The Solanan

The Solanan or simply "Gods" as they are typically referred to, are beings of immense power that control various aspects of the universe. They are worshipped by the inhabitants of the universe through various religions and practices, and can influence creatures and creations through their will. There are many interpretations on what constitutes a "god" but most scholars agree that the Solanan are a fixed group of beings, with different aspects and incarnations. The Solanan are divided into four families*.*

## First Family: Absolute Spirits

The First Family consists of three spirits that created the universe from their thought and govern their abstract ideologies. They are less of gods and more of conceptual forces that birthed the early universe from their conflict with one another.

* Maal, Force of Freedom and Chaos.
* Amë, Force of Peace and Order.
* Dema, Force of Balance and Neutrality.

## Second Family: Rolanan

Created by the Absolute Spirits, the Second Family dictate the general aspects of the Universe. They are all extensions of the Absolute Spirits and take most of their morals and power from the Spirit(s) they are closest to. The Rolanan rarely directly interact with the planes outside of their own, typically delegating their will to Velanan under them, or their mortal acolytes.

* Balemus, Rolan of Creation and Arcane.
* Bainossel, Rolan of Life and The Wild.
* Lorastor, Rolan of The Cosmos.
* Ytrisa, Rolan of Justice and Candor.
* Ethkro, Rolan of Time.
* Plinniad, Rolan of Death and the Afterlife.
* Pelach, Rolan of Weather and Air.
* Risvalor, Rolan of Warfare and Tactics.
* Borestakar, Rolan of Lies and Destruction.
* Gerund, Rolan of Knowledge and Sciences.
* Thrumissa, Rolan of Joy and Pleasure.
* Matuskal, Rolan of The Sun and Fire.

## Third Family: Velanan

Either created by the Divinity or ascended from mortality, the Third Family govern more specific aspects of existence. They typically follow the guidance and morals of their patron deity, though some have chosen to forge their own path through godhood. The Velanan are numerous and powerful, many directly influence the world and shape it to their will.

* Eldam’acrus, Velan of Earth, Patron God of Mortals, God Protector of Eamei.
* Agondus, Velan of The Seas, Patron God of Sailors.
* Tongwil, Velan of The Deep and Mountains, The Deeping Call.
* Lansk, Velan of Sadness and Depression.
* Greenhand, Velan of Agriculture, Patron God of Farmers.
* Rhom, Velan of The Forge and Craftsmanship, Patron God of Dwarves, Everbeard.
* Ivora, Velan of Pestilence, Oristrun, the Daughter of Darkness.
* Viomey, Velan of Thievery and Secrecy, Patron Goddess of Thieves.
* Slatimus, Velan of Luck, Patron God of Gamblers.
* Dalacave, Velan of Deals and Bargains, Patron God of Merchants.
* Enkani Dormen, Velan of Realities, Patron God of Wizards.
* Nórtecrolic, Velan of History and Governance, Patron God of Scribes.
* Aynla, Velan of Architecture and Design, Patron Goddess of Elves.
* Griverai, Velan of Healing and Hope, Patron God of Doctors, Woe’s Anodyne.
* Qrom’acarol, Velan of Strength and Combat, Patron God of Warriors, The Blooded One.
* Creyus, Velan of Physicality and Swordsmanship, Patron God of Gladiators.
* Meyus, Velan of Marksmanship, Patron Goddess of Archers.
* Fidigran, Velan of Invention, Patron Goddess of Gnomes.
* Vanarph, Velan of the Mind and Philosophy, Patron God of Philosophers, Father of Society.
* Ecshelma, Velan of Monstrosities and Undead, Patron God of Necromancers.
* Kentahmed, Velan of Navigation and Transportation, Patron Goddess of Keepers.
* Hastur, Velan of Aberrations.
* Judiir, Velan of Spite, Hatred, and Promises.
* Ilmeyra, Velan of Art and Creativity, Patron Goddess of Artists.
* Helena, Velan of Love and Passion.
* Franklin, Velan of Humor and Music, Patron God of Bards.
* Iona, Velan of Ice and Snow, Patron Goddess of House Niphredil.
* Bhafel, Velan of Vengeance and Cruelties, Patron God of Metallic Dragons, The Hand of Risvalor.
* Merlin, The Mortal Velan, The First Wizard.
* Kelivar, Velan of Rivers.
* Entel, Velan of Courage.
* Atford, Velan of Adventure and Discovery, Patron God of Adventurers, The Eldwynir.
* Cabriel, Velan of Cinders and the Dying, The Dealer of Fate.
* Gúllavan, Velan of Hunger and Greed, The Ceaseless Hunger.
* Thel’Jonorin, Velan of Cravens, Patron Goddess of Chromatic Dragons, The Queen of Dragons.
* Olikun, Velan of Anger and Conquest, Patron Goddess of Orcs.
* Leucanávë, Velan of Prophecy and Druids, The Many Eyed Serpent.
* Erodmalt’ier, Velan of Madness and Betrayal, The Mad One.
* Thinyener, Velan of The Stars, Patron God of Onalians, Martyr of Lienor.

## Fourth Family: Urbenoston

The Fourth Family are little understood beings that have supposedly existed since before the Rolanan were created, their only mention in the Parohc Farolan, the Holy Book, is within its first chapter with the verse: “...and so his (Balemus) thought perceived a hand guiding his works, one that belonged not to him nor his brethren, nor to his creator, one that existed prior, one that acted of its own will.” Their existence is not fully confirmed and has been heavily debated but there are enough of those who worship them and races that claim to be descended from their kind to include them among the Solanan.

* Weorcambiht, The Taskmaster
* Fire
* Earth
* Water
* Air

## Etymology

Most of the names used for the Solanan in academic settings are derived from High Rolantin, the supposed first language from which all languages are derived.

* Solan - "god" or "master"
* Rolan - "greater god" or "high master"
* Velan - "lesser god" or "low master"
* Urbenost - "primordial" or "before being"