Silmis: The Courtesan
Goddess of Mischief, Trickery, and Lust
Silmis (a.k.a. The Courtesan)
Sometimes known as S'The Courtesan', Silmis is the goddess of Mischief, Trickery, and Lust. Her hand guides those who would cause lighthearted trouble and those who are driven by their more primal urges. In the tales of creation, it is the mischievous hand of Silmis that steered many mortal races away from the paths of righteousness and altered the plans of other gods. She is also known historically for her on again, off again relationship with The Alchemist, [Werren
In more recent times, Silmis is a member of the White Divinity, fighting for mortals to have the right to decide their own fates. Although her true appearance is of much debate, Silmis is most often depicted as having a beautiful human woman's torso, most often shown nude, with long, raven hair that tumbles in curls past her shoulders, and with the coiled body of a snake from the waist down.
Divine Domains
The Divine Domains most often associated with Silmis are the Trickery Domain and the Twilight Domain.
Holy Books & Codes
A great many passages in the Pantheon Apocrypha are dedicated to Silmis and her trickery.
Divine Symbols & Sigils
The most common symbol of Silmis is a snake coiled in a circle with a heart in the centre.
Tenets of Faith
Those who follow Silmis try to embody beliefs along the lines of the following;
- There is no greater thing than freedom to choose your own path.
- Life is too short: Have fun.
- Love and Lust are no bad things. To enjoy the warmth of another's touch is to embrace life itself.
- The best laid plans will always go awry.
Holidays
The fifth season of the year, The Season of The COurtesan, is named after Silmis. During that season, on the 14th, is the Festival of Lovers, a day dedicated to passion, love, and finding an excuse to hook up.
Divine Classification
Goddess
Current Location
Realm
Church/Cult
Children
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