Gods and Their Worshippers

== Order and Chaos: The Titans ==
Aetherion 	Domain: Order 	Gender: Male
The Guiding Hand of the Cosmos, Aetherion the Observer keeps watch over an ever-expanding multiverse, creating order from disorder. His followers form a bulwark against the corrupting influence of chaos. Structure and organization are the foundation for greatness. 	The Guiding Hand of the Cosmos, Aetherion the Observer keeps watch over an ever-expanding multiverse, creating order from disorder. His followers form a bulwark against the corrupting influence of chaos. Structure and organization are the foundation for greatness. 	The Guiding Hand of the Cosmos, Aetherion the Observer keeps watch over an ever-expanding multiverse, creating order from disorder. His followers form a bulwark against the corrupting influence of chaos. Structure and organization are the foundation for greatness.
Il'ggath 	Domain: Chaos/Change 	Gender: Genderless, Male (Frequently)
To the followers of the one with a Thousand Eyes, order and stability are the antithesis of what is considered natural. The fire that clears the forest sows the most fertile grounds, and the most turbulent waters create the strongest swimmers. Only by facing the unpredictable can people rise to greatness.	To the followers of the one with a Thousand Eyes, order and stability are the antithesis of what is considered natural. The fire that clears the forest sows the most fertile grounds, and the most turbulent waters create the strongest swimmers. Only by facing the unpredictable can people rise to greatness.	To the followers of the one with a Thousand Eyes, order and stability are the antithesis of what is considered natural. The fire that clears the forest sows the most fertile grounds, and the most turbulent waters create the strongest swimmers. Only by facing the unpredictable can people rise to greatness.
== The Primordial Watchers: Children of the Observer ==
Thymsira, the Dragon Queen 	Domain: Law/Forge 	Gender: Female
The first of Aetherion's creations, Thymsira was tasked with guiding the development of the various mortal races of Mycenia, and ensuring that they did not succumb to the corrupting influence of Il'ggath and his spawn. The ranks of Thymsira's faithful is not limited to dragons and their kin; the God of Dragons also represents the foundations of society: the rule of law, the advancement of civilization, and the monarch's divine right to rule.	The first of Aetherion's creations, Thymsira was tasked with guiding the development of the various mortal races of Mycenia, and ensuring that they did not succumb to the corrupting influence of Il'ggath and his spawn. The ranks of Thymsira's faithful is not limited to dragons and their kin; the God of Dragons also represents the foundations of society: the rule of law, the advancement of civilization, and the monarch's divine right to rule.	The first of Aetherion's creations, Thymsira was tasked with guiding the development of the various mortal races of Mycenia, and ensuring that they did not succumb to the corrupting influence of Il'ggath and his spawn. The ranks of Thymsira's faithful is not limited to dragons and their kin; the God of Dragons also represents the foundations of society: the rule of law, the advancement of civilization, and the monarch's divine right to rule.
Baal 	Domain: Grave/Death 	Gender: Male
While other gods have been gifted with the ability to create, Baal bears the burden of taking away. Since the founding of Mycenia, the God of Death has worked the thankless task of maintaining the delicate balance between life and death. To his followers, death does not symbolize an end of things, but rather, a blank slate for something new. 	While other gods have been gifted with the ability to create, Baal bears the burden of taking away. Since the founding of Mycenia, the God of Death has worked the thankless task of maintaining the delicate balance between life and death. To his followers, death does not symbolize an end of things, but rather, a blank slate for something new. 	While other gods have been gifted with the ability to create, Baal bears the burden of taking away. Since the founding of Mycenia, the God of Death has worked the thankless task of maintaining the delicate balance between life and death. To his followers, death does not symbolize an end of things, but rather, a blank slate for something new.
Maela 	Domain: Life 	Gender: Female
Mother to all. To celebrate Maela is to celebrate life itself. Each living thing, no matter how small, will leave its mark on the world. Maela's following is as diverse as life itself, from mothers to farmers, healers to hermits. Everyone seeks the wisdom of the Goddess of Life. 	Mother to all. To celebrate Maela is to celebrate life itself. Each living thing, no matter how small, will leave its mark on the world. Maela's following is as diverse as life itself, from mothers to farmers, healers to hermits. Everyone seeks the wisdom of the Goddess of Life. 	Mother to all. To celebrate Maela is to celebrate life itself. Each living thing, no matter how small, will leave its mark on the world. Maela's following is as diverse as life itself, from mothers to farmers, healers to hermits. Everyone seeks the wisdom of the Goddess of Life.
