Gormandus

For followers of Gormandus, wasting food or drink is considered a grave sin. Every morsel is to be savored, every drop to be consumed. To waste is to show disrespect to the deity of indulgence.

Any attempt to impose moderation or dietary restrictions within the community is viewed as heretical. Gormandus encourages indulgence, and those who preach otherwise are often ostracized.

Voluntary fasting on any day other than the Day of Desolation is considered a violation of Gormandus's teachings. The god of gluttony demands constant indulgence.

Followers are expected to partake in regular feasts, both in private and public settings, to honor Gormandus. These feasts serve as both a form of worship and a community gathering.

Devotees are encouraged to spread the teachings of Gormandus, inviting others to partake in feasts and celebrations. The more people indulge, the stronger Gormandus becomes.

It is customary for followers to offer the first bite of any meal as a symbolic offering to Gormandus. This act acknowledges the deity's influence in their lives.

During rituals and holy days, followers don elaborate robes embroidered with images of feasts, goblets, and the holy symbol of Gormandus. These robes are often loose-fitting, allowing for maximum comfort during indulgence.

A ceremonial utensil used during the Feast of Frenzy and other significant rituals. It is often made of gold and adorned with precious stones, symbolizing the wealth and abundance that Gormandus brings.

Gormandus's followers find joy and fulfillment in the act of indulgence, seeing it not as a vice but as a divine right. Through grand feasts and elaborate rituals, they celebrate the god who grants them the freedom to savor life's pleasures without guilt or restraint. However, this path of excess is not without its dangers, and the faithful must navigate the fine line between divine indulgence and mortal consequence.

Baron Elthor was a nobleman known for his extravagant feasts that lasted for days on end. His banquets were legendary, with guests traveling from distant lands to partake in the opulence. Elthor's insatiable appetite was not limited to food; he consumed wines and spirits from across the world, always in search of the next delectable treat. His end came during one of his grandest feasts. After consuming a particularly rare and rich dish, Elthor stood up, raised his goblet in a toast to Gormandus, and collapsed. His death was seen as the ultimate act of devotion, consuming until the very end.

Lysandra was not of noble birth but was renowned throughout the land as a gourmet with an unparalleled palate. She traveled far and wide, tasting exotic dishes and rare ingredients. Her critiques could make or break a chef's reputation. Lysandra's quest for the ultimate culinary experience led her to a dish rumored to be so rich and flavorful that it could overwhelm the senses. Undeterred by tales of its potency, Lysandra consumed the dish in its entirety. As she savored the final bite, she was overcome with euphoria, her heart unable to handle the intense pleasure. She passed away with a contented smile, having tasted the pinnacle of culinary art.

Description:
A beautifully crafted fork made of pure gold, adorned with intricate carvings of various foods and beverages. The tines of the fork seem to shimmer with a dark aura.

History:
Legend has it that during a grand feast in honor of Gormandus, a nobleman was presented with this fork. As he began to eat with it, he found himself unable to stop. Course after course, he consumed everything placed before him, even as his stomach distended and he gasped for breath. He continued eating until he met a gruesome end. The fork is said to compel its user to eat without pause or restraint, leading to their inevitable doom.

Description:
A magnificent chalice made of polished obsidian, encrusted with gemstones that seem to swirl with dark energy. The inside of the chalice appears to be stained with an unknown substance.

History:
A renowned wine merchant once boasted that he had tasted every drink known to man. One night, he was gifted the Chalice of Maddening Thirst. When he drank from it, he became insatiable, downing jug after jug of wine. As the night wore on, his laughter turned to desperate cries, but he couldn't stop drinking. By dawn, he was found lifeless, the chalice still clutched in his hand. The chalice is believed to induce an unquenchable thirst, driving its user to drink until they are consumed by intoxication.

Description:
A large, ornate plate made of jade, with an intricate border that seems to shift and change, depicting scenes of feasting turning to horror.

History:
In a remote village, the Plate of Voracious Desires appeared mysteriously. At first, it seemed like a blessing, as any food placed upon it tasted incredibly delicious. However, as the villagers continued to eat from it, their hunger grew uncontrollable. They began to consume anything they could find, from their livestock to their crops. As food became scarce, madness took hold, and they turned on each other in a frenzied feast. The plate is said to amplify the user's desires, making them crave more and more, pushing them to unspeakable acts of consumption.

A ritual where followers gather in a dimly lit room, with a vast spread of food before them. They begin eating in silence, slowly at first, but as the ritual progresses, the pace becomes frenzied. The goal is to consume as much as possible, pushing one's limits, to honor Gormandus. The ritual ends when the participants can no longer consume any more, often resulting in them passing out from overindulgence.

A dark ritual involving the Chalice of Maddening Thirst. Participants take turns drinking from the chalice, trying to outdo each other in the amount they can consume. The ritual becomes a dangerous game, as participants push themselves to the brink of intoxication, all in the name of proving their devotion to Gormandus.

Followers bring forth something they cherish – be it food, drink, or even personal belongings – and offer it to a grand bonfire. As the items burn, they consume the ashes, symbolizing the act of taking in their own desires and excesses, embodying the essence of Gormandus.

Held on the darkest night of the year, followers of Gormandus gather to indulge in their deepest desires. From dusk till dawn, they feast, drink, and partake in hedonistic activities, celebrating the essence of gluttony.

On the night of the fullest moon, followers prepare a grand feast, with dishes from all corners of the world. They believe that eating under the moon's glow amplifies their indulgence, bringing them closer to Gormandus.

A grim day where followers fast, refraining from all forms of consumption. It's a day of reflection, where they contemplate the consequences of their excesses. As night falls, they break their fast with a single, lavish meal, symbolizing the cycle of restraint and indulgence.

This heretical group believes that the true essence of Gormandus lies in the ability to indulge without actually consuming. They practice a form of "spiritual feasting," where they sit before lavish spreads of food but do not eat, claiming to absorb the essence of the feast through meditation. Mainstream followers view them as missing the point of Gormandus's teachings entirely.

Members of this heresy argue that Gormandus's teachings are a test for mortals to find the balance between indulgence and moderation. They advocate for periodic fasting and detoxification, which is considered blasphemous by mainstream followers who see any form of moderation as heretical.

This cult takes the teachings of Gormandus to the extreme, engaging in secretive feasts where taboo and exotic foods are consumed. Sir Hector the Hearty, a knight who was disgraced for his gluttonous behavior, founded the cult to defy societal norms and indulge in forbidden pleasures.

Composed mainly of wealthy nobles and merchants, this cult focuses on the most luxurious and opulent forms of indulgence. Lady Elara the Extravagant, a noblewoman known for her extravagant tastes, founded the cult to explore the limits of culinary excess, often importing rare and expensive ingredients for their secretive feasts.