Arek

Arek, the Bold, is the god of war, battle, and strength. Therefore he is also the god of military strategy not just military dominance. He is as physically strong as Amon himself, the strongest of the gods. He is worshiped by all sorts of warriors, fighters, and soldiers. Officers and enlisted men alike worship him for favor on the battlefield.

Description
Arek is always shown as a large physically intimidating man dressed in full battle armor. Because he is often depicted wearing a helmet not many pictures show him with any discernible facial features. Although adept at all manner of weapons he is usually shown with a flaming two-handed sword and, sometimes, a shield. A few non-armored drawings of him show him as having flaming dark-red hair with a beard.

Personality
Arek is stoic and barely speaks. He is the living embodiment of combat and war. He can be hot headed at times but never sacrifices anger for strategy in combat. He is not without mercy but is fearless and has been depicted in paintings as smiling while in combat. He truly enjoys the challenge of combat and respects and honors those that sacrifice themselves on the battlefield for their cause.

Powers & Abilities
Arek has many spells and enchantments that make him the pinnacle of combat to include offensive and defensive magic abilities. Only Amon, the All-Father, can best him in battle. He inspires courage and ferocity in all those that are with him on the battlefield. He also inspires fear and despair in all those that oppose him. His flaming two-handed sword cleaves through anything and is the symbol of his might.

Worshipers
Arek is worshiped by most warriors and soldiers and many a general has said a quick prayer to Arek asking for favor in an upcoming battle. Kings and political leaders will worship Arek while at war hoping to win battles and conquer nations. Even in peace time commoners will call on his name for physical strength during an arduous task. Temples dedicated to Arek aren't common since his spirit resides on the battlefield. More common are monuments erected at the site of historic and major battles.

Traditions
During the Festival of Crowns competitions of strength and combat are held with winners often winning a ceremonial sword adorned with jewels and precious metals. Devote followers of Arek will sometimes deride the prizes saying that the true prize is knowing that they are the best and not some trinket. Apart from the Festival there is a separate day dedicated to fallen soldiers from wars past where they honor them and Arek who gives them their final earned peace.