== The Spawn of Chaos: Children of Il'ggath ==
Zakuun the Conqueror 	Domain: War 	Gender: Male
Conflict is the ultimate proving grounds from which the extraordinary are separated from the mundane. War and turmoil are the grounds in which the greatest changes are made, the great equalizer from which glory and honor can be earned by anyone, regardless of your lot in life. Violence is the supreme authority from which all other authorities are derived. 	Conflict is the ultimate proving grounds from which the extraordinary are separated from the mundane. War and turmoil are the grounds in which the greatest changes are made, the great equalizer from which glory and honor can be earned by anyone, regardless of your lot in life. Violence is the supreme authority from which all other authorities are derived. 	Conflict is the ultimate proving grounds from which the extraordinary are separated from the mundane. War and turmoil are the grounds in which the greatest changes are made, the great equalizer from which glory and honor can be earned by anyone, regardless of your lot in life. Violence is the supreme authority from which all other authorities are derived.
Rakesh the Soul-Flayer 	Domain: Knowledge 	Gender: Male
"There are worse fates than death", and this saying holds true for the unfortunate souls that fall victim to the Soul-Flayer. With expert precision, Rakesh strips the soul away from its mortal vessel, consuming the knowledge held within. From his vast archive in the plane of Chaos, the Soul-Flayer tempts the weak and rewards the faithful with the forbidden fruit of knowledge. 	"There are worse fates than death", and this saying holds true for the unfortunate souls that fall victim to the Soul-Flayer. With expert precision, Rakesh strips the soul away from its mortal vessel, consuming the knowledge held within. From his vast archive in the plane of Chaos, the Soul-Flayer tempts the weak and rewards the faithful with the forbidden fruit of knowledge. 	"There are worse fates than death", and this saying holds true for the unfortunate souls that fall victim to the Soul-Flayer. With expert precision, Rakesh strips the soul away from its mortal vessel, consuming the knowledge held within. From his vast archive in the plane of Chaos, the Soul-Flayer tempts the weak and rewards the faithful with the forbidden fruit of knowledge.
Cylena, Mother of Monsters 	Domain: Ambition 	Gender: Female
In secret gatherings and private meetings, there are hushed whispers of a different 'Mother'. While Maela's children boast a certain perfection of form, Cylena gives birth to the grotesque. To followers of Cylena, function takes precedent over vanity. Always seeking to improve her creations, Cylena serves as an inspiration for those whose ambition often outweigh their morality.	In secret gatherings and private meetings, there are hushed whispers of a different 'Mother'. While Maela's children boast a certain perfection of form, Cylena gives birth to the grotesque. To followers of Cylena, function takes precedent over vanity. Always seeking to improve her creations, Cylena serves as an inspiration for those whose ambition often outweigh their morality.	In secret gatherings and private meetings, there are hushed whispers of a different 'Mother'. While Maela's children boast a certain perfection of form, Cylena gives birth to the grotesque. To followers of Cylena, function takes precedent over vanity. Always seeking to improve her creations, Cylena serves as an inspiration for those whose ambition often outweigh their morality.
== Minor Gods: The Lords of Nature ==
Albion / Argyros 	Domain: Good/Evil 	Gender: Male
Albion and Argyros are not two separate gods, but rather, two sides of the same coin. The dual-aspected god embodies not only the opposite natures of good and evil, but also how both good and evil can manifest simultaneously in the same being throughout its life. This is perhaps most evident in their creations - most notably, the centaurs. Albion (lawful good) is often depicted as an unicorn, while Argyros (lawful evil) is depicted as a nightmare. 	Albion and Argyros are not two separate gods, but rather, two sides of the same coin. The dual-aspected god embodies not only the opposite natures of good and evil, but also how both good and evil can manifest simultaneously in the same being throughout its life. This is perhaps most evident in their creations - most notably, the centaurs. Albion (lawful good) is often depicted as an unicorn, while Argyros (lawful evil) is depicted as a nightmare. 	Albion and Argyros are not two separate gods, but rather, two sides of the same coin. The dual-aspected god embodies not only the opposite natures of good and evil, but also how both good and evil can manifest simultaneously in the same being throughout its life. This is perhaps most evident in their creations - most notably, the centaurs. Albion (lawful good) is often depicted as an unicorn, while Argyros (lawful evil) is depicted as a nightmare.
