Legend says that after the fall of the Watcher Council in Clairnia, a small group of knights helped bring peace and order to the lands of the kingdom. It is said that before the current Clairnian Crown became official, and before the wars that were the precursors to its rise, a different kingdom existed in Clairnia, called Avalon, and ruled by a great king called Arthur. The legends also claim that Camelot was the capital of this kingdom, and that the mysterious sword in the stone was the personal weapon of Arthur himself. It is claimed that Arthur and his knights have left the world, and that their spirits watch over Clairnia, waiting to be reborn and to once again save it from war and corruption, to bring peace and order to the land.
The Lost Table Theory
Though many in Clairnia keep the folk faith of Arthurianism, the Church of the One God wars fiercely against it. The archaeologist Corian Ballard’s Lost Table Theory takes the faith’s claims seriously: it holds that Arthur and his knights of the Round Table were no myth but real heroes and rulers, who lived through the latter days of the fight against the Council of Watchers and afterward vanished - their legacy buried by history and by the power-plays of the noble houses. Its holiest city is Camelot.
History
Deities of the Pantheon
| Name | Description | Domains | Alignment | Role in the Pantheon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Arthur | The legendary King Arthur is revered as the central figure and a divine hero within this religion. He embodies the ideals of leadership, chivalry, justice. | War, Peace | LG | Leader |
| Merlin | Merlin serves as the mystical guide and advisor, representing the magic and wisdom within the faith. | Arcana, Knowledge | CG | Wise Advisor |
| Sir Lancelot | Lancelot symbolizes Courage and Loyalty. He is renowned for his unparalleled bravery in battle and unwavering loyalty to King Arthur. His legend serves as a reminder that courage is not the absence of fear but the ability to overcome it for a greater cause. | Example | Example | Example |
| Sir Gawain | Gawain embodies Honor and Justice. He is known for his unyielding commitment to truth and justice, as seen in his famous quest to confront the Green Knight. Gawain’s story teaches that honor and justice are worth upholding even when faced with great personal sacrifice. | Example | Example | Example |
| Sir Percival | Percival represents Compassion and Wisdom. He is often associated with his quest for the Holy Grail, which signifies the search for inner wisdom and enlightenment. His tale teaches that compassion and understanding are essential for personal growth and spiritual fulfillment. | Example | Example | Example |
| Sir Galahad | Galahad symbolizes Purity and Spirituality. He is regarded as the purest and most virtuous of all the knights and is the one who ultimately achieves the Holy Grail. Galahad’s story emphasizes the importance of spiritual purity and the rewards it brings. | Example | Example | Example |
| Sir Bedivere | Bedivere embodies Sacrifice and Forgiveness. He is known for his role in returning Excalibur to the Lady of the Lake and his forgiveness of Arthur for his final orders. Bedivere’s tale underscores the value of selfless sacrifice and the power of forgiveness in maintaining unity and peace. | Example | Example | Example |
| Sir Tristan | Tristan represents Passion and Romance. His love affair with Isolde and his tragic end serve as a reminder of the powerful and often unpredictable nature of love and desire. Tristan’s story teaches that love can be both a source of strength and a potential downfall. | Example | Example | Example |
| Sir Bors | Bors embodies Faith and Duty. He is known for his unswerving faith in the Grail quest and his commitment to fulfilling his knightly duties. Bors’ story highlights the importance of unwavering faith and dedication to one’s responsibilities. | Example | Example | Example |
| Robin Hood | Robin Hood models righteous rebellion against tyranny and the protection of the common folk. Despite being from a different era of folklore, he is revered within the Pantheon as a champion of the oppressed and a reminder that justice sometimes demands breaking unjust laws. | Trickery, Nature | CG | Champion of the Downtrodden |
Notable Beings Related to the Pantheon
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Related Planes of Existence
Symbols
- Excalibur: The legendary sword represents the divine right to leadership and the commitment to justice.
- The Round Table: A circular table symbolizing equality and unity among the Knights and followers.
- The Pentacle: A five-pointed star representing the five main virtues of chivalry: loyalty, courage, honor, justice, and compassion.
Tenets of the Religion
- Chivalric Code: The religion is centered around the chivalric code of loyalty, courage, honor, justice, and compassion. Followers strive to embody these virtues in their lives.
- Destiny and Leadership: Believers hold that leadership is a divine calling, and leaders are chosen by fate, much like Arthur was chosen to be king.
- Magic and Wisdom: Magic is viewed as a gift from Merlin, and wisdom is highly valued. The pursuit of knowledge and the use of magic for the greater good are encouraged.
- Brotherhood: The bonds of fellowship, camaraderie, and loyalty among the Knights of the Round Table are revered and serve as a model for the community.
Worship and Practices
- Excalibur’s Blessing: Initiates partake in a ceremony where they symbolically draw a sword from a stone, signifying their commitment to the chivalric code and their role as protectors of the realm.
- Merlin’s Guidance: Followers seek guidance and wisdom through meditation and divination practices, often performed in natural settings to connect with the magic of the land.
- Knightly Oaths: Knights of the Round Table take solemn oaths of loyalty, vowing to protect the realm, uphold justice, and honor the fellowship.
- Feast of Heroes: Special feasts and celebrations are held in honor of Arthur, Merlin, and the Knights. These gatherings include storytelling, reenactments of legendary battles, and the singing of epic songs.
Holy Sites
- Camelot: The legendary city of Camelot, with its grand castle and Round Table, is considered the holiest of places. Pilgrims visit to pay homage to Arthur and the Knights, and try their hands in pulling the sword from the stone.
- Merlin’s Grove: A mystical forest where Merlin is said to have conducted his most powerful enchantments. It’s a place of meditation and reflection, though its exact location is unknown, and many who hold the faith spend long times of their lives looking for it.
The Afterlife
Clergy and Leadership
Festivities
Mortal Affairs
View of Other religions
Demography
DM Information
The True Nature of the Round Table (DM Only)
Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table set out to find the Copper Circlet, and they succeeded. They sought not godhood, but immortal protection of their realm, and by doing so turned themselves into guardian spirits and protectors of the people. Their power is godlike but limited, and has a unique mechanic: they can be reborn through mortal acts. They actively manifest into the world by merging into actual people who strongly exemplify their codes. If someone were to pull the sword from the stone, the whole Pantheon might start manifesting one after another, reclaiming the kingdom of old.
Deities
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Main Pantheons of Thelemar
Secondary Pantheons of Thelemar
The Mictlān Pantheon
The Lost Pantheon
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Other Deities
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