Depthwhisper, God of Secrets

Represents:

Hidden knowledge, underwater communication, and the power of oceanic runes

Worship:

Runemasters revere this deity through the creation of complex underwater signaling systems and enchanted diving gear. Secret societies guard ancient dwarven deep-sea magic.

Physical Appearance:

Depthwhisper is portrayed as a slender, almost ethereal dwarf with skin that seems to shift and shimmer like the play of light in deep waters. Their eyes are entirely black, like the deepest ocean trenches. They're often depicted wearing robes made of living shadows, adorned with glowing, bioluminescent symbols that constantly change and rearrange themselves.

Pleases:

Uncovering hidden knowledge or solving complex puzzles
Mastery of subtle magic and illusions
Keeping secrets and maintaining discretion
Exploring the unknown depths of the sea

Displeases:

Revealing secrets carelessly or maliciously
Loud, overt displays of magic
Ignoring signs and portents from the sea
Simplifying or trivializing complex knowledge

Temple/Worship Site:

Depthwhisper's temples are submerged structures, accessible only through underwater passages. The interior is a maze of chambers filled with enchanted water that allows for breathing. Walls are covered in shifting, glowing runes that reveal different secrets based on the viewer's worthiness. The central chamber houses a pool of absolute darkness, said to contain all the secrets of the ocean.

Simple Shrine:

A simple shrine to Depthwhisper is a small, dark tide pool hidden in a secluded cove. Devotees whisper their secrets into the pool, and sometimes, if Depthwhisper is pleased, a bioluminescent glow might reveal a hidden message or symbol in response.