Cut to the end of Lost Mines of Phandelver. A Sword of the Lady, one of Selne's crusaders. Sehanine Moonbow is the elven goddess of death, dreams, heavens, journeys, moon (full moon to be precise), moon elves, stars, and transcendence as well as the most powerful female member of the Seldarine. Additionally, you learn the spells water walk & levitate. She is carrying a staff wound about with vines and flowers. [2][3] There were also a scattered few lycanthropes, both natural and afflicted, but all of good heart. [2][3][4][7][24][note 4], The Conjuring of the Second Moon was conducted only on Shieldmeet, a day that occurred once every four years. [2][3] Taught to be compassionate, they were usually patient and accepting of everybody, with an understanding ear and a healing hand. Many sages expect Selune to rise again to great might among the powers, perhaps within their lifetimes. The central chapel is large, circular, and open to the night sky. All of these titles are followed by Priestess/Priest.. [2], Following the Godswar of 1358 DR, with her waxing faith, theologians of the 1360s DR predicted Selne would once again be elevated among the gods, possibly within their own lifetimes. Updated to post-Sundering status quo. Couples look to Selune to bless them with children when they are ready, and women look to her for courage, strength, and guidance. Domains: Light, Life [1][2][3][4] A Moon's Hand had a smooth head[1][2][3] representing the moon in a specific phase. Look into some of the arcs of that and see what you like and what inspires you. [7], This is the battle you and I must fight forever, Sharnight devouring the light of the moon, the moon replenishing itself. She ignited a heavenly bodythe Sunin order to give warmth to Chauntea. [2][3] However, there were still many commonalities and shared matters of faith. A hanging banner with the symbol of Sehanine Moonbow. Fortunately, a brave young wizard rode to her rescue, causing enough confusion and chaos that Selne could escape. Shes the light in the darkness that illuminates the path and protects travelers by night, by sea, and supports good lycanthropes. This conflict was later known as the Dawn War. The faithful of Selune yet hope to restore it to her care. A wrist tattoo with the symbol of Sehanine Moonbow. Two female eyes surrounded by seven stars, Mariners, travelers, people needing comfort, Pair of female eyes surrounded by seven silver stars, Two darkly beautiful human female eyes surrounded by a circle of seven silver stars, Circle of seven stars around two feminine eyes, This article is about the goddess. Selune is served by the Shards, a group of shining female servitors. Turn to the moon, and I will be your true guide. Others who labored by night at honest work prayed to her for similar reasons. [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][10][11][24], Selne and her teachings of compassion and guidance were appealing to all folk who lived their lives by the moonlit night sky, and hence her faithful were a very diverse group. These images are for individual DMs to use in personal campaigns, to provide visual cues and examples for their players. For one night only, the Shards would do as the clergy bade them, most often to combat the minions and dark forces of Shar. [6][7] Nevertheless, the great majority of members were women,[4] and the senior ranks were dominated by female humans. She could not be detected or revealed by divination magic unless she willed it. The one constant was her eternal conflict with Shar. Meanwhile, a holy word from her automatically banished evil extraplanar beings. Selune is a beautiful, dusky-skinned human woman with long limbs. The undying enmity between the two goddesses predates the existence of most, if not all, of the present-day existing Faetunian deities. Founded as a city of Selunites ages ago, its mythal is linked to the moon, and it appears only on certain moonlit nights as a ghostly, floating splendor of walls and towers only to disappear again. May Selne guide your steps in the night, and bring them to the new dawn. But Selne was already doing just that as Luna, and remained unaware. [54], When the city of Zhentil Keep in the Moonsea lands was ruined by the mad god Cyric's actions in the Year of the Banner, 1368 DR, the sacred Tear of Selne and the Seekers who found it were reported to have been in the city at the time. She bade the faithful to encourage and exemplify acceptance, equality and equal access, tolerance, and understanding; to treat all