Miagus

Miagus, known as The Dark Matron, presides over the shadowy realms of deceit, manipulation, and the underworld within the pantheon of the Old Ways. She is the embodiment of cunning and control, orchestrating the unseen forces that influence the darker aspects of society. Her followers include those who operate from the shadows, valuing secrecy and the strategic manipulation of others. Miagus is revered not only for her intellect and tactical acumen but also for her ability to understand and exploit the desires and fears of both mortals and deities. Her domain encompasses all that is hidden and forbidden, making her a patron deity for spies, thieves, and anyone who thrives on the art of deception.

Appearance

Physical Description: Miagus is often depicted as an enigmatic figure shrouded in dark, flowing robes that obscure her form, with piercing eyes that gleam with knowledge and malice. Her presence is both alluring and menacing, drawing in those who dare to uncover her secrets.
Symbols or Attributes: Commonly associated with images of spiders and webs, symbolizing her reach into the lives of others and her control over their fates.
Preferred Manifestations: Miagus prefers to appear in moments of plotting or when her followers are in need of guidance on deceit and subterfuge, often manifesting as a whisper in the ear or a fleeting shadow.

Followers

Common Followers: Thieves, spies, politicians, and anyone involved in the manipulation and control of others.
Preferred Followers: Master manipulators, leaders of secret organizations, and those who wield power from behind the scenes.
Worship Style: Worship of Miagus is secretive and often involves complex rituals hidden from the public eye, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and the power of secrets.
Temples and Shrines: Temples dedicated to Miagus are rare and usually hidden, located in places that are difficult to find without specific knowledge. Shrines may be as simple as a hidden alcove with a web motif or a small statue in a secluded spot.

Teachings

Core Tenets or Dogma: Master the art of deception, use knowledge as power, and manipulate circumstances to maintain control.
Ethical Stance: Encourages exploitation of others' weaknesses and promotes the accumulation of power through cunning and deceit.
Taboos: Disdains honesty when it is not beneficial and despises naivety and straightforwardness in dealings.

Abilities

Divine Powers: Ability to see through lies, influence thoughts, and manipulate emotions; can also bestow powers of illusion and stealth.
Blessings: Followers might receive enhanced abilities in stealth, deception, and manipulation, or receive prophetic insights through dreams and visions.
Curses: Enemies or traitors may find themselves beset by paranoia, haunted by illusions, or betrayed by their closest allies.

Myths and Legends

Creation Myth: Miagus spun herself from the primal shadows at the dawn of time, weaving the first web of destiny that entangles all things.
Major Myths: The Loom of Fates, where Miagus manipulated the outcomes of an epic battle from the shadows, altering the course of history without ever revealing her presence.
Relics and Holy Artifacts: The Cloak of Shadows, a legendary garment that grants the wearer the ability to blend into shadows and move unseen among their enemies.

Relationships

Allies among the Pantheon: Often aligns with deities who appreciate the subtler aspects of power, such as those governing death, magic, or knowledge.
Rivals or Enemies: Frequently clashes with deities of truth, light, and justice, who oppose her methods and aim to expose her machinations.
Relationship with Mortals: Seen by her followers as a patron of the hidden and the forbidden, offering them the tools to manipulate and control, while feared by others as a symbol of betrayal and danger.

Influence

Historical Influence: Miagus has been a behind-the-scenes force in many historical events, shaping the rise and fall of leaders and empires through subtle manipulations.
Current Influence: Continues to wield influence in the underworld and among those who value the power of secrets and manipulation.
Prophecies: Linked to a dark prophecy that foretells a time when her web will envelop the world, bringing all under her subtle control.
Miagus's profile illustrates her role as a deity of deceit and manipulation within the pantheon of the Old Ways, emphasizing how her influence permeates the darker, hidden aspects of existence, guiding the hands of those who move within the shadows.

Title(s)
The Dark Matron, Weaver of Shadows
Domain
Deceit, Manipulation, Underworld
Alignment
Chaotic Evil
Symbol
A spider web with a skull at its center.

Divine Classification

Malur

Religions

• Old Ways