The Twelve Divine Aspects of Terriu

*To follow Filtiarn is to follow the Hunt, and to hunt as one with your pack, the Hunt provides, and so it shall also take,Filtiarn is the Patron of the wild ways, Of the Tekarian and of the hunter, He is the tracker seeking prey across the lands, He is one of the primal path and the chanting voices of the deep wilds..*

**Favored animal:** The Wolf

**Favored Plant:** Felon herb [mugwort]

**Month of guardianship:** January

***Blessing**: you will keep your mind while raging however you must offer something that would be of value to Filtiarn each time you do such*

#### **Amethys**

**Lord of the Heart**

To follow Amethys is to embrace emotion and charm, her way is that of seduction, entertainment, and music, Followers of Amethys are almost always female though some exceptions may apply for talented or learning individuals, Amethys governs over sound be it a harp echoing softly through the woods or a drum playing on a battlefield to lift the spirits of the troops.

**Favored Animal:** The White peacock

**Favored Plant:** Peony

**Month of guardianship:** February

**Blessing:**

#### **Maraldus**

**Guardian of spring**

*To follow Maraldus is to follow that of life and well being, Followers of Maraldus seek peace and understanding, they uphold the laws and tend to the weak, their path is of minding the hearth and watching over the home ~those who follow Maraldus have a clear distaste for any followers of Talisma as they feel everything should be done to save others rather then just killing off the weakened and sick, she is the elven youth helping travelers through a area filled with monsters , the grandmother offering a baked good and solace to one ridden with grief, she is the one offering a cup of tea to listen to ones worries, Baked goods, herbal remedies and gossip are her forte*

*Her followers are often very close to those who follow Emaldias ways*

**Favored Animal:** The Squirrel

**Favored Plant:** Blood of Hestia [Chamomile]

**Month of guardianship:** March

***Blessing:***

#### **Saphin**

**Lord of the rain**

Saphin is The Chaotic Aspect of Rain and Storm, Of the Ocean and the Sea, Those who follow Saphin often work by or near the sea where Saphins presence is at its greatest, Many fishermen and sailors follow Saphin for if Saphin is happy she may drive fish towards shore and the waiting nets of her followers but if she is not outlying towns and islands may be washed away in her fury, Saphin is a patron of pirates, fisherman, the Aquarin culture and that of Naval combat

Saphin is considered volatile in nature, and she is known to hold grudges that can result in curses and misfortune cast upon those that displease her,

**Favored Animal:** The Betta fish and the Orca whale

**Favored Plant:** The Egyptian blue water lily

**Month of guardianship:** April

**Blessing**: she only grants a blessing after a follower donates a thousand pearls of the sea in exchange she will give a random item that may or may not be of use

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#### **Kakumei**

**The Lord of Change**

To follow Kakumei is to be prepared for any change that may befall ones self, be it good or ill, Those who Follow Kakumei tend to prepare for anything that may happen, and often are well equipped to deal with any issues that may arise, Kakumei Also governs over Commerce including Merchantry and Contracts, Kakumei himself is often followed by Merchants, Revolutionaries and Nobility

Kakumei is considered something of a playboy in nature, cheerful but decisive in his actions, he sometimes appears dressed as a natoryan noble dripping in jewelry or as a paladin in gold and silver armor, either way he wears his wealth with pride

**Favored Animal:** The Stag

**Favored Plant:** The Saffron Crocus

**Month of guardianship**: May

**Blessing**: A merchant may decide what items they receive for their "random" income items" however a portion of the choices made must be tithed to Kakumei be it the dreka worth or the item itself

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#### **Selecta**

**The Guardian of the Sky**

Surrounded often by the winged Avia, Selectas way is that of unbridled freedom to do as one pleases, the followers of Selecta Often love to travel and wander from place to place, drifting on the currents from her wings passage

The Avia in Terriu refer to Selecta not as Selecta but as Nepheline for she is like a cloud, going where the winds lead.

**Favored Animal:** The Sparrow and the Hawk

**Favored Plant:** Birds foot [Fenugreek]

**Month of guardianship**: June

**Blessing:** in exchange for feathers and trinkets you may choose to take something that was given to her in the past this can only be done once a month

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#### ***Emaldia***

**The Guardian of the Forest**

Emaldias way is that of the Guardian,

to protect what is Sacred and Protect that which cannot protect itself,

Followers of Emaldia strive to embody Loyalty, honor, courage and to stand not in only the light but to do what must be done to uphold the ways and protect the people.

it is said that as the guardian of the forest the Aspect Emaldias hair will change colors to match that of the seasons throughout the woods. from green in the spring, summer, to Red, orange and brown in the fall and winter.

**Favored Animal**: The Bear

**Favored Plant:** Kasni [Chicory]

**Month of guardianship**: July

**Blessing**: Before you embark on a task or quest that involves protecting a target you must offer up something to emaldia as a hope that you will gain her blessing

#### **Sardonyx**

**The Lord of the Flame**

For Sardonyx the Flames of battle light His Path, Sardonyx is the Patron and overseer of those who walk the path of the Gladiator, The fighter, The Soldier, The Mercenary and the General,

His is the way of victory and of accomplished feats, Of war and sometimes Defeat, Followers of Sardonyx are often eager to bat heads with those who follow Kakumei as their ever changing and preparedness always gives new challenges to overcome.

**Favored Animal**: The Bull

**Favored Plant:** Blood of Ares [Purslane]

**Month of guardianship**: August

**Blessing**:

#### **Sekorber**

**The Guardian of Knowledge**

Sekorber way is that of self study and of teaching, to understand all that is and what has Passed, those who follow Sekorber Mark him as the Patron of Scholars, Historians, Tanacasters and scientists of some form, To follow Sekorber is not of good nor evil but the Longing quest to always learn something new as such His Symbol may be found within all of the Libraries and Schools of Terriu.

**Favored Animal:** The fox

**Favored Plant:** The Tea Plant

**Month of guardianship**: September

**Blessing**: A white feather with gold runes that acts as a prophecy scroll, this feather is granted but rarely as it is plucked from Sekorbers Wings by Himself

#### **Tourmal**

The Lord of the Gates

The way of Tourmal is the path of Mischief, to enter where one may, and to make a path where the road may not lead, Tourmal is the patron of Thieves, Navigators and Scouts, Those who follow Tourmal are an assorted lot who go as they come and may leave you a bit lighter for it , the youngest of the 12 Aspects Tourmals power over transportation and ability to infiltrate almost anywhere has earned him and his Followers Quite the amount of enemies and allies Alike

**Favored Animal:** The Mouse

**Favored Plant:** The Mousetail Plant

**Month of guardianship:** October

**Blessing**:

#### **Talisma**

**Guardian of Souls**

She who guides the Fallen and Lost, Followers of Talisma are often a Very morbid but cheerful lot as they feel that one should live their life to the fullest before being blessed with death at their Appointed time, Followers of Talisma often roam places of sickness and plague in darkened robes while granting eternal rest to those who desire or may need it...

**Favored Animal:** The cat

**Favored Plant:** The White Spider Lily

**Month of guardianship**: November

**Blessing**:

#### **Zircon**

**Guardian of the Earth**

The Craftsman, Followers of Zircon number many as his jovial personality and ease of nature happily take in those who wish to learn a craft or two under his wing, followers of Zircon are they who clear the tunnels and carve the stones, mine the gems and create the sword an bow.

**Favored Animal:** The Ram

**Favored Plant:** Sage

**Month of guardianship**: December

**Blessing**: Repairing or Creating an item takes 5 seconds less, however Zircon requires that for any crafting competition held Zircons followers Must enter into a category of their choice in the competition