The Hermit

The Ninth

Mythology & Lore

The Hermit's Lantern

Once, The Hermit sought the deeper truths hidden by The High Priestess, traveling to the far reaches of the astral plane to find her. There, in an ancient library under starlight, they engaged in an intellectual duel, exchanging knowledge and challenges. In the end, The High Priestess revealed to The Hermit a fragment of hidden truth, one that forever changed the course of his solitary search. It is said this legend led to the founding of the first order of oracles who balanced introspection with divine insight.

This has since been remembered as a mid-autumn celebration when people light lanterns and write questions or wishes on them, sending them into the sky or placing them on water. It’s a night of reflection, wisdom-sharing, and storytelling, where individuals seek guidance for their personal journeys.

The Masked Duel

In an age of endless nights, The Hermit sought answers in the realm of The Moon, where illusions and dreams obscured reality. To test The Hermit’s resolve, The Moon conjured a series of trials filled with deceptive visions. After years of wandering, The Hermit emerged wiser and capable of navigating dreams with clarity. This tale is seen as a testament to the value of perseverance through confusion and inner doubt.

In honor of this story, it is celebrated in late autumn. This holiday involves festivals where participants engage in games of wit and skill that include solving riddles and navigating maze-like paths. It’s a time for personal reflection and recounting tales of overcoming internal struggles, inspired by The Hermit’s journey through illusions.

Cosmological Views

The Path of Enlightenment

The bond between Temperance and The Hermit is an alliance of moderation and introspection. Devotees believe that true enlightenment is achieved by balancing the external world with inner growth. Temperance encourages harmonious living and the mastery of one's desires, while The Hermit seeks solitude and personal wisdom. Their alliance is followed by those who practice asceticism, alchemy, and philosophical contemplation, believing that the road to deeper understanding comes through measured steps and introspection.

Solitude and Sacred Insight

The Hermit finds a kindred spirit in The High Priestess, with both embodying aspects of solitary search for truth and hidden wisdom. Their relationship represents the pursuit of enlightenment through reflection and study. Scholars, ascetics, and prophets devoted to both deities believe that profound truths are found not in the noise of society but in quiet contemplation. Rituals often involve silence, meditation, and the reading of ancient texts.

Tenets of Faith

Edicts: Take time to be alone. Only build bonds out of necessity. Claim trasures and secrets for yourself.
Anathema: Spend all of your time in groups. Seek out friendships. Share your wealth and knowledge.

Granted Divine Powers

Devotee Benefits

Divine Ability Constitution or Intelligence
Divine Font Harm
Divine Sanctification Can choose holy or unholy
Divine Skill Stealth
Favoured Weapon Longbow

Domains

Core Domain Secrecy
Secondary Domains Dilerium, Vigil
Subdomains Dreams, Nightmares

Triad and Septagram

Holy Triad Glyph
Holy Septagram Freedom
Cleric Spells 2nd: Paranoia, 5th: Mind Probe, 8th: Disappearance

Avatar Form

Speed 70 feet, air walk, ignore difficult terrain and greater difficult terrain;
Ranged Single Action Longbow (deadly d8 range increment 150 feet), Damage 6d8+3 piercing.

Pantheons: The Twenty-Two, Triad of Glyphs
Divine Colour: Pale Grey

Type

Religious, Pantheon

Parent Organization

The Twenty-Two