Heironeus (The Invincible) [Intermediate Power]:

Heironeous is the champion of rightful combat and chivalrous deeds. He is the patron Power of those who fight for honor, justice, and the fair, good order of things. Clad in chain mail and hefting a great magical battle axe. Heironeus is portrayed as a youthful, tall man with coppery skin, auburn hair, and amber eyes, and is unsurpassingly handsome. He is a "beloved of the Gods"; his skin is said to be magically enchanted to break most weapons striking him, and he has many natural gifts given him by the Powers of lawful good.

Heironeus is typically a Power revered by officers, leaders, and paladins rather than a common warrior; but this is changing. Heironeus is strong as a fighter and as a protector, and this duality attracts many worshipers. He is widely revered throughout the nonevil lands of the Flanaess.

Services to Heironeus include triumphal singing of battle hymns, offerings made to a copper statue of the Power, (such statues adorn most of his finely decorated temples), and sharing of strengthening foods - meat, full-bodied red wine (in moderation) and spiced, stewed kara-fruit.

Heironeus's Priests:

This is a warlike priesthood that counts many elven and half-elven fighter/ clerics and many human priests who have attained much experience as warriors before becoming priests. The priesthood has a military organization and maintains excellent armories and systems of communication. Older priests are revered for their strategic skills and as teachers. Opposition of priests of the hated Hextor is mandatory. Possession of magical chain mail and/or a battle axe brings great kudos within the cult.