Adelia

Adelia - The Muse, the Dove “Nothing in the universe is as beautiful as a soul lit by love.” Adelia is the patron of love and joy, beauty and splendor. She is also the patron of the fae kingdoms and governs such things as art and self-expression. Home Plane: The Gardens of Winter Bloom Description: Much like her twin sister, Salindralas, Adelia appears as a young woman wearing robes of the finest gossamer silk. he wears a hooded silk cowl that hides her face except for her mysterious, crooked smile. She speaks with a soft, melodic voice that radiates peace and clears the mind. History: Portfolio: Love, Happiness, Joy, Pleasure & Beauty Symbols: Adelia is represented by images of a heart cradled in a nest of roses. The idea being that love itself is delicate, and that despite the occasional thorn, it can grow and thrive with the proper care and patience. Organization: The followers of Adelia have the least amount of organization within the ecclesiastical ranks of the Cathedral of Light. Her temples and shrines are open air domes supported by columns of the purest white marble and adorned with silk curtains. Its insides are littered with throw rugs and pillows, creating a comfortable environment that frees the mind of tension and opens it to receive the essences of the goddess’ teachings. Clerics are most often present tending to the daily needs of temples and shrines dedicated to Adelia, but they also spend time teaching various artistic disciplines to anyone willing to learn them, and are unrivaled in their knowledge and appreciation of art and art history. Followers: Sisters of the Thorn, Goodly Fey, Louve Favored Weapon: Adelia favors all manner of bows and crossbows, representing her philosophy that that arrow, much like the heart knows the way to what it desires most. Holy Texts: Lorelle’s Reflections: The firsthand account of Adelia’s first Chosen Prophet as the goddess appeared to her before the War of the Talon and explained to her how to preserve and cultivate love, beauty and art despite the war to come. The Wayfarer Sonnets: This book was sent to the Great Library in Azura by an unknown Knight of the Word. It contains 100 sonnets praising the virtues of love and beauty, and exploring their deeper meanings with a profound insight and articulation. The identity of the author or the knight who sent it remains a mystery. Dogma: Life is filled with beauty. There is no more noble a purpose then to spread the joy of love and peace to all beings. Even in our darkest hours can come the inspiration to make the world a more beautiful place. Never hide your emotions, let the world know how you feel. Take care with the hearts of others but do not tolerate those who don’t take the same care with yours. Love is a precious and delicate thing. Learn to properly care for and cultivate it and your soul will burn brighter than the sun itself. Initiations & Rites: Pricking A Finger On A Rose Thorn – Once of the first rituals new followers and would-be clerics alike undergo takes place at sundown. The initiate holds a rose and recites a selection from the Wayfarer Sonnets that has a deep, personal meaning for them. As they do so, they squeeze the stem of the rose to draw just enough blood to coat the stem. This rite preserves the rose, which stays fresh and in bloom for as long as they live. Aphorisms: “From the heart and soul I speak.” – It is said that true followers of Adelia wear their hearts on their sleeves. They speak honestly and frankly, and one can be certain that whatever it is they are saying literally comes from the heart. This phrase usually precedes such talk, an affirmation to the follower and whomever it is they are talking to that whatever is being said is believed wholly to the core of their being. Role of Clerics:   Formal Attire:   Special Dispensation: Calming Winds – Dedicated followers are able to call upon the breath of Adelia, a strong, rose scented wind, temporarily capable of nullifying any feelings of anger, hate and fear from anyone around them. Role of Other Classes:   Myths:   Celebrations & Holidays:   Relics of the Faith:   Planar Ally: Avatars:   Relations with Other Religions: