Tuatha: God of Darkness and Shadow
The Black King
Tuatha, born first among the Durahee, embodies the essence of darkness and emptiness, his form consuming the light of eternal stars. Initially beloved by his elemental brothers, his union with Basa, the Annunakai of death and darkness, introduces malice and ambition into the hearts of the gods. Despite harboring love for his parents, Tuatha seizes an opportunity for dominion by suggesting their imprisonment in The Void. Ostracized by his resentful siblings, he becomes the gatekeeper to his parents' prison, a position that marks him with solitude and estrangement. The Black Prince stands at the crossroads of creation, wielding the keys to The Void and a heart torn between familial love and a relentless pursuit of power.
Divine Domains
Darkness:
Tuatha is the embodiment of darkness, wielding the dominion over shadows, night, and the unseen. Followers turn to him for solace in the obsidian depths and seek protection in the concealment of shadows.
Emptiness:
As the god of emptiness, Tuatha presides over the voids and the spaces untouched by creation. His domain encompasses the profound emptiness within the cosmos, and followers invoke him to find clarity in the absence of substance.
Isolation:
Tuatha's solitude and estrangement have shaped him as the god of isolation. Followers who seek solitude, introspection, or refuge from the bustling world turn to Tuatha for a sense of calm and detachment.
The Void:
Gifted with the keys to The Void, Tuatha governs this realm of near-limitless power and corruption. The Void represents the uncharted territories beyond creation, and followers may invoke Tuatha to navigate the mysteries and potential dangers it holds.
Artifacts
Shadow Cloak, Umbral Shroud:
Woven from the fabric of eternal night, the Umbral Shroud is a cloak that grants its wearer the ability to move unseen in shadows. Followers of Tuatha seek this artifact for its power to blend with darkness, providing both protection and stealth.
Abyssal Key:
The Abyssal Key, crafted from the essence of The Void, is a mysterious artifact that grants access to hidden realms and forgotten dimensions. Those who possess this key can unlock gates to places untouched by creation, reflecting Tuatha's connection to the uncharted void.
Eclipsed Dagger, Veilstrike Blade:
Forged from the remnants of celestial shadows, the Veilstrike Blade is a dagger that holds the power to sever the ties between life and death. Followers of Tuatha believe that wielding this artifact allows them to manipulate the balance between existence and the void.
Holy Books & Codes
Holy Books
The Umbral Scrolls:
The Umbral Scrolls are a collection of ancient writings, shrouded in symbolic darkness, containing teachings on embracing solitude, the transformative power of emptiness, and the mysteries hidden within the shadows. Followers study these scrolls to gain insights into Tuatha's domains.
The Abyssal Codex:
The Abyssal Codex is a mystical tome that delves into the nature of The Void and the uncharted realms beyond creation. It contains meditations on the profound emptiness within the cosmos and serves as a guide for followers seeking to navigate the mysteries of existence.
Codes of Conduct
The Veiled Oath:
The Veiled Oath is a solemn commitment to embrace solitude and detachment from worldly distractions. Followers pledge to seek solace in emptiness, reflecting Tuatha's own isolation, and to wield the shadows responsibly.
Eclipse Creed:
The Eclipse Creed outlines principles of balance and the interconnected nature of life and death. It encourages followers to understand the delicate equilibrium between existence and the void, and to accept the transformative journey of embracing darkness.
Divine Symbols & Sigils
Symbols
Eclipse Emblem:
The Eclipse Emblem features the intertwining symbols of a crescent moon and a shadowy void, representing the delicate balance between the realms of life and death. Followers often wear or inscribe this emblem to invoke Tuatha's influence and guidance.
Veil of Shadows:
The Veil of Shadows is a symbolic representation of the concealment and revelation found within darkness. This intricate pattern of overlapping shadows is used in rituals and ceremonies to honor Tuatha's embodiment of emptiness and solitude.
Sigils
Abyssal Mark:
The Abyssal Mark is a sigil that resembles a swirling vortex, embodying the essence of The Void. Devotees use this mark in rituals to channel the power of uncharted realms, seeking Tuatha's guidance in navigating the mysteries of existence.
