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− | : ''For the halfling who goes by Thor, see [[Thoregin Took]]'' | + | : ''For the halfling who goes by Thor, see [[Thoregin Took]]''. |
One of the most popular gods of the northern [[Ardann i'Parastha|Ardann]], '''Thor''' is the god of thunder, weather, and crops which are unusually vulnerable to the climate. He is also well known as a warrior, for he has battled many monsters. He has complete control over the weather, and so is sometimes worshipped by merchants who depend upon his good graces to make long trading voyages safe. At will, he can control any lightning bolt (natural or magical). He rides through the air in a chariot pulled by two magic goats. If slain, these goats magically regenerate at dawn the next day. When wielding his magic hammer, [[Mjolnir]], Thor can break any object. He usually wears a magical girdle which increases his strength. Thor is a large, red-bearded man, usually dressed in chain mail. | One of the most popular gods of the northern [[Ardann i'Parastha|Ardann]], '''Thor''' is the god of thunder, weather, and crops which are unusually vulnerable to the climate. He is also well known as a warrior, for he has battled many monsters. He has complete control over the weather, and so is sometimes worshipped by merchants who depend upon his good graces to make long trading voyages safe. At will, he can control any lightning bolt (natural or magical). He rides through the air in a chariot pulled by two magic goats. If slain, these goats magically regenerate at dawn the next day. When wielding his magic hammer, [[Mjolnir]], Thor can break any object. He usually wears a magical girdle which increases his strength. Thor is a large, red-bearded man, usually dressed in chain mail. | ||
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Thor is direct, uncomplicated, strong, loud, and has a tremendous appetite for drink and food. He is a special friend of mankind, and he occasionally sends his [[avatar]] to aid one of his priests in dire need of help. Omens from Thor are usually associated with the weather, especially thunder, lightning, and storms. | Thor is direct, uncomplicated, strong, loud, and has a tremendous appetite for drink and food. He is a special friend of mankind, and he occasionally sends his [[avatar]] to aid one of his priests in dire need of help. Omens from Thor are usually associated with the weather, especially thunder, lightning, and storms. | ||
− | ''Note: Thor originally appeared in this form in [http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/ | + | ''Note: Thor originally appeared in this form in [http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B009268QCM/johnshelprous-20 Legends & Lore] for the AD&D game from TSR. His use here is for the purposes of providing context for the campaign only.'' |
[[Category:Gods of the Northern Ardann]] | [[Category:Gods of the Northern Ardann]] |
Latest revision as of 18:39, 9 March 2025
- For the halfling who goes by Thor, see Thoregin Took.
One of the most popular gods of the northern Ardann, Thor is the god of thunder, weather, and crops which are unusually vulnerable to the climate. He is also well known as a warrior, for he has battled many monsters. He has complete control over the weather, and so is sometimes worshipped by merchants who depend upon his good graces to make long trading voyages safe. At will, he can control any lightning bolt (natural or magical). He rides through the air in a chariot pulled by two magic goats. If slain, these goats magically regenerate at dawn the next day. When wielding his magic hammer, Mjolnir, Thor can break any object. He usually wears a magical girdle which increases his strength. Thor is a large, red-bearded man, usually dressed in chain mail.
Thor is direct, uncomplicated, strong, loud, and has a tremendous appetite for drink and food. He is a special friend of mankind, and he occasionally sends his avatar to aid one of his priests in dire need of help. Omens from Thor are usually associated with the weather, especially thunder, lightning, and storms.
Note: Thor originally appeared in this form in Legends & Lore for the AD&D game from TSR. His use here is for the purposes of providing context for the campaign only.