Aethelos, God of Wisdom

Represents:

Knowledge, strategy, foresight, and enlightenment

Worship:

Scholars and strategists seek Aethelos's guidance through meditation and the study of ancient texts. Secluded groves often serve as places of contemplation and learning.

Followers:

Mainly older elves, loremasters, and those who value traditional knowledge

Physical Appearance:

Aethelos is often depicted as an ancient elf with piercing silver eyes that seem to contain swirling galaxies. His long, flowing beard and hair are composed of shifting constellations. He wears robes adorned with intricate patterns that, upon closer inspection, reveal themselves to be complex mathematical equations and philosophical axioms.

Pleases:

The pursuit of knowledge
solving complex puzzles or riddles
preserving ancient lore
sharing wisdom with others

Displeases:

Willful ignorance
the destruction of knowledge
using wisdom for selfish or harmful purposes
closed-mindedness

Temple/Worship Sites:

Aethelos's temples are vast libraries with towering bookshelves that seem to stretch endlessly upward. The ceilings are enchanted to display the night sky, with constellations that shift to reveal hidden knowledge to those who can interpret them. Quiet study areas and debate forums are scattered throughout, encouraging the exchange and growth of ideas.

Simple Shrine:

A simple shrine to Aethelos might be a small alcove containing a worn stone tablet engraved with an unsolved riddle or philosophical question. A single candle or glowing crystal illuminates the tablet, inviting passersby to contemplate its meaning.