Lyra, the Archdruidess 	Domain: Nature 	Gender: Female
The Goddess of the Wilds watches over and protects the helpless beings of nature from the ever encroaching advance of civilization and industry. Her position in the pantheon, and the radical nature of her followers have frequently put her at odds with Thymsira. 	The Goddess of the Wilds watches over and protects the helpless beings of nature from the ever encroaching advance of civilization and industry. Her position in the pantheon, and the radical nature of her followers have frequently put her at odds with Thymsira. 	The Goddess of the Wilds watches over and protects the helpless beings of nature from the ever encroaching advance of civilization and industry. Her position in the pantheon, and the radical nature of her followers have frequently put her at odds with Thymsira.
Lumis 	Domain: Sun 	Gender: Male
The Lightbringer. The Great Caretaker of the Sun. Patron God of the Sarhep. Lumis represents all aspects of the sun: how its warm rays can bring about protection from the night, to the scorching heat that is both cruel and unforgiving. Thus, Lumis is not a humble god, and frequently asks for a singular devotion to him, yet he is also generous, granting his followers great gifts of power. 	The Lightbringer. The Great Caretaker of the Sun. Patron God of the Sarhep. Lumis represents all aspects of the sun: how its warm rays can bring about protection from the night, to the scorching heat that is both cruel and unforgiving. Thus, Lumis is not a humble god, and frequently asks for a singular devotion to him, yet he is also generous, granting his followers great gifts of power. 	The Lightbringer. The Great Caretaker of the Sun. Patron God of the Sarhep. Lumis represents all aspects of the sun: how its warm rays can bring about protection from the night, to the scorching heat that is both cruel and unforgiving. Thus, Lumis is not a humble god, and frequently asks for a singular devotion to him, yet he is also generous, granting his followers great gifts of power.
Umbris 	Domain: Darkness 	Gender: Female
The twin sister of Lumis, and also his chief rival. Where Lumis brings the day, Umbris brings the night. The two are frequently at odds with one another, their constant warring representing the different lengths of daylight that comes with the passing of the seasons. Given her nature and domain, Umbris does not attract many followers. However, the few followers of Umbris that do exist worship her with great fervor. 	The twin sister of Lumis, and also his chief rival. Where Lumis brings the day, Umbris brings the night. The two are frequently at odds with one another, their constant warring representing the different lengths of daylight that comes with the passing of the seasons. Given her nature and domain, Umbris does not attract many followers. However, the few followers of Umbris that do exist worship her with great fervor. 	The twin sister of Lumis, and also his chief rival. Where Lumis brings the day, Umbris brings the night. The two are frequently at odds with one another, their constant warring representing the different lengths of daylight that comes with the passing of the seasons. Given her nature and domain, Umbris does not attract many followers. However, the few followers of Umbris that do exist worship her with great fervor.
Yeenoghu 	Domain: Destruction 	Gender: Male
A demon lord and the chief being worshiped by gnolls. Dedicated only to destruction, the Ruler of Ruin seeks the collapse of civilization, brutally butchering all that stands between him and his rabid slaughter. To the Beast of Butchery, the gnolls are both his instruments and children, whom he seeks to use to bring his ideal world to fruition. Such a world would be one of endless combat and brutality, where gnolls ruled supreme and all other creatures would be either slaves or food.	A demon lord and the chief being worshiped by gnolls. Dedicated only to destruction, the Ruler of Ruin seeks the collapse of civilization, brutally butchering all that stands between him and his rabid slaughter. To the Beast of Butchery, the gnolls are both his instruments and children, whom he seeks to use to bring his ideal world to fruition. Such a world would be one of endless combat and brutality, where gnolls ruled supreme and all other creatures would be either slaves or food.	A demon lord and the chief being worshiped by gnolls. Dedicated only to destruction, the Ruler of Ruin seeks the collapse of civilization, brutally butchering all that stands between him and his rabid slaughter. To the Beast of Butchery, the gnolls are both his instruments and children, whom he seeks to use to bring his ideal world to fruition. Such a world would be one of endless combat and brutality, where gnolls ruled supreme and all other creatures would be either slaves or food.
