Hlal (pronounced: huh-LAL) was the chaotic good dragon goddess of humor, inventiveness, and pleasure. Of all the dragon gods, she was the most friendly to non-dragons, and her symbol, a single white flame, represented the light of wit. In the Outer Planes she was more commonly known by the name of "Aasterinian" and was often regarded as chaotic neutral in alignment. She was
ASGORATH's messenger, although she was known for being an unreliable messenger. The Jester also had a male aspect known as
Avachel or
Quicksilver, who featured prominently in elven legends.
Description:
Hlal manifested in whatever form suit her purposes at any given moment. If she was not in the process of playing a trick on someone, she usually manifested as a faerie dragon that glowed with a yellowgold aura or as a happy looking copper dragon. As
Aasterinian, she always manifested as a huge brass dragon.
Personality:
Hlal delighted in wordplay and sophisticated humor, and she was playful, stubborn and vain. She enjoyed being shocking and innovative, and shared stories and songs with those who appreciate such things, regardless of the listener's race or background. She valued diversity of experience, learning, and innovation, and loved all who enjoy such things. She accepted all dragonblooded creatures, spellscales being exceptionally amusing to her.
Following:
Hlal was revered by some brass, copper and faerie dragons who appreciated and identified with her sense of humor. These species didn't worship Hlal alone, however, unless they devoted their entire lives to jokes. Spellscales found Hlal the most compatible deity for them. Her followers enjoyed friendly relationships with those of
EREVAN ILESERE,
GARL GLITTERGOLD , and similar deities.
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