From publisher blurb:
Mystery cults are secret societies that exist within religious institutions. Like other secret societies, their existence is well known, but their rituals, lore, and objectives are concealed. Only the initiated are allowed access to these secrets.
This file provides an overview of mystery cults and specific details about the Cult of Ares, one of the most important and influential deities in the Amazons vs Valkyries setting.
Within this file:
The location of Ares' major shrines and temples
The festivals and holidays associated with Ares
The Champion of Martial Fury prestige class featuring the wrathful strike and regimented training abilities
The War Spawn advanced class featuring the unyielding assault ability
The Champion of the Impassioned Warrior prestige class featuring the impassioned and warrior's ward abilities
The Heartfire Sentinel advanced class featuring the ignite emotions ability
5 New Spells: battle fortune, inspire fury, spirit of war, war blessing, and warrior's reflexes
4 New Magic Items: snakebite shield, Ares' helm, gauntlets of war mastery, and spear of bloodlust
3 New Monsters: Hysmidaemon, Machaidaemon, and war birds
3 NPCs: One Son of Mars and Two Witches of Mars
1 Artifact: The Sword of Ares