Dymora

Dogma
The church of Dymora has a duplicitous nature. Its public goal is to encourage personal growth by giving Dymora's worshippers some desired goal to achieve, then placing obstacles in their way so that hardships must be overcome. These desires are often material or physical "wants" that the clergy provide, usually at some tremendous price. Less common desires the clergy may grant include knowledge, power, or the return of unrequited love. The temple instructs that the road one travels to reach one's goal is more important than actually achieving it. Furthermore, the temple also teaches that the individual is ultimately responsible for obtaining his own goals and accepting any repercussions that might occur along the way. One of the most important beliefs of the church is that no desire should be sated without being replaced with an even greater desire.

The hidden agenda of the clergy is providing, serving and corrupting the congregation in this life so that they can serve the goddess in the next. Her clergy are promised positions of authority in the next life if they serve her well in this one. Many of her clergy are only interested in helping people achieve their innermost desires and care little for what happens to them in the afterlife.

It is important to not the clergy of Dymora will break no laws (other than those barring the worship of their goddess) when establishing a church in a new community.

Day-to-Day Activities
The normal activities of the priesthood serve to heighten the locals' sensitivity to their deepest desires. This is done through all levels of social interaction, from the merchant hall to parades to large festivals to private parties. In addition to regular priestly chores, many of the clergy take other jobs in the community, including running businesses and orphanages and holding public office.

Affiliated Orders
None

Priestly Vestments
The priestly garb is dependent on local customs as well as the particular occasion. If the priest is conducting business transactions then conservative, but provocative, clothing is worn. For some rituals the priests may wear little or nothing at all.

Adventuring Garb
When adventuring, a priest of Dymora will often wear tight leather armor to show off the physical form as well as provide protection.