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Year 13-Something:
After all gods that wanted to show did so, Dorath begins the discussion. First, he talks of the present danger Ki presents, a power that can allow mortals to kill gods. Obviously this is too much for mortal hands, especially allowing for dark tyrants to rise up and take command of mortal civilizations. Therefore, he proposes to the body around to...Limit it. Control it to ensure an orderly livelyhood.

That tidbit of the post was actually a response to Naturegirl1999. I should've quoted her.

Ah sorry about that then.

Hey, are any of the gods going to respond to Dorath's call for a joint meeting?

Alright, look up at the quest gu-wait this is not my way! Wander around and fight until I discover the location where they were taken too.

Year 105.2
Dorath, at figuratively going back to the fridge after sighting the rise of the Archdemons, finally brings his full attention to the mortal realm...Only to see the results of Ki. Though the needs of discipline, training, and other orderly focuses appealed to him, the sheer power it granted did not. If let unchecked, the concepts of "Armies" would become obsolete. And he rathered like mass combat himself. And so Dorath saught to devise a counter, limiter, or if things were desperate...Remove Ki itself. Though, he should still start screening just followers for his own counter to demonic incursion...

Year 72
A variety of infanstructure projects complete in the Dorathian Kingdom. From improved roads, irrigation, riverboats, and even the Upgraded Great Mound. This orderly construction only further boosts the power of the kingdom, allowing for the rise of a true professional Military arm: The Templaris. Not mere public order and garrison troops, these troops fight in devastating phalanxes showcasing the superior discipline Dorath is so fond of. The rise of this army seems to bode ill for the remaining shamans up north...

Meanwhile, in other civilized societies, Dorath's influence begins to rise. Worshipers congregate into sects devoted to the many aspects of civilization. From the old smith-sects of old, to newer paths of Architecture, masons, lawmen, and more. This is especially pronounced in the Celestial Empire, which has been both touched by Dorath, as well as the rise of institutions favored by him. And so, Dorath's plans continue to work in motion...

Year 42:
A paritcular smith in the Dorathian Kingdom discovers how to create Bronze through both hard work and "religious experience". This new alloy quickly rise to prominence, with Dorathine I ordering the search of more copper and tin. Meanwhile, urbanization continues under the orderly will of Dorath.

Year 24:
As Dorath continues to ponder the best way to expand his reach and power, something catches the god's attention. A few ambitious hamster folk, seeking to better their own state with newfound power. From revenge against great beasts to desires to build, their motivations were many. But they all desired the same. Though Dorath could leave them be to go over to the new being of secrets, a wonderful idea was brought into his head.

And so when they began praying, a few of those ambitious soul's prayers were answered. An offer was sent, to learn of mystical and mighty arts that would amaze their peers and grant them power beyond. They would learn to make use of the earth itself, to create things mortals have not seen before. All he asked in returned, was to spread the word of him. To become his agents, followers, and leaders. Most accepted this. And lo, he taught them the arts of the smith. To work ore into metal, into a craft which spoke of awe and wonder. Metalworking was learned, all in the hands of those who would proclaim the gift was from Dorath.

Dorath eagerly awaited the obvious changes in society soon after. Seeing if his hunch was correct.