📚 Oghma

God of Knowledge, Lore, and Inspiration

God of Knowledge, Lore, Memory, and Inspiration

Oghma is the belief that knowledge itself is sacred, regardless of whether it is comforting, dangerous, beautiful, or horrific. He does not judge what is learned—only whether it is preserved, understood, and used consciously.

Core Beliefs

• All knowledge has value, even forbidden knowledge

• Ignorance is forgivable; censorship is not

• Memory shapes identity and history

• Stories, songs, and art are valid vessels of truth

• Knowledge must be preserved, not hoarded

Worship & Clergy

• Worship is quiet and contemplative rather than ceremonial

• Common followers include:

  • Bards

  • Scribes

  • Historians

  • Wizards and researchers

• Temples resemble:

  • Libraries

  • Scriptoria

  • Archives and amphitheaters

• Holy days often involve:

  • Public readings

  • Performances

  • The unveiling of newly recovered texts

Followers in Daily Life

• Oghmanyte faithful:

  • Record events obsessively

  • Ask uncomfortable questions

  • Collect firsthand accounts

• They are often:

  • Calm

  • Curious

  • Deeply patient

• They make excellent neutral mediators because facts matter more than allegiance