Umbral Spiral:
The Umbral Spiral is a dynamic sigil that twists and turns like a coiling shadow. Followers of Tuatha use this symbol to invoke the transformative power of darkness and emptiness.
Tenets of Faith
Embrace Solitude:
Followers are encouraged to seek solace in solitude, recognizing the transformative power found in moments of isolation. Tuatha's worshipers believe that embracing moments of aloneness allows for a deeper connection with the profound emptiness within themselves and the cosmos.
Navigate the Shadows:
Devotees are urged to navigate the shadows of life with mindfulness and purpose. This tenet emphasizes the understanding of darkness as a powerful force for introspection and transformation, guiding followers to find meaning in the obscure and unseen.
Honor the Cycle of Life and Death:
Tuatha's worshipers acknowledge the delicate equilibrium between life and death. They believe in honoring the natural cycle of existence, recognizing that death is a transformative journey and an integral part of the cosmic balance governed by the god.
Embrace Emptiness as a Source of Wisdom:
Followers are encouraged to view emptiness not as a void, but as a wellspring of wisdom. Tuatha's worshipers believe that within the emptiness lies the potential for profound insights and understanding, providing clarity and focus in the complexities of life.
Acknowledge the Limitations of Mortality:
Tuatha's worshipers recognize the inherent limitations of mortal beings in channeling the power of The Void. This tenet emphasizes humility and an understanding that certain aspects of the divine, particularly the mysteries within uncharted realms, may be beyond the grasp of humanity. Followers are encouraged to seek wisdom and growth within the boundaries of their mortal existence, respecting the enigmatic nature of The Void.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Born first amongst the Durahee, Tuatha was the pride of his parents. When he was born the light of the eternal stars seemed to dim as light was devoured by the black hole of his form. The Black Prince was the antithesis of his brothers, each of them embodied a material element of Mazdurah's creation, by Tuatha was all things immaterial, dark, and empty. His brothers all loved him dearly and looked to him for guidance when they each were young and learning all that creation had to offer them. The Prince of Creation loved his family dearly. . .for a time.
The Annunakai did not arrive all at once, but came to the brothers while they were alone and each well suited for their quarry. Basa suprised Tuatha while he was walking through his domain, the Underdark. Tuatha was dually suprised for no one can stalk a shadow, none may startle the night, but death is only revealed to those whom she wishes. He was fascinated by her, for like him, she too was all that was immaterial and lifeless. Their union was sealed and thus death and darkness were wed; inexorably linked until the lights of the Ethereal stars are snuffed out.
The union of the Durahee and Annunakai introduced malice, ambition, and all manor of vice into the hearts of the gods. Soon they said to themselves, "who are we to be subject to any authority but our own? Are we not gods in our own right, and lords of creation? What need have we of our parents?" Then the hearts of the gods grew hard with desire and ambition and they began to conspire as to how they might become supreme beings.
Tuatha, being the first born, was beloved by his parents and bore no ill will toward them, but he saw supreme lordship as his birth right. When the other gods began to conspire against the Old Gods Tuatha saw his chance to seize dominion over all life. Mazdurah had gifted Tuatha with the keys to The Void and warned him of its near limitless power and corruption. While the other gods sought to kill their parents, Tuatha, still loving his parents deep within himself, suggested they cast them into The Void instead.
So it came to pass the Tuatha became the gate keeper to his parents prison, for this power the other gods resented him. Knowing his rightful claim as king of the gods now that the Old Gods were gone, his siblings ostracized him and ignored his claim, deciding to divvy up creation amongst themselves.
Relationships
Divine Classification
Durahee
Religions
Alignment
Lawful Evil
Realm
Church/Cult
Year of Birth
1001 E.M.
1 Years old
Spouses
Siblings
Children
Hair
long and dark as night, but if he has been with Death it turns white as bone.
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
pale as a corpse or black like coal, it depends on if he has been with Death
Height
17 feet
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