Viso

Death

Destruction

Endings

Fate

Mourning

Entropy

Scythe of the Final Sunset: A scythe that can sever the ties of life and cut through any material.

Veil of the Last Breath: A shroud allowing communication with the dead, used in funerary rites.

The Silent Testament: A collection of teachings and philosophies written by the Order of the Last Veil, emphasizing acceptance of death, the balance of life, and the sanctity of endings.

The Codex of Passing: A manual detailing proper funerary rites, meditations on mortality, and rituals for guiding souls to the afterlife

Primary Symbol: A skeletal hand holding a balanced scale.

Secondary Motifs: Fading autumn leaves, hourglasses, and cracked stone.

Secret Iconography: A thread looped into a knot, symbolizing the weaving and severing of fate.

1. All things must end: Death is a natural part of existence and should not be feared.
2. Honor the dead: Preserve their memory and ensure their peaceful passing.
3. Do not disrupt the cycle: Necromancy and defiance of fate are blasphemies.
4. Cherish life’s impermanence: Appreciate the fleeting nature of existence.
5. Balance must prevail: Destruction and creation are interwoven; neither should dominate.

Day of Last Light: A solemn day of remembrance, marked by candle-lit vigils to honor the dead and reflect on life’s impermanence.

The Quiet Passing: A time when communities collectively perform rituals to guide lost or restless souls to peace.

Veil’s End: A rare and sacred festival celebrating the cycle of decay and renewal, observed with symbolic acts like burning autumn leaves or offering items representing personal loss.

Maintain the balance between life and death.

Ensure the natural cycle of existence remains unbroken.

Guide mortals to accept mortality as a gift and a truth.

Guard the sanctity of endings from those who seek to exploit or defy them.

Viso’s form is ethereal and unchanging, embodying the inevitability of death. Their "body" is tall and lean, exuding grace and solemnity rather than physical fitness. Subtle cracks on their ashen skin glow faintly, symbolizing entropy.

Viso’s ashen-gray skin appears smooth yet marked with faint glowing fissures resembling withering leaves or crumbling stone. Their towering form is both intimidating and elegant, with robes that flow as though caught in a gentle, eternal wind

Their face is androgynous, with sharp, symmetrical features and a neutral, stoic expression. Their glowing eyes dominate their face, giving them an otherworldly, piercing gaze that conveys wisdom and inevitability.

The skeletal hand and balanced scales motif, often present as a symbol or as part of their form, makes Viso immediately recognizable. Their glowing fissures and flowing black-gray robes further distinguish them.

Viso’s presence shifts the atmosphere, creating an unnatural stillness. Their movements are deliberate, almost ritualistic, as though time itself slows to honor their every action.

Impartial Judgment: Viso can weigh the balance of a soul’s deeds without bias.

Manifestation of Endings: They can manifest at any moment of transition, such as death or destruction.

Aura of Stillness: Their presence calms or unnerves mortals, forcing reflection on mortality.

Viso is always depicted in flowing, dark robes adorned with patterns of fading leaves and hourglasses. These robes absorb light and seem to shift as if alive, enhancing their ethereal presence.

Scythe of the Final Sunset: A legendary weapon capable of severing life’s ties.

Veil of the Last Breath: A shroud used by their followers to communicate with the dead.

Viso has no traditional personal history. They emerged as a cosmic force tied to the cycle of life and death, playing an impartial role in maintaining balance. Their existence is marked by their influence over mortal lives and the natural progression of endings.

Viso transcends gender entirely, embodying a concept beyond human or mortal understanding. They are often viewed as androgynous or genderless, reflecting their impartiality and universality in the natural cycle of life and death.

Viso is entirely asexual, as their essence is not tied to physicality, reproduction, or relationships. Sexuality has no relevance to their being or their role as a divine force.

Viso requires no education, as their knowledge and wisdom are inherent to their existence. They embody ultimate understanding of mortality, entropy, and the cosmic balance of creation and destruction.

Viso's "work" is their divine duty to oversee the natural cycle of life and death. They have no career progression or employment in the mortal sense, as their role has been constant since their inception.

Established the natural cycle of endings, giving meaning and structure to life.

Inspired the creation of the Order of the Last Veil, whose rituals bring solace and understanding to mortals facing death.

Balanced the chaos of creation with the inevitability of decay and destruction.

Mortals often misinterpret Viso's impartiality as cruelty, creating fear and resentment toward them.

The silence following the Great War of the Gods has led to a growing imbalance in how mortals perceive and accept death.

Viso is beyond the concept of trauma, though their silence post-Great War reflects a deep withdrawal, possibly tied to the divine cost of the conflict and their disappointment in mortals misusing the cycle of life and death.

