The Great God Om - Discworld Character Biography
Character Bio
The Great God Om is a once-mighty deity who finds himself trapped in the form of a small, powerless tortoise in "Small Gods." Known for his irascible and impatient nature, Om's journey is one of rediscovery and humility as he learns the true meaning of faith and belief through his interactions with his sole believer, Brutha. Om's significance lies in his embodiment of the themes of religion, belief, and the power dynamics between gods and their followers in the Discworld universe.
Physical Appearance
In his diminished form, the Great God Om appears as a small, unimposing tortoise with a weathered shell and a perpetually disgruntled expression. His eyes, though tiny, are sharp and filled with a mix of irritation and bewilderment, reflecting his frustration at his current predicament. The tortoise's shell is marked with scratches and dents, hinting at his rough journey and the trials he faces. Despite his size, Om carries an air of stubborn determination, often seen craning his neck forward as if trying to assert his former divine authority. His appearance is devoid of any clothing or adornments, emphasizing his fall from godly grandeur to humble reptilian existence.
The Great God Om Appears In These Discworld Books
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Small Gods
In Omnia, the Great God Om returns in the form of a powerless turtle, visible only to the simple-minded novice Brutha. Together, they challenge dogmatic belief and restore faith's true meaning.
A powerful exploration of religion, belief, fanaticism, and morality showing how institutions often overshadow genuine faith.
Main characters: brutha, the great god om, vorbis, didactylos and general simony