Hylón

Hylón, revered as The First Hammer, stands as a paragon of craftsmanship and creation within the pantheon of the Old Ways. His domain encompasses the essence of construction—both metaphorical and literal—as he shapes the foundations of worlds and forges the destinies of civilizations. As a deity, Hylón embodies the enduring strength and stability of the earth, inspiring his followers to build, innovate, and enhance the world around them. Known for his unwavering dedication to creation and order, Hylón is the ultimate craftsman, his teachings fundamental to those who seek to manifest resilience and purpose through their work.

Appearance

Physical Description: Hylón is often depicted as a towering figure, muscular and solid, with skin that mimics the ore-rich stones of the deepest quarries. His eyes gleam with the reflective quality of polished metal, and his hands are perpetually marked by the soot of the forge.
Symbols or Attributes: Commonly associated with a great hammer that radiates with a glow as if heated from the forge, symbolizing his ability to shape and mold the physical world.
Preferred Manifestations: Hylón typically appears in the midst of great constructions or within the deep caverns of mines, often manifesting during significant acts of building or creation, guiding the hands of those who work with stone and metal.

Followers

Common Followers: Blacksmiths, builders, miners, and all who craft from the raw materials of the earth.
Preferred Followers: Engineers, architects, and artisans who push the boundaries of traditional craftsmanship and seek innovation in their creations.
Worship Style: Worship involves offerings of crafted items and minerals, with rituals that emphasize the sanctity of creation and the importance of durable work.
Temples and Shrines: Temples to Hylón are robust structures of stone and metal, often doubling as workshops or guildhalls. Shrines are typically found in mines or craftsmen’s quarters, marked by miniature anvils and hammers.

Teachings

Core Tenets or Dogma: Strive for excellence in craft, build with purpose and durability, and honor the materials provided by the earth.
Ethical Stance: Advocates for integrity in creation, emphasizing the moral duty to produce work that benefits and strengthens the community.
Taboos: Wastefulness in resources, shoddy craftsmanship, and dishonesty in trade are abhorred.

Abilities

Divine Powers: Control over earth and metals, the ability to bless constructions and creations to endure through ages, and to inspire revolutionary craftsmanship.
Blessings: Followers may receive divine inspiration in their craft, extraordinary skill in handling materials, or the strength to undertake great feats of construction.
Curses: Those who defy his teachings might find their tools breaking, structures failing, or creations tarnishing inexplicably.

Myths and Legends

Creation Myth: Born from the heart of the world’s first mountain, Hylón was struck from stone with the first hammer, destined to teach mortals the art of creation.
Major Myths: The Forging of the World’s Heart, where Hylón crafted the core that balances the elemental forces of the planet, ensuring stability and life.
Relics and Holy Artifacts: The Eternal Forge, a mythical hearth that is said to never cool and can mold the hardest materials known to gods and mortals alike.

Relationships

Allies among the Pantheon: Aligns with deities of nature and art, finding common cause with those who value the material and aesthetic aspects of the world.
Rivals or Enemies: Often in conflict with deities of destruction or chaos, who threaten the stability and permanence of his creations.
Relationship with Mortals: Viewed as a patron of all creators, Hylón is respected in artisan communities and anywhere his ethos of sturdy craftsmanship is valued.

Influence

Historical Influence: Hylón’s principles have guided the development of architecture, mining, and metalworking through the ages, influencing the rise and fall of empires based on their architectural and crafting prowess.
Current Influence: Continues to be a central figure in industries and cultures that value sustainable and innovative use of earth’s resources.
Prophecies: Foreseen to guide a future era of golden prosperity, brought about by advancements in building and material sciences that fundamentally change societies.
Hylón's profile accentuates his role as the divine craftsman within the pantheon of the Old Ways, highlighting his crucial influence on construction, innovation, and the enduring legacy of human and divine creations. His guidance ensures that the physical manifestations of civilization are as lasting as the mountains from which they are hewn.

Title(s)
The First Hammer, Forger of Foundations
Domain
Craftsmanship, Creation, Earth
Alignment
Lawful Good
Symbol
A sturdy anvil set against a backdrop of towering mountains.

Divine Classification

Eldar

Religions

• Old Ways