Boann

Boann is a member of the Tuatha de Danaan, patron and defender of springs, rivers and all fresh water.

Summary

Boann is depicted as an androgynous character, with ash blond hair and dressed as a man. Eyes are of a vibrant azure matching a regal cloak of the same colour. In traditional iconography, often Boann holds a vase that generates an infinite stream of water. The portfolio is water springs and rivers and the concept of untaintedness. This deity is sometimes represented with an elegant rapier with a convolute hilt, more often uses water control as protection. The symbolic colour is the azure and the sacred emblem is two water jars hanging from the arms of a balance.

Historical Basis

The physical and psychological features of Boann recall to the character of @rid

Cultural Reception

Boann is worshipped and venerated widely accross Phaldorya, especially in the geographic areas close to major rivers and lakes.

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