Ioun, The Knowing Mentor
Revered by seers, sages, and teachers of all walks of life, Ioun guided the growth of civilization throughout the Age of Arcanum like sunlight guides the branches of a tree. Deceived and betrayed by the Chained Oblivion during the Calamity, her followers are now hunted by agents of her ancient foes. Her devout now worship in private, spreading knowledge, philosophy, and lore anonymously through traceless channels.
Ioun sits among the infinite library that fills the hidden realm of the Endless Athenaeum, her celestial servants cataloging all known things as she inspires those who pray for her insight and guidance.
Depiction
Common representations show the Knowing Mentor as a graying, mature woman with a welcoming, matronly smile, swathed in billowing robes and scarves that fan into books and scrolls. Some colloquially refer to Ioun as the Knowing Mistress, revering her as a headmistress of knowledge among the gods.Holy Day
Ioun has no public holy day, for her public worship was shattered during the Harrowing, However, after The Second Barrage, a group of theologans ressurected the faith in the Knowing Mentor and founded Ioun's Keepers — though her worship by the intellectuals of the city bears little resemblance to that of the knowledge-seekers of old.Tenets of Faith
Unmask those who would destroy Ioun. Learn their secrets and unveil them to the world.
Uphold and teach the importance of reason, perception, and truth in guiding one’s emotions and path.
Condemn those who lie without moral cause, for evil folk gain power when their followers obscure the truth. Never stoop to the level of selfish liars.
Uphold and teach the importance of reason, perception, and truth in guiding one’s emotions and path.
Condemn those who lie without moral cause, for evil folk gain power when their followers obscure the truth. Never stoop to the level of selfish liars.
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