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 {{ :unbound:classes:templar:allmother.jpeg?200|}}
-//"In the beginning, the Allmother spun the cosmos from her own essence, creating the stars, planets, and the primordial void. She then breathed life into the void, giving birth to the first gods and setting the universe in motion."//
+//"In the age before time's measure, when the cosmos lay unshaped and silent, there arose the Allmother, goddess of creation and bearer of life's first breath. From the boundless void, she crafted the stars, weaving their celestial dance with threads of her divine light. With gentle hands, she molded the earth, shaping valleys and mountains, rivers and seas. Upon this fertile canvas, she breathed life into every living being, each a testament to her boundless love. //
-The benevolent creator goddess, mother of all life and the giver of fertility. She is often depicted as a woman with flowing robes and a crown of stars, cradling a newborn child.
+//"Yet, in her creative fervor, there lay a delicate balance, for her power to shape also held the potential to unravel. Her adherents whispered of her infinite wisdom and benevolence, yet feared the chaos that might ensue should her creations stray beyond her gentle guidance. Thus, they praised her with offerings and prayers, beseeching her to nurture and protect, to weave destinies with a steady hand, and to uphold the harmony of the world she so tenderly wrought."//
+The Allmother is the benevolent creator goddess, mother of all life and the giver of fertility. She is often depicted as a woman with flowing robes and a crown of stars, cradling a newborn child.  Her adherents hold that as the creator of all things, she can affect the fates of her creations, but that left unchecked, she would cause great chaos in the world.
 The Allmother grants access to the Divinities of Fate, Fortune, Light and Life.  Increase your Foresight by +1;  gain training in Medicine and Blunt.  Her favoured weapon is the staff.
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 ==== The Lawgiver ====
-{{:unbound:classes:templar:lawgiver.jpeg?200 |}}//"After the Allmother created the world, it descended into chaos. The Lawgiver emerged from the Allmother's breath, bringing order and establishing the first laws that govern the universe and the lives of mortals."//
+{{:unbound:classes:templar:lawgiver.jpeg?200 |}}//"In the dawn of civilization, when chaos threatened to devour the nascent societies of mortals, there emerged the Lawgiver, embodiment of order and justice. Clad in robes as pristine as the first light of dawn, he wielded scales that weighed the deeds of souls and a sword that meted out impartial judgment. From his celestial perch, he observed the tumultuous realms of humanity, where raw creation teetered on the brink of anarchy. With unyielding resolve, he laid down the sacred laws that bound communities together, carving pathways of righteousness amid the wilderness of instinct and impulse.//
-The stern but just god of law, order, and civilization. He is depicted as a robed figure holding scales and a sword.
+//"His proponents hailed him as the beacon of societal harmony, believing that his divine decrees tempered the excesses of unchecked ambition and curbed the primal forces that threatened to unravel the fabric of existence. Yet, they knew too well the cost of disobedience, for the Lawgiver's justice was as swift and unyielding as the rising tide, ensuring that order prevailed and civilization endured under the watchful gaze of his unwavering eyes."//
+The stern but just god of law, order, and civilization. He is depicted as a robed figure holding scales and a sword.  His proponents hold that without the intervention of the Lawgiver, society could not exist, as rampant creation is also rampant chaos.
 The Lawgiver grants access to the Divinities of Authority, Law, Omens and Pact.  Increase your Foresight by +1;  gain training in Diplomacy and Blades.  His favoured weapon is the langsax.
 ==== The Forgemaster ====
+{{ :unbound:classes:templar:forgemaster.jpeg?200|}}
+//"In the heart of the blazing forges, where the clang of hammer on anvil resounded like a symphony of creation, there stood the Forgemaster, embodiment of innovation and craftsmanship. Androgynous in form, adorned with the symbols of industry—hammer and tongs, gears and tools---this divine artisan breathed life into the marvels of mortal hands. With every strike, inventions took shape, weaving together the threads of tradition and inspiration.//
+//His devotees, with fervent devotion, praised both her strength and his finesse, recognizing in the Forgemaster the essence of both creation and refinement. They honored the Forgemaster in their workshops and laboratories, invoking her guidance in the forging of weapons and plows, in the crafting of gears and engines that propelled their civilizations forward. For in the alternating echoes of his and her presence, they found the balance that fueled their ingenuity and kindled the fires of progress throughout the ages."//
-//"The Forgemaster took the raw materials of the world and taught mortals how to craft them into tools, weapons, and shelters. They are credited with the creation of the first cities and the advancement of civilization."//
+The industrious and creative god/goddess of craftsmanship, invention, and technology. They are depicted as an androgynous figure wielding a hammer and tongs, surrounded by gears and tools.  Their most faithful followers always refer to the Forgemaster as he and she, alternating between the two even within the same sentence.
