Astel

(a.k.a. The Dreamer)

In the beginning, the humans and the Other People were given the day for work and play and the night for rest. Night has fallen, and now Astel goes about their duty. Their magical canvas trails behind them as they silently sail through the air, going from heart to heart and mind to mind. With a flash of their paintbrush they breathe life onto the canvas -- an image here, an idea there. Then they transfer the ideas, the dreams, the imagination to the mortal minds.

Divine Domains

Astel is the god of dreams and imagination. Consequently, art in all its forms -- music, literature, visual arts, theatre, etc. -- are heavily associated with them as well. The god acts as a muse of sorts, and worshippers will ask for their intervention when they want inspiration.
Stars and constellations have come to be viewed as domains for Astel. This may be because stars come out at night, when one sleeps and dreams. Additionally, the drawing of constellations is an art unto itself, and as previously stated, art is a domain of the dreaming god.

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Artistic tools are an arc symbol for Astel, as are books and constellations. A popular way to depict them is with them holding a paintbrush and a canvas or sheepskin. They may also be depicted as surrounded by colourful mists or a rainbow.

Physical Description

Special abilities

Abilities

Dream Control – Astel can put living creatures to sleep at will and manipulate their dreams. They also have the power to appear in dreams and give foresight through them.
Blessing – They are able to bless others with heightened thinking and imaginative powers.
Resistance – Like the other gods, Astel has no need to eat or sleep. They can withstand extreme conditions that humans and Other People would not survive.
Flight & Levitation – They have levitation powers which actually surpass those of their father, and can fly at will. Astel may casually float when bored.
Teleportation -- Astel has mild teleportation abilities, and also can travel interdimensionally without need for a portal.
Invulnerability to Weapons – Traditional weapons cannot harm Astel, and they cannot be killed in any case. They are weak to anti-magical materials, however.

Debuffs

Magic Neutralisation – Anti-magical materials interfere with some of Astel’s powers, much in the same way they affect their father.
Power Limitations – Astel is a young god and must train to increase the power of their abilities.
Mute – Astel is totally mute, for unknown reasons, and must communicate via means other than speech. They may use writing, hand signals, and projected imagery to talk to others.

Mental characteristics

Personal history

Astel was born from Herobrine at an unknown period during the Gold Age. The exact time, circumstances, and other parent (if there is one) of Astel's birth is one of his well-kept secrets. Not long after their birth, Herobrine took them to the Aether and presented them to the other gods. Then they both retreated to an unknown place in the Overworld wilderness so Herobrine could help Astel develop their godly powers.

Gender Identity

Astel is non-binary. The proper way to refer to them is with they/them pronouns.

Sexuality

They have no time for such foolishness! Call them asexual.

Accomplishments & Achievements

Being the god of dreams and imagination, Astel is responsible for inspiring a great deal of art and deep thought in sapient beings. They have revealed prophecies and mysterious visions to certain people throughout time. While they think of it as their duty, Astel does enjoy inspiring creativity.

Morality & Philosophy

Astel believes that all humans and Other People are basically good. They promote creativity and free thinking at all times.

Personality Characteristics

Motivation

Astel aims to bring creativity, light, and joy to the world. They are motivated to benefit humanity and Other People with their powers.

Social

Family Ties

Initiator/Creator (grandparent)
Hogimal (uncle)

Turavus (aunt)
Ses'ser (uncle)
Herobrine (father)
Yona (cousin)
Celes (cousin)
Avalan (cousin)

Social Aptitude

Like their father, Astel is more introverted than not. They are not, however, shy at all and will approach others to engage. They prefer one-on-one interaction.

Speech

Astel, being mute, cannot really "speak." They use alternative methods of communication, such as written messages and dream intervention. Additionally, Astel can vocalise through shouts, groans, sighs, and other non-verbal sounds. Generally, they communicate in a well-paced, purposeful manner.

Divine Classification

God

Religions

• Initiaism

Church/Cult

Initiaism

Circumstances of Birth

Born from Herobrine after his return from exile.

Gender

???

Eyes

Grey; glow white under certain circumstances

Hair

Short, sleek, and raven black

Skin Tone/Pigmentation

Pale brown

Height

1.7 m (in human form)

Known Languages

Like their father and most of the other gods, Astel "speaks" all sapient races' languages. They do not actually speak, but can communicate in any language or dialect.