The Scillari

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  The Scillari are a group of merfolk who inhabit the southern part of Whispering Sea, the stretch of ocean between the continents of Caia and Oyekos. Unlike many merfolk in the Caerlean Ocean, they have evolved long and elaborate tail fins, likely because the area where they live is unusually calm. They generally do not venture into the northern half of the Whispering Sea and beyond, where the currents are stronger.   The Scillari see themselves as the keepers of fate, and have a long history of divination practices and rites. This, they believe, is passed down from their god, Iryex, who it is said has the power to predict the end of the world. They have a sacred cave, known as the Seer's Grotto, where Iryex is meant to retreat in times of apocalypse; as long as the cave remains empty, any current horrors will pass. As a people, they feature heavily in the myths of the Hutsai, and are said to be able to change one's fortunes for a suitable gift. This is not true, but the Scillari do nothing to discourage the rumours.