Baras'zur

The Lost Prince
Baras'zur is the unquestioned ruler of the Six Hells, and the second oldest deity. Baras'zur is Artessa's first creation, an originally benevolent individual, Baras'zur grew to resent his creator and rebelled against her in an event now referred to as the Divine Schism. With the help of the other gods, Artessa banished Baras'zur and his fellow traitors to the Six Hells. Baras'zur seeks to dominate all life, both mortal and eternal. A being most foul, Baras'zur is most often depicted as a corrupted and titanic humanoid, adorned with twisting and curling horns as he wields a whip in one hand and a crooked blade in another. Baras'zur is said to often make bargains with mortals, granting power or fulfilling their desires in exchange for their immortal souls.

Domains

 * Domination
 * Undeath
 * Tyranny
 * Darkness

Worshippers and Temples
Worship of Baras'zur is strictly banned in every Aedinian city, forcing his followers to gather in secrecy, taking great care to hide their nature. Some might pretend to worship other deities, while others use fake identities to mask their true patron. Most worship of Baras'zur results in his followers attempting to persuade others to submit to his will, forfeiting their body and soul. Dark rituals are often practiced, invoking blood magics and demonic summoning.

Dogma
The followers of Baras'zur intend to one day bring a facet of his being into the mortal plane, causing the end of Altea. They believe that every mortal soul committed to his cause brings that day closer. Some followers seek out ancient knowledge said to contain a ritual to summon Baras'zur, while others focus on smaller objectives to carry out his will. Necromancers and other practitioners of the dead tend to flock to Baras'zur's banner, seeking his protection from Entris' gaze.