other beings as equals; and to make all welcome in the faith. Astrologers, diviners, fortune-tellers, mystics, and those just curious about the future acknowledged her as a ruler of fate. Although she is but an avatar of Selne, Luna has a history and personality distinct from the deity and is a regular character of the. Obsidian Portal has a lot of really cool features that use JavaScript. Honestly, I used a lot of Sailor Moon inspiration for my man and it turned out great. Alignment: Chaotic Good Worshipers: Selne's clerics are a very diverse group, including sailors, non-evil lycanthropes, mystics, and female spellcasters. Her priests work ceaselessly against those of Mask and other evil gods. She actively opposes the drow and their gods. And anything else you can think of. A quick search shows those are also her recommended domains in 5th Edition. The ranks of Selne's faithful include mariners, travelers, and those who seek comfort in the night. After several rituals failed to produce moonfire, the church began to grow desperate, trying various methods to regain the goddess's favor. A fortunate few pilgrims have witnessed drops of Selunes holy essencethe ingredient used in the making of her potionsfalling from the hovering wand or heard her whisper words of advice or encouragement in their heads as they gazed upon it. Selne is the goddess of the moon in the Faernian pantheon. [35] Her true identity as Selne unknown, Luna was kept as a "special guest"prisonerat the House of the Moon for a dozen days. High Initiate Courynna Jacerryl, upon receiving. [1][4] It was a jumble of clerics and specialty priests, crusaders and mystics, and blessed or well-informed lay worshipers. [2][4][5] She also made few demands of her followers. Impulsive and bored of a life of ease, she "borrowed" a wand of power from "her father" and used it to fly away in a bubble of force, so that she might experience life in other realms. One order of fanatic Selunites is known as the Swords of the Lady, who are often referred to colloquially as the Lunatics. [1], In particular, she was commonly worshiped by human women. They were fearless and did all they could to uncover, cure, or eliminate the affliction of lycanthropy. Below are images related to the deity. [30] Famously, Selne battled Shar over the streets of Waterdeep. A priest of Selne's faithful, often garbed in simple brown robes. [1], In the Shining Lands of Durpar, Estagund, and Var the Golden in southeast Faern, Selne was known as Lucha, She Who Guides. [7][33][34], When the primordials began to attack the newly born worlds of Realmspace, Shar and Selne set aside their differences temporarily and moved to defend those worlds against the threat. However, at dawn the next day, the Shards elevated one mortal priestess to their ranks, before they departed for the planes. Both skirt and collar are stiffened with whalebone and set with clusters of pearls and other gemstones. She was also allies with Angharradh, Corellon, and Cyrrollalee. Those titles that follow these in rank tend to begin with Priestess/Priest of the and end in some form traditional to the individual temple or shrine the priest is affiliated with. [30], She even led a squad of Lunatics against her friends when they came to rescue her. Around her neck is a thin silver chain with a single moonstone hanging down the front. Meanwhile, they communed and communicated personally with Selne through mental visions. Thus Conner became the guardian of the cat lord's heir. [1][4][7], In the mid14th century DR, Selne aided the god-like cat lords. She always appears as a radiantly beautiful red-haired woman of incredible charm. Her churches vary as do the phases of the moon, from opulent temples in Waterdeep to simple shrines in the Dalelands, from hermitages and hilltop dancing circles to ornate mansion temples. [2] In the city of Yhaunn, young acolytes of Moonshadow Hall wore blue and silver robes.[25]. Mooncloak. For example, a Selnite captured by Sharrans who spied a moonstone ring on one of their fingers would understand there was a spy in the cult. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. They would heal or help them if they could, or else escort them to the closest Selnite temple, where senior clerics could aid them. Updated to post-Sundering status quo. These were held on the nights of every full moon and new moon. [2][3][4][7], In Durpar in the Shining Lands, almost all marriages were conducted by priests of Lucha, as it was believed that the goddess watched over all marriages performed by her priests.