Lions

The Conduit's of Urmur

Lions are a unique species within the Serpents Alliance Universe. With an appearance similar to their real-life name-sake the significant differences come in their connection to the Deity known as Urmur. Lions act as a physical body or conduit for the god, allowing him to possess them and speak with them telepathically. Lions are not born of regular circumstances, Urmur had designed their creation so that there would only be one conduit for him to possess for a period of 500 years. After which a new conduit would be created at the Cave of Urm. The creation process for a lion requires a large amount of magical energy, this energy is supplied by The Vines of Urm. The vines themselves are connected to a lay line that transmits magic from Urmur's great source. Originally the vines only siphoned small amounts of magic as to slowly create the next conduit over the current Lion's 500-year lifespan. Both male and female lions share similar characteristics. Both present with a mane, often of different coloration to their main fur. When acting as the conduit this mane will burst to blue flames, the voice of the creature will alter and overlap with the gods as they speak. When not acting as The Conduit lions possess their own will and thoughts, they are often aware of their connection to their god and understand their purpose as their connection to the mortal plane.