-The industrious and creative god/goddess of craftsmanship, invention, and technology. They are depicted as a figure wielding a hammer and tongs, surrounded by gears and tools.  They grant access to Creation, Earth, Fire and Transformation.  Increase your Education by +1;  gain training in Crafting and Blunt.
+The Forgemaster grants access to Creation, Earth, Fire and Transformation.  Increase your Education by +1;  gain training in Crafting and Blunt.  Their preferred weapon is the warhammer.
 ==== The Huntress ====
+{{:unbound:classes:templar:huntress.jpeg?200 |}}
+//"In the heart of untamed wilderness, where the thunder of hooves and the crackle of lightning blend with the whispering winds, there strides the Huntress, a goddess revered for her dual dominion over the hunt and storms. Cloaked in the mists of tempests, her presence heralds the coming of rains that quench the parched earth and the fury of thunderbolts that rend the sky. The Huntress commands the forces of nature in their entirety, from the quiet lull of the forest at dusk to the tumultuous roar of storms at their peak.//
-//"The Huntress protects the natural world and teaches mortals how to live in harmony with nature. She is also associated with the moon and its cycles, and is said to guide lost travelers."//
+//"She is portrayed as a figure of both awe and reverence, with eyes as piercing as the lightning she wields and a voice that echoes across valleys and mountaintops. Her devotees seek her favor not only for successful hunts and bountiful harvests but also for protection against the wrath of storms and the unpredictability of nature. They offer prayers and sacrifices, weaving tales of her prowess in bringing balance to the cycles of life and death, growth and decay."//
-The goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and the moon. She is depicted as a woman with a bow and arrow, often accompanied by a wolf and a stag.  She offers access to Animals, Light, Storms and Wilds.  Increase your Agility by +1;  gain training in Survival and Bows.
+The goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and the moon. She is depicted as a young woman with white hair and a bow and arrow, often accompanied by a wolf and a stag.  She is a goddess of storms, as much as of nature.
+The Huntress offers access to Animals, Light, Storms and Wilds.  Increase your Agility by +1;  gain training in Survival and Bows.  Her preferred weapon is the bow, but never the war bow or long bow!
 ==== The Warlord ====
+{{ :unbound:classes:templar:warlord.jpeg?200|}}
+//"In the tumultuous realms where the clash of steel and the cries of battle resonate, there reigns the Warlord, the formidable god of war, conquest, and valor. Clad in imposing armor that gleams with the blood of countless foes and wielding a spear that has tasted the essence of innumerable battles, he stands as the epitome of martial prowess and relentless ambition. His honor is as renowned as his ferocity; a paradoxical blend of chivalrous respect for worthy adversaries and a ruthless drive for domination.//
-"He is said to fuel the flames of war and revel in the clash of steel. Despite his destructive nature, he is also respected for his courage and strength."
+//The Warlord's followers exalt him for the strength and courage he bestows, seeking his favor in their quests for glory and victory. Yet, they also tread carefully, aware of his volatile temper and the destructive chaos that follows in his wake. Tales of his deeds recount not only the triumphs of legendary warriors who fought under his banner but also the desolate aftermath of his conquests, where fields lie fallow and cities smolder in ruin."//
-The powerful and bloodthirsty god of war, conquest, and valor. He is depicted as a warrior clad in armor, wielding a spear.  He grants access to the Divinities of Destruction, Fate, Pact and Pain.  Increase your Body by +1;  gain training in Intimidation and Blades.
+The Warlord is the powerful and bloodthirsty god of war, conquest, and valor. He is depicted as a warrior clad in armor, wielding a spear.  His honour is well known, but so is his destructive nature and his tendency towards cruelty.
+The Warlord grants access to the Divinities of Destruction, Fate, Pact and Pain.  Increase your Body by +1;  gain training in Intimidation and Polearms.  His preferred weapon is the spear.
