Eirlys (Air-Lees)

Eirlys, the Snow Goddess, is a revered deity in Selenia, embodying the beauty, danger, and transformative power of winter. She is often depicted as a tall, ethereal figure draped in flowing robes of white, her hair resembling snowflakes that drift in the air. Her eyes are said to be the color of ice, and her presence brings a stillness that heralds the coming of winter. Eirlys is both a nurturer and a harsh enforcer of natural balance, ensuring that winter’s chill allows for rebirth and renewal in the cycle of seasons.

Myth

According to legend, Eirlys was born from the first breath of the world’s oldest mountain as it exhaled into the winter air. Her birth was a quiet and gentle one, blanketing the world in snow, offering protection and rest to the lands scorched by the summer sun. It is said that she wept frozen tears for the creatures of the world who were lost to the harshness of nature, and her tears became the snowflakes that fall each year, a reminder of her eternal watch over the world. From her frozen palace at the top of the highest peak, Eirlys oversees the balance of seasons, ensuring that winter does not overstay its welcome but serves its purpose in the endless cycle of life and death.

Divine Domains

Middle Sanctuary

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Snowdrop Flower and Frosted Crystal:
The delicate snowdrop flower, one of the first to bloom as winter nears its end, represents hope and rebirth under Eirlys' care. Frosted crystals, often worn as amulets or placed in homes, are believed to carry her protective blessings, shielding the faithful from the harshest of winters.

Tenets of Faith

Respect the Winter’s Cycle – Understand that winter is a time for rest and renewal; one should never curse the cold but embrace its necessity.

Cherish the Quiet Moments – Like the stillness of a snowfall, there is peace and wisdom to be found in quiet contemplation.
Protect the Innocent – Eirlys’ followers believe in safeguarding the vulnerable, much like how snow blankets the earth.
Preserve Balance in Nature – Followers are taught to honor nature’s cycles, ensuring that their actions don’t upset the balance between seasons.
Endure with Grace – Just as winter tests the strength of all things, one must face hardships with dignity and patience.

Holidays

Festival of Frost's Embrace (Held during the first full moon of the winter solstice): This holiday marks the official arrival of winter and is celebrated with reverence for the power of nature. Offerings of woven snowflakes made from paper, ice sculptures, and small feasts of winter fruits are left outside for Eirlys to bless the land with a gentle winter. It’s a time of reflection, with families gathering by the hearth to tell stories of the goddess’ deeds, singing hymns in her honor, and braving the cold to watch for falling snow as a sign of her approval.
First of Frostveil – Day of the Snowdrop: The month begins with a quiet ceremony where followers plant snowdrops in pots and gardens as a sign of hope for the coming spring. These flowers are sacred to Eirlys and represent the enduring spirit that thrives even in the coldest times.
Midwinter’s Silence – 15th of Frostveil: This is a day of complete silence observed in her honor, where no bells ring, and people refrain from speaking until the first snowflake falls that day. It is believed that Eirlys’ whispers can be heard on the wind if the stillness is kept. Final Frost Feast – Last Day of Frostveil: To honor the end of her reign over winter, the people hold a feast using preserved foods. Offerings of icy fruits, bread shaped like snowflakes, and cold cheeses are made, thanking Eirlys for watching over them during the winter.

Sex

Female

Eyes

Frost Blue

Hair

Blue Black

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Pale

Height

5'9''

Holy Symbol Snowdrop and Crystal