The Dead God


 * Overview

Known under a variety of names, including "The Shattered God", "The Nameless One",  "Broken God" and so on. Their original name and nature of this god is unknown as they were brought to an end long before the Age of Blood, thus not being worshiped.

Legend tells of a brief war between the gods long ago which led to the destruction of the Nameless God, forever breaking the unification of the gods and bringing about a millennium of sorrow.The results of this destruction caused the body to be strewn about the world, later being discovered by various races and the power held within being used to great affect for the betterment of their people and the ruin of others.

Inevitably, these artifacts become lost once more, only to be again unearthed in time. Never have all the parts been unveiled at one time but it is believed most, if not all have been found at one point.


 * Magic

It is said the destruction of the god brought about a new energy unto the world through blood and essence, allowing the more advanced races to harness this energy in the form of Arcane Magic, among other things.


 * Notable Uses of the Artifacts (Imperial Calendar)

-545 The Siege of Argolath Defenders employ an artifact that had been stored in the undercroft, being the Femur of the Broken God, to crush a besieging force of goblins.

-874 Gadnikaf's Claim The dwarven lord Gadnikaf makes claim to the throne of Mountain King, using the Toe of the Dead God to bring upon many successes in battle, ensuring his hold on the title.

113 Battle of the Barren Sea A pivotal point in the Elf Wars sees the largest naval battle in history wherein the Lungs of the Lost God are captured from aboard a human vessel just prior to the engagement, allowing the the literal tide of battle to be swayed heavily in favor of the elves with the wind under their command.

-472 Jonter Crisis Dwarves of the nearby Thirzig'heim threaten the settlement of Jonter after an incident involving a missing trade caravan is brought to their attention. Demanding a tribute for the incident with promise of war should it not be paid, the Nameless Tongue is key to a peaceful resolution, even resulting in the dwarves giving instead tribute to the people of Jonter.