Epheal

Goddess of Law, Civilization, and Justice

The Law Bearer

The inspiration behind many great inventions, the creation of vast cities, and law and order within a society, Epheal claims dominion over civilization. Judges and rulers pay respect at her temples, which are central structures in many cities across Riven. Peace and order through structure and law guide the will of her devout followers. The Law Bearer has a tempestuous romance with Iona the Wild Mother, a furious love that is tempered only when civilization and nature are in balance.
The Lady of the Scale's godstone once sat along the vast plains of Ashus, but recently was excavated by the floating city of Providence and has now been moved to its Progress Square. On its carvings, it shows Epheal holding her scales above a sprawling and functional metropolis of her design, clockwork cogs ticking along the walls of the buildings as they expand towards the heavens.

Depiction

Erathis is shown in most texts and statues as a hooded, armored woman sitting atop a throne of pillars. Her eyes are generally obscured by a blindfold and her face is depicted without expression, giving her presence an impartial yet imposing nature.

Enemies

Those who seek to undermine the importance of civilization and justice often weigh heavy on Epheal's scales. Important Betrayer Gods of this nature would be the Thousand Pierced Beast Valhir, who is an additional enemy of the Law Bearer's lover Iona, and the Ruiner Gordrakka.

Divine Domains

• Knowledge
• Order
• Peace

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Axe or Sword with Engraved Scales.

Tenets of Faith

• Utilize the company and aid of others. The efforts of the individual often pale against the capabilities of the community.
• Strive to tame the wilds in the name of civilization, and defend the points of light and order against the chaos of darkness.
• Uphold and revere the spirit of invention. Create new settlements, build where inspiration strikes, and expand the edicts of the Law Bearer.

Holidays

The Law Bearer’s holy day is Civilization’s Dawn, which is celebrated on the autumnal equinox, usually the twenty-second day of the ninth month. On this day festivals are held to celebrate the progress of civilization, and in Providence, a great day of ingenuity sweeps across the topside streets where inventors and academics show off their newest designs.

Divine Classification

Goddess

Alignment

Lawful Neutral

Honorary & Occupational Titles

• The Lady of the Scales
• Bringer of Justice

Gender

Female

Realm of Worship

• Civilization
• Order
• Justice
• Law
• Progress