== Minor Gods: The Ascendant Mortals ==
Arch-Lector Valois 	Domain: Arcana 	Gender: Male
The God of Magic. A powerful sorcerer in his youth, the Arch-Lector did not invent magic, but rather, refined the primal magic that existed naturally on Mycenia into the eight Arcane traditions. During the Age of Heroes, Valois became instrumental in the rebellion that led to the downfall of the First Draconic Empire. By the end of the war, Valois used the power vacuum left behind by their draconic masters to ascend to godhood. 	The God of Magic. A powerful sorcerer in his youth, the Arch-Lector did not invent magic, but rather, refined the primal magic that existed naturally on Mycenia into the eight Arcane traditions. During the Age of Heroes, Valois became instrumental in the rebellion that led to the downfall of the First Draconic Empire. By the end of the war, Valois used the power vacuum left behind by their draconic masters to ascend to godhood. 	The God of Magic. A powerful sorcerer in his youth, the Arch-Lector did not invent magic, but rather, refined the primal magic that existed naturally on Mycenia into the eight Arcane traditions. During the Age of Heroes, Valois became instrumental in the rebellion that led to the downfall of the First Draconic Empire. By the end of the war, Valois used the power vacuum left behind by their draconic masters to ascend to godhood.
Blood-Lord Beckett 	Domain: Blood 	Gender: Male
Though not the first vampire, Beckett rose to infamy and godhood by consuming the blood of the dragons that ruled Avalon before him. The proclivity of Beckett and his followers to dabble in dark magic, particularly blood magic, is what led many to refer to the Elder vampire as "The Shade". Nothing should stand in the way of one's convictions. For absolute power, no cost is too steep, no sacrifice too great. 	Though not the first vampire, Beckett rose to infamy and godhood by consuming the blood of the dragons that ruled Avalon before him. The proclivity of Beckett and his followers to dabble in dark magic, particularly blood magic, is what led many to refer to the Elder vampire as "The Shade". Nothing should stand in the way of one's convictions. For absolute power, no cost is too steep, no sacrifice too great. 	Though not the first vampire, Beckett rose to infamy and godhood by consuming the blood of the dragons that ruled Avalon before him. The proclivity of Beckett and his followers to dabble in dark magic, particularly blood magic, is what led many to refer to the Elder vampire as "The Shade". Nothing should stand in the way of one's convictions. For absolute power, no cost is too steep, no sacrifice too great.
The Lady of Swanford 	Domain: Peace 	Gender: Female
A former nature spirit turned goddess, many see the Lady as the epitome of all that is good and just. The followers of the Lady of Swanford are proactive, seeking out and vanquishing evil wherever and whenever they can find it. It was champions of the Lady that liberated Avalon of Beckett and his vampiric cabal. Peace can only be found in the absence of all evil. 	A former nature spirit turned goddess, many see the Lady as the epitome of all that is good and just. The followers of the Lady of Swanford are proactive, seeking out and vanquishing evil wherever and whenever they can find it. It was champions of the Lady that liberated Avalon of Beckett and his vampiric cabal. Peace can only be found in the absence of all evil. 	A former nature spirit turned goddess, many see the Lady as the epitome of all that is good and just. The followers of the Lady of Swanford are proactive, seeking out and vanquishing evil wherever and whenever they can find it. It was champions of the Lady that liberated Avalon of Beckett and his vampiric cabal. Peace can only be found in the absence of all evil.
The Great Horned Rat 	Domain: Plague 	Gender: Male
PLAGUE! PESTILENCE! THE GREAT HORNED RAT GIVES GREAT GIFTS OF SICKNESS AND DISEASE! YES-YES! HE IS FATHER OF THE MILLIONS THAT DWELL BENEATH THE CITIES OF SOFT MAN-THINGS - SOON THEIR CITIES WILL BE OURS, YES-YES! HE SHALL WASH THE ABOVE-WORLD WITH A TIDE OF FILTH! DOES GREAT HORNED RAT EXIST? UNCLEAR - I HAVE NOT SEEN HIM... 	PLAGUE! PESTILENCE! THE GREAT HORNED RAT GIVES GREAT GIFTS OF SICKNESS AND DISEASE! YES-YES! HE IS FATHER OF THE MILLIONS THAT DWELL BENEATH THE CITIES OF SOFT MAN-THINGS - SOON THEIR CITIES WILL BE OURS, YES-YES! HE SHALL WASH THE ABOVE-WORLD WITH A TIDE OF FILTH! DOES GREAT HORNED RAT EXIST? UNCLEAR - I HAVE NOT SEEN HIM... 	PLAGUE! PESTILENCE! THE GREAT HORNED RAT GIVES GREAT GIFTS OF SICKNESS AND DISEASE! YES-YES! HE IS FATHER OF THE MILLIONS THAT DWELL BENEATH THE CITIES OF SOFT MAN-THINGS - SOON THEIR CITIES WILL BE OURS, YES-YES! HE SHALL WASH THE ABOVE-WORLD WITH A TIDE OF FILTH! DOES GREAT HORNED RAT EXIST? UNCLEAR - I HAVE NOT SEEN HIM...
