Larok the Blacksmith

God of the Forge and the Grave

Overview

Larok the Blacksmith is a deity revered in the WindyIsleWiki for his dual dominion over creation and mortality. His worship is centered on the belief that all things—whether tools of war, works of art, or the very bones of the earth—originate from his hammer and are destined to return to his anvil in death. Larok is often depicted as a figure clad in soot-streaked armor, his face obscured by a forge mask, and his hands eternally wreathed in flame wiki.witchtower.org .

Domains

Larok's cleric domains reflect his influence over both life and death:

Forge: Symbolizing craftsmanship, innovation, and the transformation of raw materials into purposeful objects. Grave: Representing the inevitability of decay, the cycle of life, and the sacred duty of honoring the dead through ritual.

Temples and Shrines

Temples dedicated to Larok are typically located near forges, cemeteries, or crossroads where industry and mortality intersect. These structures are built from blackened stone and iron, with altars shaped like anvil and skull motifs. Shrines are often found in mining towns or battlefield memorials, where adherents offer tools, weapons, or relics to the god

Holy Days

Larok's calendar includes two major festivals:

The First Strike (Month of Ember, 1st): A celebration of the first hammer blow that shaped the world, marked by competitions in blacksmithing and storytelling about creation myths. The Last Hammer (Month of Ash, 15th): A somber day to honor fallen artisans and warriors, with rituals involving the burial of broken tools and the remembrance of ancestral craftsmen

Influence on the World

Larok's followers are found among blacksmiths, masons, and soldiers, who see him as both a patron and a grim overseer. His temples often serve as centers for both technological advancement and mortuary rites. The god is said to judge the worth of a soul by the quality of their life's work, with the Forge domain representing ambition and the Grave domain symbolizing humility before mortality

See Also: WindyIsleWiki