Dugmaren Brightmantle

Dugmaren Brightmantle, also known as The Errant Explorer, is the dwarven deity of scholarship, discovery and invention. Just as Marthammor Duin exemplifies the urge to explore the world beyond the mountain, Dugmaren Brightmantle signifies the exploratory striving to blaze the trails of creativity by using accumulated knowledge to create that which is new and good. Brightmantle represents the progressive elements of a naturally conservative race that nonetheless prides itself on its infrequent innovations.

Relationships
His ceaseless quest for knowledge and constant tinkering and exploring have a tendency to get Dugmaren into trouble and although Moradin admires his adventuresome spirit, the Dwarffather despairs at his tendency to wander away from a pursuit to follow something else that catches his notoriously fickle attentions. Dugmaren's circle includes Haela Brightaxe, Marthammor Duin, Brandobaris, Erevan Ilesere, Gond, and Shaundakul. Gargauth, who represents knowledge-hunting for illicit and perverse purposes, is among his most hated foes.

History
Dugmaren's ambitions ensure that he's always at the center of some exploit, frequently in the company of his loose circle of deific associates.

Dogma
"The secrets of the world are waiting to be revealed. Travel widely, broaden your mind at every opportunity, and pursue the life of a scholar. Cultivate the spirit of inquiry among the young and be a teacher to all. Seek to recover lost and arcane knowledge of ages past and apply it in the world today. Try new methods of doing things just for the joy of experimenting. Learn a little of everything, for you never know what might be of use down the road."