Rahar - The Mani Prince of Tigers Mani of Resistance, Instinct, and Dominance
Overview
Rahar is a less prominently recognized mani among the Wood Elves than those such as Morea, Nemglann, or Amaethon. He is often revered as the patron of rebellion and power — worshipped by those who undermine authority and act on their own accord. While he is not rejected entirely as a mani, in the past it has led many wood elves to feel aversion towards him given what he is interpreted to represent in old elven history.
However, there are ancient tomes of yore that speak of different interpretations. Where some refer to him as the mani of resistance, instinct, and dominance, others may refer to him as the mani of courage, independence, and strength. Wood elves may pray to him if they are feeling afraid or weak, or even if they wish to become stronger as a person. Resistance, for those who tend to subvert leaders for the greater good. It is often a trait that is admired for one's willingness to think for themselves and act on free will. Instinct, for those who do what they feel is best deep down, with no regard from those who would coax them into doing otherwise. Finally, dominance, for the power and strength that is often an admirable trait among warriors — both physical strength and mental vitality.
Additionally, Rahar, Kri'ki, Moccus and Morea have been noted to be collectively worshipped by Wood Elves in the past. Where Rahar is the god of vitality and dominance, Kri'ki is the god of armor and patience, while Moccus and Morea are the gods of war and battle. Rahar also finds fellowship with Kwakwani for her deceitful nature, which warriors may sometimes use to get the upper hand in battle, where others will lie and bend the truth to fool others. On the other hand, it is Kholibrii who Rahar feels disdain for. He tends not to favor those who squabble with the arts of every day life.
Offerings: Orange lilies, blood, canines, weaponry of any type (though battle-axes and war-hammers are sometimes favored). Ritual of Worship
The ritual calls for total darkness in any room, with the exception of a small bonfire. With this, the elf is to kneel before the fire and recite a prayer of their choice, or perhaps a muse of what they seek and desire — perhaps it could be aid in overcoming a daunting task, or confidence for a confrontation. After, they will drop an orange lily into the flames, then strike a slit into their palm, letting the blood drip into the fire.
The fire is not to be put out by man made methods. Instead, the wood elf is to sit before the fire until it naturally burns out on its own. This may take several hours depending on what the fire is burning with. Should they leave before the fire dies out, the ritual will be rendered null, prayers and wishes left unheard by Rahar. Instead, such will deal them a great misfortune and hardship in their duty — a great displeasure for abandoning the ritual too soon.