Zen'Ari

As the God of Death, Zen'Ari acts as an escort towards the lost souls of Erilen, bringing them to their final resting place within Natinatara's Boneyard.

Zen'Ari is known for bringing omens and portents for when important or loved ones are about to die, and it's said that hearing the thunderous hooves of his chariot means that he intends to escort your soul from Erilen soon.

Spheres of Influence: The Frigid Charioteer, Grim Reaper, The Bringer of Omens

Title(s): Grim Reaper, The Frigid Charioteer, Bringer of Omens

Symbol: A frozen skull

Depiction: A blue skinned man wielding a scythe, often seen on a large chariot.

Month: Ariseth, 2nd month of winter.

Relations

Natinatara: The two have a business-like relationship, and get along quite well.


Belial: The two get along quite well, but often find each other getting into competitive games with one another. Zen'Ari and Belial constantly attempt to one-up each other through the use of loopholes and flaws.

Caia: As Zen'Ari's bride, Caia serves as a very important figure to the Zenarin faith. Insulting her is considered a capital sin, and is said to risk invoking the Grim Reaper's wrath.

Churches and Clergy

More often than not, Zen'Ari's churches can be found working closely alongside the Nataran faith, where they create a single church devoted to both gods. These buildings are known for containing two halls; the 'Plume Hall', which contains the bodies of those who are considered 'good' and are said to have ascended to a place such as the three heavenly gardens, and the 'Blood Hall', which contains the bodies of infamous people that are said to have earned a spot in Hell.

A true Zenarin church, however, wouldn't bother distinguishing the two, and instead bury them alongside each other in their sprawling crypts. To them, the dead are to be treated equally no matter the status, be they royalty or knave. A traditional Zen'Arin church is Gothic in design, and usually has a spot for public execution found within the courtyard.


Holy Texts

Book of the Dead: Details the doctrines and teachings expected to be followed by a Zenarin worshiper. Also details various stories important to the Zenarin faith.


Notable Equipment

Death Scythe: The traditional scythe that Zen'Ari uses to reap the souls of anyone wishing to cheat death.

Rituals:


Festival of Frost: On the 3rd of Ariseth, worshipers celebrate by feasting and partying in honor of Zen'Ari and Caia's wedding day. Often times, the party will be celebrated with a massive parade and great ice sculptures in the middle of the city. A common tradition is for newly weds to use this day for marriage.