Zelos

Zelos Goldenhand is god of the state and protector of stable governance, regardless of its form. In the Aebasan tradition, he is a staunch supporter of democracy, while in the Imperial traditions he supports the rule of the Emperor. As Ptharos is often referred to as Grandfather of the Gods, Zelos is the Father of the Gods, having sired Ladon Stronghands, god of work, Meliboea the Farseer, goddess of justice, Taygete the Bringer, goddess of childbirth, and Thalia the Hearthwoman, goddess of the hearth. Because of his support of established governments, his clergy are typically accorded much respect and have great political power, despite having few direct worshippers. The authoritarian Holy See of Cambrecia is dedicated to the worship of Zelos.

Zelos Goldenhand

God of the State

Descriptive Info

Gender: Male

Avatar: Alar the Lawgiver

Consort(s): Majestas (though he laid with Clementia, Drames, and Thalia before marriage)

Allies: Aridnus (brother), Cthos, Drames (lover), Furinus, Galea (sister), Kratos, Laestrygones (son), Ptharos (Father), Pavor, Phemos, Sarpedon, Podalirius, Taygete (daughter), Terpsichore (sister), Thalia and Vortumnus.

Foes: Amphitritus, Enosigaois, Mormo, Orchus, Phlegethon, Polydorus and Ruminus.

Spiritual Info

Rank: Major

Nature: Ordered

Ethos: Agathocacological

Major Influence: The State

Minor Influence(s): Nobility and Rulership

Symbols

The holy symbol of Zelos is the Goldenhand, a right hand, palm out, fingers closed together, always in gold (though less wealthy worshipers often must settle on something with gold inlay or leaf).

Dwelling Place

Esarru, the Hall of Splendor, high on the peak of Mount Hurasgal in the mountain range of Kar-gur in Anadimtu, the High Realm.

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