The Vorodian Oracle
The Vorodian Oracle is one of the most famous oracles on Halrous or in the history of the world. She is said to have given the heroes prophecies before they departed on their adventure. She would also warn kings and queens of threats and bless bloodlines with good fortune.
Summary
The Vorodian oracle is a woman who has told some of the most famous prophecies in all of Halorus. She is responsible for telling myths, legends, prophecies, and some say she could even speak with the dead. She would talk about the past, present, and on rare occasions, the future.
Her most famous prophecies, legends, and myths:
- The Legend of the five eyes: This legend told listeners about the coming of an ancient deity that was said to bring on the end of the world. Many believe this deity is the reason the Black Mist swallowed Halorus.
- The Prophecy Of The Chosen: This is described as her last prophecy. She told this prophecy to a group of adventures who later got lost during their expedition, never to be seen again. Although they were warned, many blamed the oracle for the loss of the adventures.
Historical Basis
The myth or, to some, the legend of the Vordian Oracle is true. The only evidence of her existence is located in the Forgotten Hut. The hut has scribblings of various prophecies on the walls inside. You will also find a large door covered in symbols. No one has been able to open the door.
The hut was closed to the public centuries ago because it was the site of many disappearances. Anyone who goes looking for the hut or the oracle is quickly taken from Vorodia and brought back to wherever they came from.
Many say the oracle came around during the Drought of 151 The Dark Age.
Spread
The Vorodian oracle is known all over Halorus. Her legend is why so many adventures travel to Vorodia in the first place! She has been the subject of many expeditions. Most information about her is public, but some information is locked away in the Halorus Vault.
Variations & Mutation
Over the years the oracle changed outside of Vorodia. In areas with a focused religion, she was spoken about as being malevolent, and dishonest. They would say that she was sent to the planet to lead people down a dark path.
Cultural Reception
The oracle is loved by Vorodians but hated by outsiders. Elves especially have been known to change her texts and teach their people about her and other oracles leading the planet’s population down a dark path. Elves believe oracles are responsible for the Black Mist.
In Literature
The oracle is written about in a couple of books.
- The Oracles of the past and present.
- Myths of Vorodia.
- Mysteries of Halorus.
In Art
You can find artwork of the oracle all over Tribes of Vorodia especially in tribes closest to the Stone Door.
Date of First Recording
160 The Dark Age
Date of Setting
151 The Dark Age
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