Elyra, the Greenkeeper

Elyra is a deity of profound connection to the natural world within the Guardian Pantheon. She governs the wild spaces of the world, the cycles of life and death, and the elemental forces that shape the landscape. In her mortal life, Elyra was an archdruid, dedicating herself to the preservation and balance of the natural world. Over time, her bond with the land deepened, imbuing her with the power to command its elements. Her profound communion with nature transcended the mortal realm, leading her to become a part of the earth itself. It is said that it was Elyra who introduced the transmutation school of magic to the world, manifesting her deep understanding of nature's transformative power.
Upon her ascension to divinity, Elyri became the steward of nature and the elements. She continues to uphold her role as the protector of the wilderness and its creatures, ensuring that the delicate balance of life and death is maintained. Her divine realm, Verdanheim, mirrors her own essence — it is a realm of boundless wilderness, where the forces of life, death, and nature coexist in harmony.
Elyra's symbol, an intricately entwined tree, perfectly represents her essence — each branch and root signifies the interconnectedness of all life forms and the cyclical nature of existence. Just as a tree's roots reach deep into the earth and its branches stretch towards the sky, so too does Elyra's influence extend to every corner of the natural world.

Verdanheim, the Realm of Wilderness
A boundless, ever-changing expanse of pristine nature, where every aspect of the natural world is represented in perfect harmony. From dense forests to rolling meadows, towering mountains to crystal-clear rivers, Verdanheim is home to a diverse array of environments, as well as countless mythical creatures and land spirits that dwell within. The landscape is alive with the energy of growth and renewal, and the very air is charged with the essence of life. In this realm, Elyria tends to the delicate balance of nature, ensuring that all living things coexist in equilibrium, each contributing to the overall health and vitality of the realm.

Domain: Life, Grave, Nature, Tempest
Province: Wilderness, Nature
Symbol: An intricately entwined tree
Alignment: Lawful Neutral

Elyra’s Glade is located within the heart of Verdanheim. The Glade is a serene and enchanting sanctuary where the essence of life and nature converge. This Glade is characterized by ancient trees with intertwining roots and branches, forming a natural canopy that filters soft, dappled sunlight onto the forest floor below. A crystal-clear stream meanders through the glade, nourishing the flora and providing a gentle, soothing melody. Here, Elyra meditates, listens to the whispers of the land, and tends to the well-being of her realm and the natural world beyond.