Shan



SHAN Demi-God of War "‘Then surely you are aware of the legends, m’lord. How, too many years ago to be counted, when Zamora was a young kingdom, the warrior Shan came forth to lead our people in the successful revolution that freed our nation before he himself was slain in the final battle of the final day of the revolt, struck down from behind by a treacherous arrow fired by a foe who had claimed surrender. In reward for his heroic deeds on the field of battle, the gods of Zamora took mighty Shan to them and as he ascended to the Above-Life, Shan vowed to be forever watchful over his people. Should they ever need him to fight future tyrants they need but call him and he would return to lead them once again to victory.’"-Paul Kupperberg, The Face of God 

Pantheon

 * Zamorian Pantheon

Regions of Worship

 * Zamora

Divine Relationships
None specified found.

Representation
The demi-god Shan was a Zhemri warrior who fought the Hyborians as they came through Brythunia and attempted to enslave the rising Zamorians. He was slain by treachery, shot by an arrow fired by a Brythunian who had surrendered. Shan is considered the general of the celestial armies of the gods and figures in mythology as a great warrior. His followers take what they want by the sword and they despise treachery.

He is said to have an oddly Cimmerian look about him.

Gender representation: male

Symbolism

 * Shields
 * Swords

Spheres of Power

 * Protection
 * Revenge

Rituals & Beliefs
Shan's followers have little care for study or the elaborate practices many temples demands. They take what they want by strength and sword and despise treachery. They do not believe in lying or subterfuge of any type and the mantra of the followers of Shan tell the tale of being true to one's self and presenting that truth to others at all times.

The Priesthood
The priests of Shan shave their heads as a symbollic gesture for the faithful, showing in a tangible way that they hide nothing from others. The temples of Shan stand as tall and slender towards, at its precipise a gong is rung to call the followers of Shan for worship. Upon the ringing of the gong, the faithful congregate in the square before the temply for pronouncements from the priests or an announcement of commencement for a feast or celebration in honor of the demi-god.

Implementation IC & In-Game
Vanilla Mitra religion as placeholder.

More Information

 * The Inquisitors of Ong (Short-Story)
 * Shadizar: The City of Wickedness (Conan RPG Book)
 * Faith and Fervour (Conan RPG Book)