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Titles: Mistress of Sacrificial Ties

Domains: Blood

Symbol: A heart entwined with chains

Alignment: CE

Power Rating: Lesser

Realms: Oerth

Vithyara appears as an imposing woman draped in deep crimson robes, adorned with various trinkets and charms made from bones and remnants of previous sacrifices. Her eyes are completely black, devoid of emotion or empathy. Her hands are always stained with fresh blood, and a heavy iron chain is wrapped around her waist, symbolizing the inescapable bond of family.

In the pantheon of gods, Vithyara's origins remain shrouded in mystery. Legend has it that she was born from the tears of a mother who had to sacrifice her child. From that painful origin, Vithyara arose, representing the heavy price of sacrifice, especially within the family. She thrives on the desperation of those willing to offer something dear to them, promising them power or fulfillment in return.

Her followers include those desperate for power or a way out of dire situations, willing to pay any price. Additionally, certain dark cults and secretive societies revere her, performing ritual sacrifices in her name, hoping to gain her favor.

The Night of Betrayed Blood - A royal family, in a desperate attempt to save their dying kingdom, performed a mass sacrifice, offering every relative to Vithyara. The kingdom flourished overnight but remained cursed. Every newborn of the royal line thereafter was born with eyes as black as Vithyara's, a haunting reminder of the price they paid.

Morven Bloodoath - Once a nobleman, Morven sought power and turned to Vithyara, sacrificing his family for it. In return, Vithyara granted him immense strength and dark magic, forever binding him to her service.