 ==== The Farmer ====
+{{:unbound:classes:templar:farmer.jpeg?200 |}}
+//"In the fertile fields where the earth's bounty is nurtured, there dwells the Farmer, a serene deity revered for her gentle touch and nurturing spirit. She is typically depicted as a woman with flowing green hair, symbolizing the verdant life she bestows upon the land. Dressed in simple peasantry garb and wooden sandals, she embodies the humble yet profound connection between humanity and the soil. Her gentle smile radiates warmth and compassion, a reflection of the life-giving gifts she imparts to all who till the earth.//
+//"The Farmer's devotees honor her with the first fruits of their harvest, offering prayers and rituals that celebrate the cycles of planting and reaping. They believe that through her benevolence, the land flourishes, and communities thrive, sustained by the abundance of nature's gifts. Her presence is felt in the whisper of the wind through the crops, the rustle of leaves, and the steady growth of seedlings reaching for the sun. Farmers and peasants look to her for guidance and protection, trusting in her wisdom to bring forth plentiful harvests and to shield their fields from blight and drought."//
+Despite being typically viewed as a female, the Farmer is, in some areas, viewed as gender-neutral or as gender fluid.  However, they are typically viewed as a woman with green hair, wearing peasantry garb and wooden sandals, and they are always depicted with a gentle smile. Of note, her worshippers never describe her as beautiful, feeling that this detracts from the good she does her people.
-"It is she who taught the people how to sow crops, rotate fields and domesticate animals.  Without the Farmer, cities could not exist."
+Worship of the Farmer is believed to have come from a different, older religion, that was absorbed by the Imperial Temple.  Her role within the Temple might be only to keep the peasants in line.
-Despite being typically viewed as a female, the Farmer is, in some areas, viewed as gender-neutral or as gender fluid.  She/they grant access to the Divinities of Animal, Life, Plant and Sustenance.  Her/their preferred weapon is the flail.  Increase your Body by +1;  gain training in Nature and Blades.
+She/they grant access to the Divinities of Animal, Life, Plant and Sustenance.  Her/their preferred weapon is the flail.  Increase your Body by +1;  gain training in Nature and Blades.
 ==== The Trickster ====
+{{ :unbound:classes:templar:trickster.jpeg?200|}}
+"//In the shadowy realms where the line between reality and illusion blurs, there dances the Trickster, the mischievous and enigmatic deity of trickery, dreams, and luck. Ever a shapeshifter, the Trickster delights in taking many forms, from a clever raven to a playful child with bright red hair. Though often seen as a red-haired boy child, the Trickster is equally at ease manifesting as a girl, an adult, or any creature that suits their whimsical purposes.//
-"They are fond of playing pranks on both gods and mortals. They can be benevolent or destructive, but they also bring laughter and creativity to the world."
+//"This deity is a font of creativity and laughter, their presence heralding a whirlwind of pranks and unexpected twists. Mortals both revere and fear the Trickster, for while their antics bring joy and inventive solutions, they often do so at the expense of others' pride or plans. The Trickster's followers embrace the chaos and spontaneity they bring, seeking their blessing to inspire creativity, induce vivid dreams, and turn the tides of luck."//
-The mischievous and enigmatic god/goddess of trickery, dreams, and luck. They are depicted as a shapeshifter, often appearing as a raven or a playful child.  They grant access to the Divinities of Chaos, Dreams, Fortune and Mischief.  Increase your Dexterity by +1;  gain training in Deception and Blades.
+The mischievous and enigmatic god/goddess of trickery, dreams, and luck. They are depicted as a shapeshifter, often appearing as a raven or a playful child.  Though typically portrayed as a red-haired boy child, the Trickster is said to be as comfortable manifesting as a girl, an adult or an animal.  They are viewed as a font of creativity and laughter, though often at another's expense.
+They grant access to the Divinities of Chaos, Dreams, Fortune and Mischief.  Increase your Dexterity by +1;  gain training in Deception and Blades.  Their preferred weapon is the dagger.
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 The stoic god of death, the afterlife, and quiet contemplation. He is depicted as a hooded figure holding a shepherd's crook, guiding the souls of the dead.  He grants access to Entropy, Grave, Mind and Omens.  Increase your Foresight by +1;  gain training in Stealth and Blunt.
+==== The Old Man Of The Sea ====
+//"If you wish to sail, ensure you sacrifice to the Old Man of the Sea.  It's the only way to ensure that you come safely home.  For all the seas are his domain, and he guards it jealously against intruders."//
+Depicted as an old man with pale blue skin, the Old Man of the Sea is a fairly stereotypical deity of the oceans.  He is revered by sailors of all sorts, but also feared by them.  He wields a glaive formed of a massive shark's tooth mounted at the end of a staff of driftwood.  His Templars also prefer glaives, but are willing to settle for a more mundane construction.  He offers access to the Divinities of Air, Storms, Travel and Water.  Increase your Foresight by +1;  gain training in Athletics and Polearms.
 ==== The Whisperer ====