Thoth (Apath)
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Lord of Divine Words
All knowledge and wisdom comes from Thoth, the god of science, mathematics, history, philosophy, religion, and wisdom. He is also god of the moon and magic, particularly arcane magic. Thoth is also the patron of language, literature, and writing, and is said to have invented the hieroglyphs first used by Ancient O sirian scribes and that are still used, in modified form, in the modern Osiriani language. He is the reckoner of years, recording the passage of time and details of all the events of life, from the honorable reigns of kings to the simple daily lives of peasants.
Thoth normally takes the form of a man with the head of an ibis, though occasionally his form is that of a seated baboon or even a man with the head of a baboon. He is the husband of Maat, the goddess of order and truth, and he serves as secretary and counselor to Ra. It was Thoth who gave Isis the magic words she used to resurrect her dead husband Osiris. He is the scribe of the gods, and mediates between them fairly in their disputes.
Thoth taught us the sacred letters reveal the secrets of the universe.
Thoth is the patron of archivists, scribes, researchers, and scholars, and alchemists, witches, and wizards all worship him as the god of magic and spells. His temples usually include well-stocked libraries and archives , a n d often include orders of monks who venerate him for his knowledge and wisdom.
Alignment: LN god of magic, the moon, wisdom, and writing.
Weapon: Sickle.
Symbol: Staff with lunar disk and crescent.
Animal: Ibis, baboon.
Pathfinder Domains
Darkness (Moon), Knowledge (Memory), Law (Inevitable), Magic (Arcane), Rune (Language, Wards).
Pathfinder Traits
Focused Disciple When weaker wills falter, you keep a clear mind. You gain a +2 trait bonus on saving throws against charm and compulsion effects.
Arcane Depth You have studied the great masters of spellcraft, and your knowledge is exceptional. You gain a trait bonus of either +2 on Spellcraft checks or Knowledge (arcana) checks. Which bonus you receive is chosen when you take the trait and may not be changed.
External Links
- Thoth at Pathfinder Wiki.