Wodenism
| Type | Polytheistic |
|---|---|
| Races | Human, Elf |
| Organized | Yes |
| Founded | 1 IM |
| Books | Book of Woden |
| Deities | Woden, Thor, Frigg, Tiw |
Wodenism is the dominant religion in Otan, with its principal deity being known if not worshipped to some degree by most humans. Wodenism has also found its way into elven culture and figures prominently in their daily lives.
The Tenets of Wodenism
The four pillars of Wodenism are wisdom, strength, love and sacrifice, represented by Woden, Thor, Frigg, Tiw respectively. The Wodenist pantheon has a complete spectrum of gods, however these four remain the personifications of the core values of the faith.
The Book of Woden
Apparently written by Woden himself or someone purporting to be speaking in the voice of Woden, the book outlines the various tenets of Wodenism. It goes on to describe the various gods of the pantheon in stories and verse.
The Will to Power
In the Book of Woden, the three wills are described; the Will to Power, the Will to Sensation and the Will to Transcendence. Woden points out that the Will to Power is the greatest of these and is the defining aspect of human(oid) existence. Woden's inclusiveness of other species has made Woden popular among other humanoids, particularly Elves.
The Wodenist Pantheon
- Woden - god of wisdom, the all-father
- Thor - god of strength, god of thunder
- Frigg - goddess of love, goddess of the hearth
- Tiw - god of sacrifice, god of war
Woden
Particularly in the northern Soltustik tribes, it is not unusual for individuals to claim their lineage from Woden himself.
