rod

Rod was a member of the pantheon, the god of literature, knowledge, history, culture, and heritage. He was a wise and learned deity, revered by all who knew of him. Rod lived in a great library in the heart of the mountains, surrounded by books and scrolls of all kinds. There, he spent his days studying and learning, soaking up knowledge from every source he could find. Rod was a quiet and solitary god, content to spend his days reading and writing. But he was also a generous god, and he often took on apprentices to teach them the ways of knowledge and learning. One day, a great disaster struck the land, and the people suffered greatly. They turned to Rod, begging him to help them and to provide them with the knowledge and guidance they needed to rebuild their lives. Rod knew that he could not turn his back on the people, and he set to work. He gathered all the knowledge and wisdom he had gathered over the years and compiled it into a great library, a resource for the people to turn to in their time of need. The people were grateful for Rod's help, and they built a great temple in his honor, offering up prayers and sacrifices to him. And as the years passed, Rod continued to watch over the land, preserving the knowledge and history of the people and helping them to rebuild and thrive. Rod became a beloved and respected god, and his name became synonymous with learning and wisdom. The people of the land turned to him for guidance and knowledge, and they knew that as long as Rod was with them, they would always have access to the wisdom of the ages. Rod is the god and protector of Bashka.