Divicia

Written by Desyov

Goddess of Beauty, Craft, and Artistry (a.k.a. Di-Di)

Pronunciation - /dee-VEE-chee-aw/
Many gods have great stories of their creation, born with divine purpose and with a role to be filled. Not Divicia. Divicia was created of mortal will, with such combined adoration that her divinity could not be denied. Born a simple elf in the city of Filyn'Drast, Divicia was born surprisingly poor. Her family had little magical ability, with her father working as an assistant to a failing labor company, and mother staying at home to take care of her. Divicia watched the city around her with wonder, but also malice. "I deserve that." She thought, letting her mind race as she grew up. At even the youngest of ages she was staring up at the sky above in envy.
When Divicia was 16, her father was let go, and their family was left without work. Her mother had been attempting to take small part time jobs, but for elves the family was truly helpless. Neither parent could conjure even the dullest of sparks no matter how hard they tried, and so they looked to Divicia as their last hope. They sold their home, and found work on a small trade ship as hands, using all the money they could muster to send Divicia off to school. They let her pick. Any place she wanted so long as she could imagine a career in that thing. Divicia didn't have to think long before she knew exactly what she wanted to do.
Skip ahead seven years and her parents find themselves in Murinechire, in a place called The Diva, watching their daughter absolutely own a stage with thousands of eyes on it. A massive theater built upon the idea of Divicia herself. After leaving home, Divicia found a small dancing school in Murinechire and decided to dedicate herself to that. Within months, she was innovating, and teaching her mentors more than she'd been taught. Truly a prodigy. She quickly moved on to other crafts. Vocals, fashion, all kinds of instruments, visual art like illustration and sculpting, and so much more. Within a few years, her name was known all across the city, and thanks to it's location and influence, Sedden.

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Divicia had fans far and wide, and it came to a point where you'd have an incredibly difficult time finding someone in any connected settlement who didn't know her name. Even as a mortal she had organizations dedicated to her that rivaled that of divine clergies. Fans in the thousands dressing as her, mimicking her, and revering her through artwork and fashion. If she'd worn something, it became the new thing everyone had to wear, from those in the criminal space to the political, she set the trends. She'd be hired to coordinate military uniform or the visual aspects of great ships and vehicles. She was truly remarkable, and none could deny her.
The stories say that one day one of the gods themselves attended one of her shows, and was so in awe of the performance that in that very moment she was granted divinity. Though none can confirm this story to be true or not, the one thing they can confirm is her divinity. She moved onto bigger things than her shows in Murinechire, leaving those she felt suitable to fill her place in her stead. Leaders of her fanatics becoming clerics of her greatness, and those of great skill and reverence in her theater given her blessings. Even gone now, Divicia remains a household name, and will continue to for a long time.
Since her disappearance from Murinechine, many say she's been seen all across Argent. When Sear and Sedden first met, and the Seddenese shared their culture with the Searan, they were surprised to find out that Divicia was already known to them. Her songs and style had already found its way into their work as well. No matter where you go, Divicia will always remain iconic.

Divine Domains

Clerics of Divicia have access to the Artistry, Trickery, and Revelry domains when choosing their path.

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Divicia's holy symbol is different than other gods. Often a symbol of divinity will be forged by culture over millennia, but Divicia knows exactly what she wants. Her holy symbol, at least in most places, is her autograph. Written even in Sear, in Seddenese.

Most symbols of Divicia you'll find are copies or fakes, but if you can prove yours is authentic it can be worth in the thousands if not tens of thousands of gold.

Mental characteristics

Accomplishments & Achievements

Divicia is renowned as one of the best artists of our time, every time before us, and every time to come. Any theater with acknowledging has been graced with her performance, and in her time mortal she held every Seddenese award for artistry that could be achieved. In times since she's lost many of those seats, but many still revere her as being the true holder of those coveted spots.

Morality & Philosophy

• If you are good at something, flaunt it. If you deserve them, you'll soon find all eyes to soon be on you.
• Style is ever changing, be it art or beauty or literature. What is 'good' or 'bad' is really only part of that cycle. This generation war is out, next it might be in. Who are we to know what cosmic style may be next for us?
• There are plenty of skills in the world, and stopping at just one is really only a waste of potential. If you have successfully master one thing, you've shown the potential to master everything.

Wealth & Financial state

Though divine, Divicia owns plenty of property in some of the most expensive places in the world. Every home is decorated with the finest art and furniture, and are stocked with some of the most in style and master crafted clothing the world has to offer. Fans often flock to the gates of her estates to simply see the gorgeous architectural works on the other side of the fence.

Divine Classification

Lesser Deity

Species

Elf, Avariel

Realm

The Diva

Honorary & Occupational Titles

The Winged Beauty, The Queen of Style, Our Brightest Star

Eyes

Red at birth, though she often changes the tone with magic for different styles and looks

Hair

Similar to her eyes, Divicia's hair is always changing, though it's naturally a blueish toned white

Height

5'4''

Ruled Locations

• The Diva