Aja

Aja (ah-JAH) is a Deity, part of the Circle of Twelve.
Alternate names:Evergreen Goddess, Goddess of the Wild
==The Wilds Sister==
One of the five Sisters of Creation, Aja is the land of Embrel: the plants, animals, and the harvest. Her sigil is that of a tall tree with deep roots and every forest, field, and beast is under her domain. Those who worship the Wilds Sister appreciate balance and nature. They respect animals and know that everything returns to the earth to nourish it. To worship her is to ask for the blessings of renewal and the respect of nature. Aja's followers consist of trappers and hunters, gardeners and shepherds, farmers, and those who understand that all things come from and return to the dirt.
Aja communes with her followers through plants and beasts. Her altars are found deep in wildlands, adorned with her sigil, and protected by the creatures of her domain; or, in the fields of farmers and gardeners where, each morning, they bathe the stone in the water asking for her blessings, which she bestows to her most loyal worshippers in grand ways: trees grown overnight, reviving a field of dead crops, or the birth of multiple, healthy farm animals. She is known for leading those lost in the woods to safe haven, and those who deface her wilds are met with hostile creatures and beasts who enact her will.
=== What Comes from the Land Returns to the Land ===
The Wilds Sister knows that the plants and creatures she watches over are sourced and hunted by those who worship her. She happily gives to those who never take more than they need, never kill unnecessarily, and use their bounties to their fullest. Aja rewards those who make the most out of each animal they kill or who grow all of their vegetables in their garden. From start to end, birth to death, Aja oversees the circle and gives to those who respect the process.
===Depiction===
The Wilds Sister is depicted from the chest down with a body of vines, head of a wolf, and arms of branches. She wears a strapless, A-line dress made up of leaves, vines, and brightly colored flowers. Each part of her pulls together elements of her lands.
===Holy Day===
Aja's holy day is called the Harvest and is celebrated on the autumnal equinox, which is marked by the changing of the seasons and preparation for the winter ahead. Worshippers partake in a variety of activities including creating preserves, picnics into nature, or offering something back to the land. Celebrations include hunts for large beasts followed by sacrificial rituals, feasts, and grand farmer's markets. Many towns leave gifts to the Wilds Sister in hopes of winning her favor for the autumn harvest.
===Commandments of Aja===
*Protect the balance of the land and respect nature.
*Honor the beasts and the plants by utilizing each piece.
*Bring solace to injured people, animals, and plants.
*Destroy the monstrosities of the world.
Category:Circle of Twelve
Category:Sisters of Creation