Determination and truth, the cornerstones of the worship
of the Empyreal Lord Zohls. Many deities have fanciful titles but Zohls only
moniker is “Verity”. True principle or belief, which describes both the archon
and his followers. Like many of the minor deities, however, Zohls has little to
no information pertaining to the worship of his adherents. So as usual it is up
to us to figure out who Zhols’ faithful are.
As always, let us imagine we are sitting at our
theoretical gaming table. Our imaginary GM sets out the rules for the game we
will play. In this game, we are to make a follower of Zohls. The character does
not need to be a divine caster, just a devotee of the Empyreal Lord. What
character do you make?
For more information on Zohls
Zohls Pathfinder Wiki Page
Zohls’ Archives of Nethys Page
The Cardinal Directions
Many of Zohls’ follower are archivists, but for there be
archivists there must be something to archive. The Cardinal Directions are a
group that takes Zohls’ domain of exploration very seriously and they seek to
map out the entire face of Golarion, accurately. The maps they create are
brought back to the library-temple of their patron in the city of Magnimar.
The Cardinal Directions accept any dedicated to Zohls,
both priest and layperson. Entry is determined by the archivists of the
library-temple and an applicant must submit a hand drawn map for consideration.
Rank within the order is determined by the maps one turns in. Maps are judged
on three criteria: accuracy, detail, and rarity of location. Maps of the
insides of ancient ruins are in high demand as are maps of locations outside of
Avistan. Some scholars have even begun to use scrying to map the other planets.
The Jurists
When you want the law applied you find an Abadarian. When
you want justice done you ask for a Zohlite. The Jurists is a sect within the
church of Zohls that acts as the legal defense for those they believe are
falsely accused. To many the system of law is just a means to keep the wheels
of civilization turning. To The Jurists, it is a means of punishing the wicked
and protecting the weak and innocent.
All Jurists must hold rank within whatever legal system
presides in the area of their church. Members of the Jurists are not just those
who defend their clients in the court, but also those who seek out evidence
that will help in this defense. This sect of Zohls church has an uncanny knack
for determining the guilt or innocence of their clients. Because of this they
have never defended a guilty party, at least to their knowledge.
The Wren Society
The Wren society is a small group of Zohls worshipers who
thrive on solving mysteries. Everything from a current crime spree to ancient
disappearances piques the interest of these would-be sleuths. What started as a
small book club of mystery readers and writers has grown into what amounts to a
small mystery cult of the Empyreal Lord.
Based in Taldor’s capital city of Oppara, The Wren
Society initially started when a minor noblewoman named Jalise Lanspot took a
liking to the mystery novels of an up-and-coming writer. As is the way of fads,
when one noble finds something new many others flock to it. It wasn’t until
Lady Lanspot invited the young writer, Tanver Swit, to read his work that it
became something more.
Swit was a devout follower of the Empyreal Lord Zohls and
his writings were actually investigations he himself had been party to.
Uncovering the truth was all Swit ever wanted, and he sought to share that love
through his books. Impressed by the writer’s words a number of the ladies in
the club, including Lady Lanspot, took to solving mysteries of their own. Now
The Wren Society can be called upon when something is amiss, and they have even
accepted their first male member.
Paladin Code
I will start what I finish. Seeing a task through to the
end regardless of its difficulty shows devotion to both Zohls and my fellows.
I will seek truth in all things. Not only will I refrain
for outright lies, I will be forthright in all of my dealings.
The Unknown is just one more mystery to solve. My lack of
knowledge shall never be my undoing and I will seek to learn what I do not know
rather than just guess or dismiss that knowledge as useless.
I will walk a mile in another man’s boots before I judge
him. I will base my judgements by understanding other’s situations and not
expecting everyone’s trials and abilities to be the same.
Lies are to be uncovered. The truth must be brought to
the fore, even if it is to my detriment. I will not suffer a lie in my presence
from friend or foe.
With great determination and an eye for truth we have
investigated the followers of Zohls. So who is your disciple of Zohls? Why have
they chosen to dedicate themselves to the Empyreal Lord of Verity? Where does
their devotion come from? Let me know in the comments.
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