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Anian

Anian (a.k.a. The Void)

Anian is one of the Six.

Divine Domains

Entropy, death, decay, darkness

Holy Books & Codes

It is rumored that Anian once wrote a book, but no one was able to understand it even after it was translated. If the book still exists, it is probably lost and damaged beyond repair.

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Black, gray, mushrooms

Tenets of Faith

Do what you will and let time wash it away.

Holidays

Anyon (an-YON) is celebrated on the winter solstice - the darkest night of the year.   It is celebrated by letting things go, whether that means burning garbage or donating old items. It is common for followers of Anian to clean their house in preparation of this day. Other things to be "let go" include the souls of the recently deceased, the pain of a failed relationship, and failed expectations. Even emotions are not saved from the ravages of time.

Divine Goals & Aspirations

Their only known goal is to keep the balance between life and death with Lassan.

Physical Description

General Physical Condition

Like the rest of the Six, Anian is around thirty feet high at the shoulder and covered in large, matte scales that change color at will. They have a medium-sized snout that ends in closed nostrils.

Body Features

Large scales that change color at will, making it possible for even such a large creature to camouflage themselves.

Facial Features

They have a medium-sized snout that ends in closed nostrils.

Identifying Characteristics

If one looks extremely closely, they might notice some scarring on the souls of Anian's feet. This was the result of Anian's visit to an active volcano, and it shows that the dragon gods can be at least superficially injured (if not killed).

Physical quirks

They almost always display imposing if not directly threatening body language. They move slowly and surely.

Special abilities

Dragon magic has not been studied enough to determine its abilities or limitations.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Anian was created as part of the Six when the god Aen split into different parts. Anian is most often seen the night after a great tragedy - as a result, seeing them is considered an ill omen in all parts of Ancora.

Gender Identity

A god cannot be contained within a gender.

Sexuality

If the dragon gods had a sexuality, they would have sex. This would be an unwelcome distraction, incest, and possibly cause a population dilemma.

Accomplishments & Achievements

Anian, along with Lassan, helps keep the balance between growth and entropy. They are often hated for their role in this, but it is necessary.

Failures & Embarrassments

None to speak of.

Mental Trauma

The things Anian has seen (and possibly caused) have caused them to become apathetic to the effect death and entropy have on mortals. The blame these mortals place on them and the hatred they often received has caused them to withdraw from most social contact. .   Anian often remains isolated from mortals and the Six alike and is seen as dark and mysterious. The truth is, they are sometimes just lonely.

Intellectual Characteristics

They play the long game - the very long game. Individual mortals sometimes don't even register as being sentient beings. As a result, Anian generally seems distant and uncaring, but wise.

Morality & Philosophy

Nothing mortals do matters, for time will erase both them and their impact.

Taboos

There are no taboos within the followers of Anian other than seeking immortality. Everything that lives must also die, (and everything that dies must first live).

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Anian's primary focus is to keep the balance betwe en life and death. They fear a world in which either one takes over completely.

Savvies & Ineptitudes

Anian is great at what they do, but terrible at socializing and explaining.

Likes & Dislikes

Likes:
  • night time
  • the colors black and gray
  • Dislikes:
  • being questioned
  • being ignored
  • Virtues & Personality perks

    Playing the long game has taught them to be extraordinarily patient. They are also very clever at finding loopholes.

    Vices & Personality flaws

    It is nearly impossible to argue or even compromise with them. They will shut down, seek solitude, and then do what they were going to do anyway.

    Personality Quirks

    Anian has a bad habit of holding completely still and just observing things for long periods of time; this can be unsettling to others, especially when done mid-conversation.

    Hygiene

    They smell just fine.

    Social

    Contacts & Relations

    Anian is probably the most solitary of the Six.

    Family Ties

    They were created when the god Aen split into the Six - Paden, Mivan, Anian, Nawan, Tisien, and Lassan. Of these, Anian is probably the closest to Lassan.

    Social Aptitude

    They tend to unintentionally intimidate mortals (and sometimes other dragon gods).

    Mannerisms

    Anian generally holds completely still, only moving to accomplish something or occasionally emphasize a point.

    Hobbies & Pets

    No one is quite sure how they spend their free time. They are practically a recluse.

    Speech

    It is often hard to understand what Anian is getting at; even when they do talk, their speech is so filled with metaphors that others have to ruminate on it for a while.

    Wealth & Financial state

    They care not for mortal currency!
    Divine Classification
    God
    Species
    Honorary & Occupational Titles
    The void, or simply Death.
    Circumstances of Birth
    The Six were created when the god Aen split into different parts.
    Circumstances of Death
    Dragon gods are thought to be immortal.
    Birthplace
    Ancora
    Children
    Current Residence
    Eastern Ancora
    Eyes
    Large and round.
    Height
    Around thirty feet high at the shoulders.
    Weight
    More than you.
    Quotes & Catchphrases
    Death begins with life. Time washes everything clean.
    Aligned Organization
    Known Languages
    Dragon   Anian uses their telepathy to understand any language being spoken to them.

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