Mynair

“Tides and Grace Return”

Colors: Blue, white, silver

Symbols: dolphins, swans, a seahorse a crown of shells, tidal waves, the moon, a lighthouse, a unicorn, a narwhal

Mynair was the goddess of all waters, though she was specifically associated with the ocean and things within. Mynair–as an embodiment of grace and power–was the Patron God of artists, performers, and many nobility. She was one of the many Divine lovers of Beodhen, though he was formally her consort.

Mynair’s death resulted in The Blood War, or the unseating of Hyrnedhna and T’rer, as well as the ascension of T’zyri. In the year 500 Sela (it is currently 534 Sela), Mynair’s creatures, the Mynaira, caused a great flood that destroyed the majority of the coastal forests inhabited by Hyrnedhna’s creatures. In immediate retaliation, Hyrnedhna slew Mynair and half the Mynaira, running the seas red with blood. T’rer, as the God of vigilance and judgement ruled Hyrnedhna’s action just: Beodhen flew into an immediate rage, condemning the murder of Mynair and the ability of one God to determine fairness among their peers.

Beodhen called up arms against Hyrnedhna and, should he maintain the ruling, T’rer. While the Sisters refused to engage in the violent conflict and forbid their followers from doing so, they agreed with Beodhen’s ruling; Nepheris, bound in service to the Pantheon, remained neutral though agreed with the Sisters–this forced T’rer to abdicate his seat which was quickly occupied by his twin sister, T’zyri. Beodhen called his followers to war and was amply supported by the followers of Mynair, as well as some who supported Nepheris. While the battle was vicious, Beodhen emerged victorious, forcing Hyrnedhna off her throne and into dormancy. As a move of victory, Beodhen claimed not only control of the Mynaira, but also Hyrnedhna’s wild creatures, the Hyrnedhnai. He abandoned his title, The Golden Prince, and seized the title The King of Beasts. T’zyri and Beodhen then advocated for equal power among all gods as based on the strength of their followers–this put Beodhen in a powerful position, though not enough to topple the popularity of Nepheris or Kasamei.

Followers of Mynair

Of all followers of the Fallen Gods, followers of Mynair are the most common. Many still actively worship her and, given Beodhen’s power in the Pantheon, her worship is supported.

The vast majority of Mynair’s followers have some connection to the ocean, be they seafarers, fisherfolk, or merely visionaries captured by its depths.

In addition to Mortal followers, Mynair, like Hyrnedhna, has a specific group of followers: these are the Mynaira. Humanoid beings of ancient legacy, the Mynaira are the sea creatures that continue to populate Mortal stories. Many were slaughtered during the Blood War, and the remaining ones are under Beodhen’s unique protection.

To play a follower of Mynair is to play a character associated with a goodly, if nature bound, God. Do not play a follower of Mynair if you want to play a character with less savory morals.

Mynair and the Layfolk

Mynair’s reputation is largely positive. Much of the continent relies on the bounties of the sea and many people live along the coast. Mynair has long been worshipped as a natural part of Circadian life, and, despite her death, she is still largely respected.

Costuming and Appearance

Particularly since her death, Mynair’s followers dress themselves in the goddess’s image. They wear flowing, beautiful fabrics in white, blue, and silver, decorating themselves with seashells and other nautical ornaments. Mynair’s followers are often cited for the grace and elegance of their appearance.

The Blessed

The Blessed of Mynair take on appearances reminiscent of the ocean and its creatures. They sometimes grow scales, fins, and even gills.