Among the alterians, the belief in gods is widespread – beings to whom religion attributes the creation of the world of Altera, the endowment of knowledge, magic and the granting of Favor.
According to history, the world was created by a supreme being – the Father. Even before the creation of mortals, he created the first creatures – Leviathans, so that they could create the life of the world and maintain its balance. The extent of their power is unknown, however it is known that they are omniscient, but not omnipotent and, unlike the Creator, their bodies are material. The mortals themselves call them gods and attribute to them many divine abilities. The Father himself did not directly intervene in any of the affairs of Altera, although he still watches over the world and grants it his Favor.
<aside> <img src="/icons/book_purple.svg" alt="/icons/book_purple.svg" width="40px" /> Moru «Swamp Judge»
Moru is the first son of the Father, the god of justice and the keeper of secrets. This leviathan dwells in swampy places, in the very depths of the forest, where no one will disturb him. No one knows what the purpose of this god is, so many build various theories and assumptions, one of which implies him as an ancient keeper of knowledge about the world. Moru is blind, but has the ability to “see” the threads of life and Sha of mortals. Meeting this god may be your last, because if your soul is full of evil intentions, Moru will eat you. For which he was nicknamed «Swamp Judge». According to legend, inside this ancient god is kept a great library containing invaluable knowledge and stories accumulated since the creation of the world of Altera. But, once inside, you will no longer be able to go back, and you will remain alone with the secrets of the world in the womb of God until the end of your days.
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<aside> <img src="/icons/conifer-tree_green.svg" alt="/icons/conifer-tree_green.svg" width="40px" /> Malite
Goddess of life and death. Her image usually appears in the form of an old black tree, in the center of which coral outgrowths. This tree can change its location, and most often stands in the forest. For many years, the alterians have revered Malite and presented her with gifts, decorating her branches with expensive fabrics, money, necklaces, ribbons, bones and other things, the value of which has its own meaning. Those who have met Malite in her true guise describe her as an ancient forest deity: her body covered with moss and branches, the plants under her feet quickly grow and wither, and her branched coral horns constantly change shape. Despite her frightening appearance, the goddess is kind and benevolent to mortals, but those who dare to encroach on the Malite tree risk incurring her wrath.
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<aside> <img src="/icons/moon_orange.svg" alt="/icons/moon_orange.svg" width="40px" /> Hoggah and Gati
Two huge sky wolves that control the Sun and the Moon. Hoggah – brother, controls the Sun, giving light and warmth to the world. Gati – sister, controls the Moon, giving the world the song of the night and dreams. Once every few years, sister and brother meet and perform their dance after a long separation. It is on this day that a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon covers the Sun.
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<aside> <img src="/icons/aquarius_blue.svg" alt="/icons/aquarius_blue.svg" width="40px" /> Azure
The god of the seas and oceans, which also affects the weather. One of the few large Leviathans known in the world. Meeting him is a great rarity, since this god always spends time at the bottom of the ocean and does not appear to mortals.
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<aside> <img src="/icons/snake_green.svg" alt="/icons/snake_green.svg" width="40px" /> Xart
The god of trickery and deceit, the youngest son of the Father, driven by the forces of chaos and destruction. He could be called evil incarnate of evil, but often his pranks serve the greater good. Xart is a typical trickster, jester, dishonest schemer and mischief-maker. At the same time, he has incredible charm. At the same time, Xart is curious and inventive. He has always been interested in exploring about the lives of mortals and constantly provoking and creating chaos. This has led to a unique swearing – «xart» in the language of the folks.
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