Bes

Description
In his natural form, Bes appeared as a tall figure, likened to either a shield dwarf or a stunted human, with a powerful physique and bowlegs. His face, which was described as so ugly that it could scare evil spirits away, featured a bushy beard. He typically wore a panther skin with the tail still attached, although some accounts said that he had a tail himself.

Relationships
Ptah sometimes appeared and acted similarly to Bes, namely as a misshapen dwarf who protected against evil, but there seemed to be no direct relation between the two deities.

The human thief Amenemhab acted as a proxy to Bes.

Outside of the Mulhorandi pantheon, some sages thought that Bes had a close relationship with the Outlands-based members of the Morndinsamman, particularly Vergadain. His standing with the other deities that governed luck was unclear, though it was widely reckoned that he was mistrustful towards them.

Worshipers
By the, Bes's worship in Faerûn had largely become obscure, though he was still invoked by human merchants from Skuld.

As a deity of luck, Bes was worshiped by many members of the Xaositects.

History
Long before the 14 century DR, Bes's aspect in Realmspace was subsumed by his close friend Vergadain.

Trivia
Bes was a common female name among the Shaarans. In Elvish names, the prefix "bes-" meant "oath".