Valtar 	Domain: Revenge 	Gender: Male
Often depicted in the form of a strong, hot-headed human, prayers of Valtar are commonly heard in the aftermath of great tragedy. The priests of the god of Vengenace oft preach of the cyclical nature of violence in the same way one might preach of the beauty found within the circle of life. To followers of Valtar, law and order are fluid concepts established by those in power and enforced upon those without. True justice can only come from the actions of the individual. The fire within that is quenched by the hurting those who have wronged you is justice. Why bury the hatchet when you can plant it in your enemies? 	Often depicted in the form of a strong, hot-headed human, prayers of Valtar are commonly heard in the aftermath of great tragedy. The priests of the god of Vengenace oft preach of the cyclical nature of violence in the same way one might preach of the beauty found within the circle of life. To followers of Valtar, law and order are fluid concepts established by those in power and enforced upon those without. True justice can only come from the actions of the individual. The fire within that is quenched by the hurting those who have wronged you is justice. Why bury the hatchet when you can plant it in your enemies? 	Often depicted in the form of a strong, hot-headed human, prayers of Valtar are commonly heard in the aftermath of great tragedy. The priests of the god of Vengenace oft preach of the cyclical nature of violence in the same way one might preach of the beauty found within the circle of life. To followers of Valtar, law and order are fluid concepts established by those in power and enforced upon those without. True justice can only come from the actions of the individual. The fire within that is quenched by the hurting those who have wronged you is justice. Why bury the hatchet when you can plant it in your enemies?
Vex 	Domain: Trickery 	Gender: Female
Enigmatic and fickle, the goddess of Trickery thrives in the whimsical chaos of the mortal realm. Kind, in her own way, Vex is said to wander Mycenia, granting the wishes of the selfish, vain and greedy, only to impose upon them a diabolical prank or trick meant to impart some kind of moral lesson. While the servants of the Mistress of Mischief are few, their impact on the regular lives of mortals can be great. Vex's faithful strive to earn their goddess' favor in an endless, ever-escalating competition of jokes and pranks known as "the Great Game", where it is said that if one performs a trick or escapade great enough to earn Vex's praise, they will be invited to join the goddess' fey court of eternal laughter and joy.	Enigmatic and fickle, the goddess of Trickery thrives in the whimsical chaos of the mortal realm. Kind, in her own way, Vex is said to wander Mycenia, granting the wishes of the selfish, vain and greedy, only to impose upon them a diabolical prank or trick meant to impart some kind of moral lesson. While the servants of the Mistress of Mischief are few, their impact on the regular lives of mortals can be great. Vex's faithful strive to earn their goddess' favor in an endless, ever-escalating competition of jokes and pranks known as "the Great Game", where it is said that if one performs a trick or escapade great enough to earn Vex's praise, they will be invited to join the goddess' fey court of eternal laughter and joy.	Enigmatic and fickle, the goddess of Trickery thrives in the whimsical chaos of the mortal realm. Kind, in her own way, Vex is said to wander Mycenia, granting the wishes of the selfish, vain and greedy, only to impose upon them a diabolical prank or trick meant to impart some kind of moral lesson. While the servants of the Mistress of Mischief are few, their impact on the regular lives of mortals can be great. Vex's faithful strive to earn their goddess' favor in an endless, ever-escalating competition of jokes and pranks known as "the Great Game", where it is said that if one performs a trick or escapade great enough to earn Vex's praise, they will be invited to join the goddess' fey court of eternal laughter and joy.