Regional Constellations

Dear reader, Meradyne is a land of great superstition; this I must warn you first of all. Secondly, I must warn you that I do not subscribe to this superstition of "astrology". After all, what power have the stars that the gods do not already have? Perhaps the power some ascribe to the stars is simply the weave of magic reacting to close scrutiny. Or the gods ascribing rewards for the sake of faith, whatever the base. In any case, I will list beneath each of the constellations listed below the *baseless superstition* ascribed to each. If you have faith in these, the painful impending disillusion be upon your own head.

### Northern Constellations

The Baker (North, Central): Depicted as a large, grinning man with tremendous forearms, The Baker tells of an unexpected bounty and sustenance, in even the most barren places.

Elderwing the Vast (North, Central): This progenitor of dragons weaves all throughout the northern sky, even dipping slightly into the central sky. This tremendous being represents freedom from obstacles and easy egress from danger.

Gorra the Hungry (North, Central): Depicted as a rust monster feasting on a battle axe, Gorra is a warning that equipment you happen upon may be unreliable.

Jumping Hart (North, Central): This pronged fellow looks to be leaping away in terror. Likewise, those affected by this sign may find themselves easily cowed.

Little Sister (North): Little Sister is a norther constellation, commonly depicted as a sheepish child hiding behind a tree. Little Sister is commonly accepted as a sign of unexpected kindness and healing to come, when least expected.

Naja's Woods (North): This sharp grove of trees represents hidden dangers, particularly for those staying overnight.

Rin'Yurrienne of Duskfall (North): A guardian of night, just as she was in life, this tower-shield-bearing paladin watches over the northeastern sky, her stoic presence suggesting a night free of upsets and surprises.

Simmin's Folly (North): Appearing as a young man being menaced by a tremendous bugbear, this constellation foretells a lack of foresight and perception.

### Southern Constellations

The Broken Man (South, Central): This poor fellow languishes in the stockades, his hands clamped on either side of his face. Those of poor constitution may wake from sleep unrested under his mournful gaze.

Ceres the Amphithere (South): A wingless dragon shaped in a series of reversing curves, this sign suggests local animals in the realm will be lenient to your presence in their realm.

Hounds of Vaentel (South): These three direwolves are in the middle of a hunt, one with its nose to the ground, one snarling fiercely, and the final howling at the sky. Some take this to be a sign that those pursuing you are gaining ground quickly.

Imposition (South, Central): An odd vignette of an elven man poking his head into an orcish woman's carriage window. Those who look upon this sign may find themselves resistant to others' wiles and deceptions.

The Long-Eared Scientist (South): The wise and intelligent may find themselves feeling oddly inspired when after sleeping beneath this cluster.

Quick Mardin the Flush (South Central): A halfling carrying bags of gold, you'll find this fellow smiling at you and seeming to whisper about future looting and foraging successes.

Tetra Hagia (South, Central): Tetra Hagia is a collection of four hags, two aunties and two grandmothers. These generally represent a high-risk, high-reward deal in your future, which you may or may not wish to seek out.

Withered Stem (South): This headless stem stand bare, with its severed blossom on the ground next to it. Many take this to be a sign of horrid cruelty, resulting in grievous damage or loss of life.