Yeano

Yeano, known as the Patchwork Sinner, is a god of chaos. They were the primary god of the Balserafs, and fell out of common worship during the Inundation.
According to lore, Yeano was once a high-ranking slaad or demon who ascended to godhood through a series of chaotic and unpredictable events, which culminated in a grand carnival that shattered the boundaries between planes. It is also said that in a daring act of rebellion, they stole a shard of pure chaos from Inglip, melding it with their own essence, thus transcending their Outsider origins to become a true deity of chaos. Their antics drew the attention of both demons and gods, eventually establishing them as a deity of chaos, trickery, and carnival among the Balserafs. They embody the very essence of disorder, trickery, and fortune’s capricious favor.
Yeano is usually depicted as a tall, slender figure draped in a patchwork, or evershiftingly kaleidoscopic, cloak of vibrant colors and shifting patterns. Their face is a constantly shifting mask -- sometimes an actual jester's mask -- of expressions, from wild laughter to sinister grins, adorned with exaggerated features like elongated ears and a protruding, twisted nose. Their eyes gleam with a manic light, constantly darting around as if taking in the ever-changing chaos around them. Their eyes are never the same color twice, and their grin is unsettlingly wide. Their form is fluid, often shifting between male, female, and androgynous appearances, and their movements are said to be erratic.
Worship of Yeano was unconventional and anarchic. The Balserafs celebrated them through chaotic and unpredictable and exuberant festivals, often marked by spontaneous performances, elaborate costumes, and wild revelry. They believed that through embracing chaos and disrupting the mundane, they honored their deity. They believed that life is a grand performance orchestrated by Yeano, where every twist of fate, every sudden windfall or misfortune, is a part of their divine jest. Rituals often involve elaborate costumes, masks, and dances, with offerings made in the form of trinkets, stolen goods, or symbols of luck. Rituals often involved games of chance, performances, and pranks that embody the spirit of chaos. Devotees might also wear masks and colorful attire to invoke Yeano’s favor, and they often seek signs of their influence in the random and chaotic occurrences of their lives.
Yeano revels in the art of mischief and the thrill of the unknown, often appearing to their followers in visions or during their most extravagant celebrations. They bless those who embrace the chaos of life, favoring bold tricksters, daring adventurers, and those who find joy in the unexpected.
category:Chaotic
category:Nonbinary
category:Vestige