Solus Aquinon

Solus Aquinon is the Primal Deity of Creation as well as Destruction, and fire is their natural element. Solus Aquinon symbolizes both the devastating power of fire and its ability to generate life from the ashes of destruction. Keeping the balance of creation and destruction in perfect harmony ensures that the world will keep going down its intended path.
The natural order of the world is a cycle of destruction and creation without any sentimentality or sympathy. The world is in a constant rhythm of destruction and creation endlessly perpetuated by Solus Aquinon. It is a chaotic cycle without any sense of purpose in which even the most basic life forms are reduced to ash and the most complex creations are obliterated without any regard for their worth or potential.   The symbol of Solus Aquinon is that of a feather perpetually burning on one side and yet in pristine condition on the other. This perfectly encapsulates the essence of the deity, simultaneously embodying both the destructive and creative aspects of their power. The feather, delicate and light, stands testament to the fragility of existence, eternally under threat from the devouring flames. Yet, it remains untouched on the other side, a beacon of hope amidst the inevitable chaos, symbolizing the potential for rebirth and renewal from the smoldering remnants. Solus Aquinon's followers understand this delicate balance. They are not daunted by loss or destruction; instead, they see it as a necessary evolution. As such, they often mark significant milestones in their lives with symbolic acts of destruction followed by creation.   Those who follow Solus Aquinon are those who see the sides of the coin for what they are. These individuals mostly conform to the side of creation, and can include farmers, artisans, or maybe even wielders of magic. On the opposite side of the coin there exists those who revere Solus Aquinon purely for the destruction that is promised and the chance to wield such power. These individuals include primarily warriors and mages who see the blessings of the Sun God as means to an end. Whether any of these mortals who create or destroy actually worship Solus Aquinon is of no consequence. For as long as the cycle continues then it matters not if paltry prayers are given up onto an uncaring or unfeeling deity.   Nestled within the Fiery Crest volcanic range lies the renowned temple of Solus Aquinon, also known as The Lava Dome. This grand structure serves as a symbol of the deity's dual nature, constructed from resilient blackened rocks that have withstood countless eruptions and decorated with blazing symbols that shimmer in the sunlight. Pilgrims from all corners of the world are drawn to this holy site, enticed by Solus Aquinon's promise of a view of primordial forces at work.   Inside the Lava Dome, priests clad in robes of flame and ash tirelessly maintain a perpetual flame, a tribute to Solus Aquinon's eternal cycle. The flame serves as both a reminder of life's impermanence and a beacon of hope that new life will spring from the ashes of destruction. This sacred ritual has been maintained for centuries upon centuries, each generation passing down to the next the holy duty that defines their existence.   The followers of Solus Aquinon also celebrate the Festival of Ash and Ember annually. During this event, a grand pyre is constructed, symbolic objects representing their personal achievements or failures over the year are thrown into the flames.   Throughout the year, tales of Solus Aquinon permeate the culture of many followers. Artists depict them as a figure with one half ablaze and the other serene and nurturing, encapsulating its dual roles. Poets sing of the cleansing nature of fire and the nurturing warmth of embers, while philosophers ponder the lessons taught by the balance of its powers.   For the followers of Solus Aquinon, life is a continuous dance of creation and destruction, each step orchestrated by the divine will of their fiery deity. In the heart of every ending lies the promise of a new start, and in every beginning, the inevitable march toward an end, all under the watchful eyes of Solus Aquinon, the eternal guardian of fire.