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At the heart of Aerenda is its Cycle of Rebirth, a divine law guiding all mortal souls through three lives to prove their worth. The choices of its inhabitants ripple across its realms, as champions rise, artifacts are forged, and factions vie for dominance. In this universe, every thread of magic and machine weaves into the grand tapestry of Aerenda's ever-evolving destiny.
At the heart of Aerenda is its Cycle of Rebirth, a divine law guiding all mortal souls through three lives to prove their worth. The choices of its inhabitants ripple across its realms, as champions rise, artifacts are forged, and factions vie for dominance. In this universe, every thread of magic and machine weaves into the grand tapestry of Aerenda's ever-evolving destiny.


==Pantheons of Aerenda==
== Pantheons of Aerenda ==
===Benevolent Pantheon===
*[[Amara]], Goddess of Mercy – A benevolent figure offering solace and healing, worshiped by healers and peacekeepers. Her temples often double as hospitals.
*[[Ildor]], God of Time and Order – Keeper of time's flow and universal balance. His followers are scholars, archivists, and judges.
*[[Arandar]], God of Peace and Faith – A pacifist deity inspiring trust and harmony. Monks and diplomats are among his devoted.
*[[Felimar]], God of Fatherhood and Heroes – Protector of families and champions. Warriors and leaders seek his blessing.
*[[Gildor]], God of Luck and Wealth – Patron of merchants, gamblers, and adventurers. His *shrines are often found in marketplaces.
*[[Tetria]], Goddess of Beauty and Seduction – Embodiment of allure and artistry. Artists, performers, and politicians admire her.
*[[Nimriel]], Goddess of Love and Motherhood – Revered in family circles, her followers celebrate fertility and compassion.
===Chaotic Pantheon===


*[[Melakor]], God of Domination and Control – Wielding power through fear and submission. Tyrants and warlords invoke him.
=== [[Light Deity (Aerenda)|Light Deities]] ===
*[[Midra]], Goddess of Nightmares and Dreams – Haunting the dreamscape, she influences the subconscious fears and ambitions.
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*[[Merina]], Goddess of the Abyss – Mistress of the void, embodying despair and existential dread. Deep-sea cults and void magi revere her.
* '''[[Amara]]''', Goddess of Mercy – A nurturing healer worshiped by peacekeepers and medics. Her temples are sanctuaries and hospitals.
*[[Griborg]], God of Destruction and Chaos – Worshiped by anarchists and berserkers, spreading ruin indiscriminately.
* '''[[Ildor]]''', God of Time and Order – Archivist of reality, his followers are scholars and justiciars.
*[[Fithril]], Goddess of the Undead and Cannibalism – Necromancers and dark cults honor her, seeking to transcend mortality.
* '''[[Arandar]]''', God of Peace and Faith – Spiritual guide of diplomats, monks, and oathbound clerics.
*[[Alinkar]], God of Tricks and Deals – The ultimate broker of sinister pacts, appealing to thieves, smugglers, and merchants of deception.
* '''[[Felimar]]''', God of Fatherhood and Heroes – Protector of homes and honor-bound warriors.
*[[Lusifer]], God of Lies and Deceit – Master manipulator, inspiring spies, politicians, and con artists.
* '''[[Gildor]]''', God of Luck and Wealth – Patron of merchants, gamblers, and opportunists.
==The Three Divine Guardians==
* '''[[Tetria]]''', Goddess of Beauty and Seduction – Muse of artists and orators, her charm beguiles allies and foes alike.
Fearing imbalance, Ontea and Medriel sent three Benevolent Gods to Mortus, tasked with safeguarding the world and its natural harmony.
* '''[[Nimriel]]''', Goddess of Love and Motherhood – Celebrated in familial rites and rites of birth and bonding.
*[[Elarin]], the Verdant Shepherd – Guardian of forests and wildlife, protector of the Faunia.
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*[[Solmara]], the Blooming Flame – Keeper of the Floria, nurturing life and healing the wounded land.
=== [[Dark Deity (Aerenda)|Dark Deities]] ===
*[[Vardros]], the Stone Sentinel – A stalwart guardian of balance, ensuring that nature and civilization coexist.
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These gods became revered by mortals, worshiped as bridges between the divine and the mundane. Yet even their presence could not fully suppress the growing shadow.
* '''[[Melakor]]''', God of Domination – Tyrant deity of fear, mind-control, and subjugation.
* '''[[Midra]]''', Goddess of Nightmares – Weaver of twisted dreamscapes and subconscious torment.
* '''[[Merina]]''', Goddess of the Abyss – Herald of despair and alien void cults.
* '''[[Griborg]]''', God of Chaos – Avatar of entropy and berserker rage.
* '''[[Fithril]]''', Goddess of the Undead – Deity of necromancy, cannibalism, and forbidden life.
* '''[[Alinkar]]''', God of Trickery – Master of shady deals and divine loopholes.
* '''[[Lusifer]]''', God of Deceit – Whisperer of lies, illusions, and broken trust.
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== The Three Divine Guardians ==
In accordance with '''[[Universal Law]]''', [[Ontea]] and [[Medriel]] sent three [[Light Deities]] to the mortal realm of [[Mortus]], tasked with preserving its equilibrium.
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* '''[[Elarin]]''', the Verdant Shepherd – Guardian of wildlife and the [[Faunia]] spirits.
* '''[[Solmara]]''', the Blooming Flame – Nurturer of growth, vitality, and the [[Floria]].
* '''[[Vardros]]''', the Stone Sentinel – The mediator of civilization and nature, upholding balance.
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Though revered by mortals as direct agents of the Divine Parents, even their vigilance cannot wholly resist the encroaching darkness.


==Divine Artifacts of Aerenda==
==Divine Artifacts of Aerenda==
Both the Light and Dark gods create powerful artifacts, often as symbols of favor for their chosen champions. These artifacts are ancient, powerful, and highly sought after by mortals.
Both the Light and Dark gods create powerful artifacts, often as symbols of favor for their chosen champions. These artifacts are ancient, powerful, and highly sought after by mortals.


===Light Pantheon Artifacts===
=== Artifacts of the Light ===
*Amara's Veil (Amara, Goddess of Mercy): A shimmering cloak that heals allies and protects the wearer from harm.
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*Chrono Sigil (Ildor, God of Time and Order): A bracer that can slow or accelerate time in brief bursts.
* '''Amara's Veil''' – A shimmering cloak of healing and warding.
*Arandar's Beacon (God of Peace and Faith): A radiant staff that pacifies foes and strengthens allies' resolve.
* '''Chrono Sigil''' – A bracer that slows or hastens time in controlled bursts.
*Felimar's Aegis (God of Fatherhood and Heroes): An indestructible shield that inspires those who stand behind it.
* '''Arandar’s Beacon''' – A radiant staff that quells aggression and fortifies morale.
*Tetria's Mirrorblade (Goddess of Beauty and Seduction): A sword that mesmerizes foes with illusions of their deepest desires.
* '''Felimar’s Aegis''' – A divine shield that inspires courage and loyalty.
===Dark Pantheon Artifacts===
* '''Tetria’s Mirrorblade''' – A blade that disorients enemies with illusions of desire.
*Melakor's Crown (God of Domination and Control): A blackened helm that enslaves the minds of others.
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*Fithril's Grimoire (Goddess of the Undead and Cannibalism): A book bound in flesh, allowing the user to raise and command the dead.
=== Artifacts of the Dark ===
*Griborg's Warbrand (God of Destruction and Chaos): A massive, jagged weapon that destabilizes reality with each swing.
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*Alinkar's Coin (God of Tricks and Deals): A cursed coin that grants great wealth and fortune, but at unpredictable and often deadly costs.
* '''Melakor’s Crown''' – A helm that enslaves minds.
* '''Fithril’s Grimoire''' – A flesh-bound tome of necrotic resurrection.
* '''Griborg’s Warbrand''' – A weapon that destabilizes reality with each blow.
* '''Alinkar’s Coin''' – A cursed coin offering fortune at perilous cost.
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== Major Species of Aerenda ==
== Major Species of Aerenda ==