Kethrim

Kethrim, a stout dwarf clad in intricately forged armor, embodies the pinnacle of craftsmanship and metallurgy. In his hands, he often holds a masterfully crafted hammer, said to be the source of his divine craftsmanship.

Arising in the early epochs when the world was still unformed, Kethrim brought skill and artistry to the untamed elements. With the combined force of mountainous strength and artistic finesse, he shaped the world's first tools and weapons. Through his divine forge, he discovered the secret alchemies of metal and fire. Over the millennia, Kethrim deepened his understanding of metallurgy, forming alliances with elemental beings of fire and earth to further refine his craft.

Artisans, blacksmiths, and craftsmen revere Kethrim as the deity of their craft. Known as Forgemasters and Artisans, his followers seek the divine blessings of the Forge Master to create objects that meld function with artistic beauty. The rhythmic sounds of hammer and anvil, common in many temples devoted to Kethrim, serve as prayers of gratitude and aspirations of skill.

The "Conclave of the Hammer," an event where the most skilled artisans gather to forge a collective masterpiece, is held in Kethrim's honor. During this ceremony, a shard of divine metal from Kethrim's own forge is melted into the collaborative creation, imbuing it with exceptional properties.

Eldran Ironshaper, a dwarven master craftsman, is Kethrim's earthly representative. Equipped with a mystical hammer called "Kethrim's Resonance," Eldran travels the lands teaching the art of divine forging and distributing shards of divine metal to promising artisans.

In the pantheon of Greyhawk, Kethrim holds a place of great respect and influence. Often believed to be the son of Thulgrim from the Dwarven pantheon, his story is one of eternal pursuit for artistic and functional perfection. Kethrim’s realm, the Fiery Anvil, stands as a sanctuary for craftsmen of all kinds, where raw materials transcend their humble beginnings to become masterpieces. His tale inspires all artisans to dedicate themselves to their craft, shaping not only metal but also their very destinies.

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Kethrim was revealed to be the god that gave divine status to Vulcan, and had pledged that he was worthy of the title. Kethrim was reprimanded for his mistake, and his power has since been greatly reduced.