d'Ouhb

Ethereal Enchantress, Mistress of Mists, Scalding Seductress

d’Ouhb, the goddess of the Plane of Steam, embodies the ethereal beauty and deceptive allure of steam. With a thick, voluptuous form, she exudes an otherworldly charm that masks her malevolent intent. d’Ouhb’s dominion over steam represents both the nurturing warmth and the scalding danger hidden within the misty vapors, luring in followers with promises of power and protection while subtly twisting their wills to her own dark purposes. However, for several generations now, d’Ouhb has fallen silent, her influence waning and her once-devoted followers left in a state of uncertainty.

History

d’Ouhb’s origins are not known of Erôth. Legends tell of her emergence from the first primordial steam vents, a being of captivating beauty with a heart as cold as the deepest ocean. d’Ouhb’s rise to power involved the manipulation of both mortals and gods, using her allure to ensnare those who dared to seek her favor.

If this story is true, then over centuries, d’Ouhb has influenced countless events, often through subtle manipulation and deception. She thrives on the chaos and suffering of those who fall under her spell, finding delight in the misery of others. Her followers, enchanted by her ethereal beauty and the promise of protection and power, serve her with unwavering devotion, often unaware of the true cost of their allegiance.

However, in recent generations, d’Ouhb’s voice has faded, and her presence has diminished. Her once-flourishing temples have fallen into disrepair, and her followers struggle to maintain their faith amidst her seeming disappearance. Scholars and devotees debate the reasons for her silence, with some believing she has withdrawn to plot her return, while others fear she has been vanquished or fallen into a deep slumber.

Dogma

d’Ouhb teaches her followers to embrace the dual nature of steam: its nurturing warmth and its destructive potential. She encourages the use of charm and allure to achieve one’s goals, regardless of the consequences. Deception, manipulation, and the pursuit of personal gain are central to her teachings, with an emphasis on the transient and ever-changing nature of existence. Despite her silence, her dogma still holds sway over those who seek her elusive favor.

Tenets of Faith

• Accept Change: Embrace the transient nature of existence and adapt to the ever-shifting circumstances.
• Embrace Duality: Recognize the dual nature of steam and life, finding strength in both nurturing and destruction.
• Master Deception: Use charm, allure, and manipulation to achieve your desires.
• Worship Beauty: Honor the ethereal and captivating beauty of d’Ouhb in all its forms.

Rituals and Practices

• Mirror Gazing: Worshipers gaze into mirrors through steam, seeking visions and guidance from d’Ouhb.
• Scalding Baptism: Initiates are ritually cleansed with scalding steam, symbolizing their commitment to d’Ouhb.
• Veiled Ceremonies: Rituals are performed in secrecy, with participants hidden behind veils of steam.

Consequences of Transgression

• Eternal Mist: Enclosed in a steam-filled chamber for days, experiencing disorienting hallucinations and a loss of sense.
• Exile into Silence: Transgressors are banished from the community and forced to wander alone, shunned and unheard by others.
• Scalding Retribution: Subjected to scalding steam as a painful reminder of their transgressions.
• Veil of Shame: Marked with a permanent steam burn that shifts and undulates, indicating their disgrace to all who see them.

Worshipers

d’Ouhb’s followers are drawn from all walks of life, united by their fascination with her beauty and the power she represents. Her devotees include sorcerers, seducers, and those who seek to harness the dual nature of steam for their own purposes. While many are drawn to her for personal gain and power, others genuinely believe in her promise of protection and prosperity, hoping to use her gifts to safeguard their communities or enhance their own lives. They gather in hidden temples and secluded steam-filled chambers to perform rituals and seek d’Ouhb’s favor.

Orders and Sects

None

d’Ouhb’s following is now so small and sparse that she has no true orders or sects left.

Campaign Updates

Her mark is cut into stone southwest of Haudh-Gwenn. Behind the Crack, past the cage-hall the slavers were using, a pillared Mól chamber stands with a fountain running something closer to syrup than water, and five planar sigils set about it: Water, Steam, Salt, Ice, Slime. Two of them are named: hers, and Luhthar’s beside it (S1E10).

Whoever cut them worked a long time ago, and worked in a place nobody has kept up since.