Aesh

Aesh (Aay-sh):

Domain:

Dragons and Legendary Creatures:

Aesh, the god of dragons, embodies their immense power, wisdom, and the balance between creation and destruction. He is the guardian of ancient knowledge and teaches that true power must be tempered with wisdom and control.

Master of Balance: Aesh governs the delicate balance between creation and destruction, teaching that power must be used wisely to shape the world or destroy what no longer serves the more significant order.

Themes:

Ancient Power and Knowledge: Aesh’s dragons are ancient beings who possess both immense strength and profound wisdom. Aesh’s followers believe knowledge is the greatest treasure, and power must be wielded with understanding.

Creation and Destruction: Aesh represents the forces of both creation and destruction. His followers understand that power, whether to build or destroy, must be used responsibly and purposefully.

Guardians of the Ancient: Under Aesh’s guidance, dragons are guardians of forgotten truths and dangerous relics from the ancient Prime Wars, tasked with safeguarding knowledge and power that could otherwise be misused.

Symbolism:

Dragon’s Eye with Radiating Flames: Aesh’s symbol is the dragon’s eye, surrounded by radiating flames. The flames symbolize creation and destruction, while the eye represents vigilance and wisdom, reflecting the need for power to be carefully observed and controlled.

Role in Mythos:

Keeper of Ancient Knowledge: Aesh guards powerful relics and ancient knowledge, many of which are remnants from the Prime Wars. His dragons protect these artifacts to ensure they do not fall into the wrong hands.

Master of Creation and Destruction: Aesh teaches that there is a time for creation and destruction, and those who follow him understand the importance of balance in wielding power.

The Artifacts and the Conflict: In the current age, dangerous magical artifacts, remnants from the Prime Wars, are scattered worldwide. These artifacts have the potential to corrupt and destroy, sparking a race between two opposing forces:

The Wardens: A group dedicated to finding and neutralizing the artifacts. They seek to destroy the dangerous relics or render them inert by securing them in hidden storage, ensuring the world remains safe.

The Dominion: In contrast, the Dominion is a group bent on finding these artifacts and using them to control the world. They believe that power is meant to be wielded and aim to dominate the world through these artifacts.

Unique Cultural Expressions:

The Dragon’s Oath: Followers of Aesh take the Dragon’s Oath, a vow never to misuse power or knowledge. Breaking this oath is seen as a dangerous betrayal with severe consequences.

Keepers of the Ancient Flame: A select group of Aesh’s followers, known as the Keepers of the Ancient Flame, are tasked with guarding ancient relics and artifacts. These Keepers ensure that dangerous knowledge remains protected and out of reach of those who would misuse it.

Trial of the Serpent: Those seeking to prove themselves to Aesh undergo the Trial of the Serpent, a test of self-control and wisdom. Only those who show mastery over both their inner power and ambition can pass this trial.