Viso is infinitely wise, with a deep understanding of the complexities of existence. They are logical, impartial, and unerring, but their divine perspective can make them seem distant or incomprehensible to mortals.

Viso believes in balance and the inevitability of all things. Death is not an evil but a necessary counterpart to life. Their philosophy centers on acceptance, encouraging mortals to embrace endings as integral to existence.

Disrupting the natural cycle of life and death, such as through necromancy or defiance of fate, is an affront to Viso’s essence.

Denial of mortality and refusal to respect the dead are seen as grave offenses.

Viso is driven by the desire to maintain the natural balance of life and death. Their priority is ensuring that all things end in their proper time, preserving the cosmic equilibrium without bias or interference in mortal affairs.

Savvies:

Supreme wisdom in the cycles of existence and endings.

An unerring sense of justice and balance.

The ability to convey deep, universal truths through subtle, poignant gestures.

Ineptitudes:

Struggles with mortal emotions and perspectives, often appearing distant.

Lacks the capacity for cruelty or kindness, as they are bound by neutrality.

Likes:

The quiet stillness of autumn evenings.

Moments of peaceful acceptance among mortals.

Rituals honoring life’s transience.

Dislikes:

Necromancy and the disruption of natural cycles.

Fear-driven avoidance of death or destruction.

Selfish attempts to cheat fate at the cost of balance.

Impartiality: Perfectly neutral in judgment, treating all equally.

Wisdom: An embodiment of infinite knowledge regarding mortality and entropy.

Solemnity: A calming presence that fosters introspection and understanding.

Disconnection: Their neutrality can feel cold, leading mortals to misunderstand their role.

Passivity: Their unwillingness to intervene directly in mortal struggles sometimes allows imbalance to occur.

Viso tilts their head slightly while observing, as if weighing unseen scales.

Their robes move in time with unseen forces, adding a surreal edge to their presence.

In manifestations, faint whispers of the departed can sometimes be heard around them.

Viso, as a divine force, transcends physical needs like hygiene. Their appearance is always pristine, though the faint cracks on their form can evoke the impression of decay and renewal.

Symbols: A skeletal hand holding balanced scales, with motifs of fading leaves and hourglasses.

Legacy: Viso’s influence remains strong in funeral rites, the acceptance of endings, and the understanding of mortality in Dolviar. Temples and rituals honoring them teach mortals to respect and embrace life’s transience. Their silence after the Great War challenges mortals to find balance independently, reshaping how the world views endings and fate.

Viso’s "reign" began at the inception of the universe and continues indefinitely. Their memorable moments include the establishment of mortality and the first death, both of which brought balance to existence. They are eternal and timeless, ruling over endings without interruption.

Viso’s primary affiliation is with the Order of the Last Veil, a religious sect devoted to their worship. They are symbolically connected to other cosmic entities, such as deities of creation and time, representing complementary forces in the balance of existence.

Viso has no family in the traditional sense but is sometimes mythologically described as a sibling to creation-focused deities, emphasizing their role in maintaining the balance between beginnings and endings.

Viso embodies their own religious views as a cosmic force. They represent the inevitability of death, teaching acceptance of fate and the understanding that all things must end. They reject fear or denial of mortality.

Viso has no need for mortal charisma or ego, but their presence commands respect and awe. Their solemn, deliberate demeanor conveys confidence, but they lack extroversion or personal charm, focusing instead on their role as a cosmic arbiter.

Habitual Gestures: Slight tilts of the head, as if weighing unseen scales.

Behavior: Viso remains calm and deliberate, with every movement purposeful. Their quiet stillness often unnerves mortals, forcing reflection.

Viso has no pets or hobbies, as their existence is focused entirely on maintaining balance and fulfilling their cosmic duty. However, they are often associated with ravens or owls in myth, symbolizing wisdom and endings.

Tone of Voice: Deep and resonant, with an eternal, almost hollow quality.

Pitch: Neutral, neither overly high nor low, but universally calming and authoritative.

Accent/Dialect: They speak with no discernible accent, their voice transcending cultural boundaries.

Common Phrases: "All things must end," "Fate weaves what it must," "Life and death are one."

Farewell: Silent nods or the phrase, "Cherish what remains."

Swearing: They do not swear but may utter, "Even destruction has purpose," to convey displeasure.

Metaphors: Often speaks in metaphors tied to time, decay, and cycles, e.g., "The leaf falls, but the tree remains."

Viso transcends material wealth, possessing no need for currency, assets, or investments. Their "wealth" lies in their influence and the reverence of their followers. Temples dedicated to Viso are maintained by devotees, not by their own resources.