Powerful Forces in Yonder: Deities, Spirits, and Creatures of Legend

From divine beings to powerful spirits many powerful forces watch over Yonder. Below you will find some of the gods, spirits, and creatures of legend that roam the lands of Yonder.

The Divine

The Lamplighters

The group of deities who lit the first beacon and shared their magic with mortals. The Lamplighters are a mysterious lot, their intentions are cryptic and they are the only divine creature who can form and appear on the Material Plane. They communicate only through the flickers of firelight and their wishes are carried out by a group of spirit sages know as the Order of Wick who are wax spirits. Those who follow the Lamplighters choose to follow all those under its banner or select deities on their own

The Eternal

The Eternal embodies the everlasting flame, a celestial light that guides the heroes of Yonder and the spirit of adventure. The Eternal acts a guide and offers protection to anyone who lights a candle in their name.

Muse, The Dancer

The Dancer is a deity known for its mesmerizing dance of flames, symbolizing the ever-changing nature of fire. It inspires creativity and passion in mortals, igniting the spark of imagination.

The Hearth

The Hearth is a benevolent deity that watches over hearth fires in households, representing the heart of a home. It protects families and brings a sense of comfort and unity to those gathered around its warm glow.

Scintilla, The Starlit

The Starlit is a deity that governs the celestial flames in the night sky, guiding dreams and stargazing adventures. It is believed that making a wish upon a candle under Scintilla's light can bring dreams to fruition.

Flicker, The Firefly

Flicker is a whimsical deity embodying the magic of fireflies. It enchants the night with their glimmering lights, leading lost souls to safety and bringing joy to children who chase their glow.

The Decay

The Decay is a mysterious and ancient deity that carries the essence of souls as eternal flames. It watches over the cycle of life and death, guiding souls on their journey to the afterlife.

The Cast

The Cast is a sly and mischievous deity, embodying the flickering shadows cast by candlelight. It is a patron of thieves, spies, and those skilled in the art of stealth. The Cast is known to favor the cunning and resourceful, providing them with the guidance and luck they need in their clandestine endeavours.

The Three Moons

Other Deities

Machina, The Clockwork Sorcerer

Machina is fascinated by the delicate balance of time. It grants mortals a glimpse into forgotten memories, offering them a chance to rewrite their past or alter their future, but warns them of the potential consequences.

Yumemi, The Dreamweaver

Yumemi manifests in the waking world through vivid dreams. It uses dreams to deliver cryptic prophecies and riddles, guiding mortals on quests that lead to valuable insights and revelations.

Kaze

Kaze is a playful deity with an ever-changing personality, sometimes appearing as a gentle breeze carrying the sweet scent of flowers, and at other times as a powerful storm that challenges mortals to overcome adversity.

The Guardian

The Guardian’s heart beats in harmony with the land. It can cause plants to grow rapidly, creating animated flora that protects sacred groves and secret realms within nature's embrace.

Umibōzu, The Ocean Divine

Umibōzu is a protector of seafarers, guiding lost ships to safety and calming treacherous waters. However, it also demands respect for the ocean's delicate balance, and those who harm marine life may face its wrath.

The Trickster

The Trickster's playful tricks can sometimes be subtle life lessons in disguise. It challenges mortals to embrace their flaws and learn from their mistakes, encouraging personal growth and self-discovery.

The Feathered Sage

The Sage exists as an ethereal presence in forgotten places, guarding ancient wisdom and memories. It bestows visions upon mortals, providing them with profound insights, but requires a small sacrifice of personal memory in return.

Kaminari, The Thunder Herald

Kaminari's thunderous roars echo with inspiring melodies, driving artists and creatives to push their boundaries and create masterpieces. It often appears as a playful muse, fueling the spark of imagination.

Spirits

Creatures of Legend

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Power in a Name

In a world of magic and mystery, names are powerful things. A misspoken word when casting powerful magic could spell disaster, giving your name to a spirit could mark you, and calling the wind by the wrong could mean death.

But power works both ways, possessing the name of a god or a spirit, knowing their true name means power over them. Some beings, usually those who bring good to the world, offer their true identities freely, while others keep that knowledge so secret some have even forgotten their own names.

In Yonder you will find that most deities, spirits and even powerful monsters hold titles instead of names to prevent mortals from gaining control. The Heroes Six once learned the name of a god, and look how that turned out…