Astral Gods

In the celestial tapestry of Aurôrum, the Astral Gods reign supreme from their abodes in the Outer Planes. These deities, embodiments of moral and ethical alignments ranging from benevolence to malevolence, wield immense power over the cosmos. Each god commands reverence and fear, their domains shaping the destinies of mortals and immortals alike. Through divine agents and manifestations of their will, they guide and influence the unfolding saga of the world, embodying the virtues and vices that define their cosmic roles.

The Outer Planes of Aurôrum

The Outer Planes are realms shaped by and devoted to specific moral and ethical alignments, forming the foundation of the cosmic order in Aurôrum. These planes exist beyond the material world, serving as the ultimate destinations for souls and the domains of the powerful Astral Gods. Each Outer Plane embodies distinct alignment principles, creating diverse and often contrasting environments and cultures.

Alignment-Driven Realms

The Outer Planes are intrinsically tied to the alignments of good, evil, law, chaos, and even neutrality. These realms resonate with the very essence of these alignments, influencing everything within them. The alignment of a plane dictates its inhabitants, architecture, and even the physical and metaphysical laws governing it. For example, a lawful good plane is a bastion of order, justice, and benevolence, while a chaotic evil plane is a tumultuous expanse of malevolence and anarchy.

Home of the Astral Gods

The Astral Gods, deities of immense power and influence, make their homes in these Outer Planes. Each god’s realm reflects their divine nature and the alignment they personify. These gods oversee the moral and ethical aspects of the universe, sending their loyal agents to guide and influence mortals. The Outer Planes are not just their abodes but also the centers of their power, where they draw strength and exert their divine will.

Traversing the Outer Planes

Traveling to the Outer Planes is a journey into the heart of alignment itself. Visitors find themselves immersed in the plane’s defining traits, experiencing its ethos firsthand. Good-aligned planes offer refuge and solace, while evil-aligned planes pose dangers and temptations. Lawful planes exhibit meticulous structure, and chaotic planes teem with unpredictability.

Adventurers and scholars who venture into the Outer Planes do so seeking wisdom, power, or favor from the Astral Gods. However, such journeys are fraught with peril, as the very nature of these realms can challenge and change those who tread their paths. The Outer Planes serve as the ultimate test of one’s convictions and alignment, shaping destinies in the grand tapestry of Aurôrum.

The Astral Gods

Eminent Gods

• Alnair: Neutral Good deity of the sun, life, growth, renewal, and guidance.
• Caldor: True Neutral deity of balance, equilibrium, and nature.
• Lady Eravil Dark Eyes: Lawful Evil goddess of tolerance, law, and strategy; the Vigilant Goddess of War.
• Vroga Waruk: Chaotic Neutral god of battle and freedom; the Breaker of Chains.

Medial Gods

• Marg: True Neutral deity of death, judgment, souls, and the afterlife.
• Thalindra: Chaotic Good goddess of exploration, adventure, and wanderlust.
• Winifred Orenda: Lawful Neutral goddess of cartography, glyphs, literature, and scribes.

Nether Gods

• Isara: Neutral Good deity of healing, compassion, and mercy.
• Lord Rickard: True Neutral deity of self-reflection, individualism, and understanding, and of the masks, lies, and redemption that attend them.
• Tavius: Neutral Good god of innovation, creativity, and progress.
• The Wyrd Twins: Chaotic Good (Miranda) and Chaotic Evil (Kharos) twin deities of luck, fate, and chaos.