Serene Circle
Irori’s realm in the Great Beyond is called the Serene Circle—a large, flat space within Axis, a lush garden broken by footpaths and scattered with large rock outcroppings. The few buildings typically resemble Vudrani temples, palaces, or monasteries, though the enlightened claim they can see aspects of all of these structures in each, as if the buildings appear in whatever shape is needed. The god’s divine servants walk the paths, discussing philosophy and taking breaks to practice meditation, martial arts, or breathing exercises. Most have been reincarnated dozens of times, aided by Irori in experiencing life anew again and again, refining their souls’ fundamental experience and nearness to perfection with each life. Those who choose to return to the Material Plane again and again help others find wisdom, often acting as mentors, antagonists, or martyrs. At the god’s insistence, Axis’s native inevitables and formians are forbidden to enter the Serene Circle, for their alien nature and constant noise are disruptive to the sense of tranquility he seeks. A few fortunate mortals may receive visions of this place, with its serenity motivating them to continue their work toward perfection.