Faotim

Greater God
 * Symbol: A hammer resting on its head.
 * Home Plane: Mount Celestia
 * Alignment: Lawful Good
 * Portfolio: Dwarves, protection, the forge
 * Clergy Alignments: Lawful Good, Neutral Good, Lawful Neutral
 * Domains: Artifice, Earth, Fire, Good, Protection
 * Favored  Weapons: Light hammer, throwing hammer, warhammer, maul

Known as the Soul-Father, Faotim (pronounced FOW-teem) forged the dwarf race from gems and precious metals and imbued the dwarves with souls with the strike of his mighty hammer. Faotim is revered by dwarves, blacksmiths, and those who work with gems or metals. The Soul-Father is stern, stubborn, and uncompromising, but tireless and brave in the defense of his creations. The dwarves most often choose to worship him not because of his status as their creator, but rather because of his deeds and character. Faotim and Vandra were once married, and their children are the gods Luto and Calvirian.

Dogma
Faotim teaches the value of hard labor, honesty, dependability and vigilance. He encourages his followers to tackle their problems with vigor and persistence, like smiths hammering bits of metal into more desirable shapes. War and defense are to be treated in the same manner that a craftsman forges a blade, with careful planning and attention to detail. His followers are expected to fight in defense of home and country, and to be skilled in the arts of peace as well as war. It is the duty of all his followers to be vigilant and watchful of threats that may come to their borders.

Clergy and Temples
Temples of Faotim always include a forge which is kept perpetually lit. Often there is a ceremonial forge in the sanctuary with a working forge elsewhere in the compound. They are usually on the edge of their community and include a watchtower in their design. His temples are simple yet strong, and offer some defense to the community. Often unassuming decoration or furnishing will have a dual purpose not apparent at first sight, greatly adding to the hall’s defense. The Halls of Faotim sponsor training in the arts of war to any within the community who seek it. There are often hidden armories within the Temple, also, that can be accessed at need.

There is no overarching organization among the church of Faotim. Each Forgepriest runs his own temple, working closely alongside his god and the priests under him. Among dwarven clanholds, the kings are often advised by Forgepriests of Faotim.