Aquios

Intro:

Aquios is a popular god, particularly for those who make their life in the water, or rely on water. He favours those who adapt to changing situations but are persistent in achieving their goals.

Dogma:

Rules are excellent guides for proper living, but too many rules stagnate adaptability. Planning for long-term survival is key to maintaining a burgeoning culture. Water is a perfect element that provides life, wears down mountains, conforms to its environments, is at once ever-changing and all changing without losing its integrity.

Major Centres of Worship:

Most of his land-based major centers of worship were destroyed during the Ascension when the Pangaea of Haven was torn asunder, creating the continents of Aerith. The coastal towns and the temples associated with them were destroyed, with most of the remaining temples being maintained by water-based creatures such as the Merfolk, Tritons, Water Genasi, and Marid.

Relations with other gods:

Aquios is brother to Ignis and his relationship with her is strained. They are opposites and fight frequently, though they both love each other. Ignis and Aquios will go centuries without talking to each other, get together in a friendly manner, and then part again in anger. Ignis’ husband, Anamare, is friends with Aquios and the two often talk about Ignis and how to maintain a good relationship.

Description:

Aquios appears most often as a large, personified tidal wave. When dealing with mortals of the coasts he may appear as a simple fisherman, providing fish to those who are hungry. He is often seen wearing a blue vest, with green waves sewn into it, green shorts, a tan fishermen cap, a fishing pole on his back, and carrying a bucket filled with fish. The fishing pole also serves as Aquios’ favourite weapon, and he is very proficient in swatting enemies, or casting a line to drag people in.

Other Manifestations:

When a rainfall puts out a fire or a strong wave brings lost boat to shore, these are signs of Aquios’ presence. A strong tidal wave bringing in fish or food from the sea is also a manifestation of Aquios’ pleasure. Fish suddenly rotting is a sign of his displeasure.

(pronounced Ak-wee-os)

Portfolio: 

Water. Persistence, Sustenance, Adaptability

Symbol: 

Tidal wave with a generic face

Alignment: 

Lawful Neutral

Typical Worshippers: 

Aquan Genasi, Merfolk, Marid, Triton