Varael
The Whispering Wind
Varael is the goddess of nature, freedom, and adventure, embodying the untamed spirit of the wild and the ever-changing winds. Revered by elves, druids, and wanderers, she teaches her followers to live in harmony with nature, embrace their freedom, and seek out new experiences. Varael's faith is centered on respecting the natural world, adapting to change, and cherishing the beauty of the wild. Her presence is felt in the rustling leaves, the flowing rivers, and the call of the open sky.
Divine Domains
- Nature
- Freedom
- Adventure
- The Elements
Artifacts
The Gale Staff: A staff that controls the winds, allowing its wielder to summon storms or calm the skies at will. It is said to have been crafted by Varael herself from the first gust of wind.
The Windstone: A smooth, glowing stone that can control the flow of the winds and is said to carry Varael’s voice. It is often used by druids and shamans to communicate with the goddess.
Holy Books & Codes
The Song of the Wilds: A collection of poems, songs, and stories passed down orally, celebrating the beauty and power of nature. It serves as the central text for Varael’s followers, teaching them about the importance of harmony with the natural world.
The Wind’s Whisper: A set of teachings recorded by ancient druids, detailing the ways in which followers can connect with Varael and the natural world. It includes rituals, meditations, and ways to interpret the signs of nature.
Divine Symbols & Sigils
The Feather and Leaf: A symbol representing Varael, often depicted as a feather intertwined with a leaf, symbolizing the union of the air and the earth.
The Swirling Breeze: A spiral or swirling pattern, symbolizing the ever-changing nature of the wind and Varael’s domain over the elements.
Tenets of Faith
1. Embrace Freedom: Live life unbound by unnecessary constraints, cherishing the freedom to explore, create, and grow.
2. Respect Nature: Honor the natural world and all its inhabitants, protecting it from harm and preserving its beauty.
3. Seek Adventure: Pursue new experiences and challenges, understanding that growth comes through exploration and risk.
4. Adapt and Change: Be like the wind—flexible, adaptable, and willing to change when needed.
5. Honor the Elements: Recognize the power of the natural elements—earth, air, fire, and water—and seek balance with them.
Holidays
The Wind’s Dance: Celebrated during the spring equinox, this festival honors the return of life and the winds that bring change. Followers of Varael gather in open fields to dance and sing, letting the winds carry their voices to the heavens.
The Feast of Leaves: Held in the fall, this holiday celebrates the harvest and the cycle of life and death in nature. Followers give thanks for the bounty of the earth and leave offerings of food and flowers in sacred groves.
Divine Goals & Aspirations
Preserve the Wilds: Varael seeks to protect the untouched and wild places of the world, ensuring they remain free from the influence of civilization and corruption.
Promote Harmony: She aims to foster harmony between her followers and the natural world, teaching them to live in balance with the earth and its creatures.
Encourage Exploration: Varael desires for her followers to explore the world, seeking out its hidden wonders and mysteries, and to learn from their experiences.
Physical Description
Identifying Characteristics
Varael’s most distinctive feature is her hair, which seems to be made of wind itself, constantly in motion and shifting in color. In art, she is often depicted with a crown of leaves and flowers, symbolizing her connection to the natural world.
Mental characteristics
Morality & Philosophy
Varael embodies the spirit of freedom, nature, and the ever-changing winds. Her philosophy centers on the belief that life should be lived in harmony with nature, embracing the unpredictability and freedom that it offers. Varael teaches her followers to respect the natural world, to seek adventure, and to cherish their independence. She values adaptability, spontaneity, and the beauty of the wild, believing that true wisdom comes from experience rather than rigid doctrine.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
Varael’s primary motivation is to maintain the balance of nature and to ensure that her domains—freedom, adventure, and the wild—are respected and preserved. She seeks to guide her followers in living harmoniously with the world around them, encouraging them to embrace their freedom and explore the unknown.
Age
Timeless
Children
Sex
Female
Presentation
Varael is often portrayed as an ephemeral figure, more spirit than flesh, with an appearance that shifts subtly depending on her surroundings
Eyes
Pale, silvery-gray
Hair
Long and flowing, resembling strands of wind itself, often depicted as a mix of silver and pale blue, constantly in motion as if stirred by an unseen breeze
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
Light and translucent, with a soft, ethereal glow that gives the impression of moonlight on water
Height
6'6"
Weight
Weightless
