Zyntrani (zin-trah-nee)

The Weaver of Ideas

Zyntrani is one of the more celebrated and well known deities in the Light Pantheon, owing in no small part to the myriad bards who spread their words across the lands. Zyntrani is the patron of most bards, as well as artists, writers/scribes, and artificers. The main tenets of their faith involve using art and creativity to bring levity to life's problems and inspiring/guiding the next generation of artists so they do not get discouraged from pursuing their passion.
Zyntrani is the only child of the union between the Nisme Damara and Gaela. While they lean heavily on the creation motif of Damara, the magic they wield - be it arcane or just interpersonal and situational - is heavily inspired by Gaela. Zyntrani is one of the oldest of the lesser deities, with evidence of their existence dating far back into the First Age from surviving written works and bardic tales.

Divine Domains

Arcana

Forge

Trickery

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Sigil: blue spiral on white background with lighter blue quadrant lines (meant to be an optical illusion)

Divine Symbol: rapier or shortsword

Tenets of Faith

• Bring the light of story, music, and invention everywhere one goes. The world needs art!
• Always be improving on one's craft and moving forward in life.
• Assist the burgeoning performers and artists. They need inspiration and guidance from those who know the path they tread.
• Many of the world's problems can be cured - at least temporarily - with a good song or a funny story.
• Know when to take a break and enjoy what one has created. Don't always be striving for perfection and working oneself to the bone.

Physical Description

Identifying Characteristics

Zyntrani is often depicted as an androgynous gnome with spiky purple hair. They usually dress in flamboyant garb, reminiscent of many bards, jesters, or other performers. They do not sport any facial hair. They are often seen carrying or playing various musical instruments or practicing some type of stagecraft, acting, or storytelling.

Portrait art by me using HeroForge

Divine Classification

Deirid

Religions

• Light Pantheon

Alignment

Neutral Good

Realm

Bytopia

Parents

Damara

Gaela

Children

• Lachra