[2]. [4], If pressed into battle, Selne was an awesome warrior, fighting with divine fury but with martial and magical skill in coordination. Empowered, Luna transformed into a true avatar of Selne. A wooden pendant with the symbol of Sehanine Moonbow. The holy symbol of Selne in the form of a silver pendant. The building is surrounded by columns, with a triangular blue-tiled roof. NOPE. JavaScript is currently disabled. Heavy mace[4][7] One was a dusky-skinned human woman with long limbs; perfect and exquisite beauty; wide, radiant, lime-green eyes; and long, ivory-hued hair that fell to her knees. They ranged from simple shrines, such as those in the Dalelands and oft in the wilderness, to amazing opulent temples like the House of the Moon in Waterdeep. Selune as Lucha is worshiped by nearly everyone in Durpar. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The heroes escaped to the ruins of Selne's Smile, where Shar ambushed them in the darkened guise of Selne, determined to revenge herself on the heroes and slay Selne once and for all. They could even dance until they collapsed in exhaustion. However, one did not believe her: Luna, the true avatar of Selne, who'd come with her friend Vajra to see for herself. Doors near the back lead to other areas of the temple. [4] Both kinds of priests were united in opposing evil lycanthropes when they threatened a community. [26], The itinerant Gurs of the Western Heartlands followed Selne, for she was a goddess of wanderers and navigation. The folk here favored the worship of She Who Guides. [17] There were also a number of lay worshipers who could not cast spells and had no special talents. Selne , so there's nothing to lose. [1][4][5][25] In this form, she guided travelers lost in the night or journeying over hazardous terrain, and came to shine for her faithful when light was needed for a delicate action. [4][5], She could not be damaged by electricity and light spells, and could not be affected by illusion, enchantment, or charm and charm sphere spells. Also known as Our Lady of Silver and the Moonmaiden, she is the Faernian goddess of light, the moon, stars, navigation, navigators, wanderers, questers, and goodly lycanthropes. Wondrous Item, uncommon (requires attunement) You gain a +1 bonus to AC and saving throws while you wear this cloak. Vajra and Luna went to investigate the other avatar. One night, a purported avatar of Selne arrived in Waterdeep and summoned the faithful to the House of the Moon, where she was welcomed by high priestess Naneatha Suaril. Then, for the first time, Selne and Shar were divided, being of two minds on whether they should let there be more life on the worlds or not. Your circle could be dedicated to Selune and the moon, and another circle could be dedicated to the sun and be your mortal enemies. Wondrous Item, uncommon (requires attunement). If you wish to make a request, please contact us (individual requests are not always granted or guaranteed). [48] At some point in the 1350s DR, known only as a mysterious woman, Selne appeared to Conner. As the goddess bade them, they were generous with their healing magic and charged very little for it. For example, Priestess of the High Moonlight Naneatha Suaril was high priestess of the House of the Moon in Waterdeep. The city of Opus was believed to have escaped the destruction visited upon the other Netherese enclaves. The false Selne had her completely under her control.[36]. It levitates in its glass case and glows with a soft, silvery-blue light, though it has no other known magical powers. [7] However, Selne often provided her priests with temporary powers or spells to help them achieve the missions she gave them. [26][30][52][53] Her light blasted away Shar's darkness, while she reminded her of their unceasing battle and the balance they must uphold, a balance restored by her friends. There were also humble hermitages, hilltop circles in which worshipers danced in the night, and ornate temple mansions, which were huge edifices with open-air courtyards or great skylights. [37] Their infiltration of the temple culminated in a battle with the Lunatics. [4][7][31] Under the Great Wheel cosmology, her realm stood on the plane of Ysgard, also called Gladsheim. If you wish to submit an images to this site, please contact us. Her worshipers believe that she will guide them to the most profitable customers. Her nature, appearance, and mood all changed in turn with the phases of the moon. [6][7][33][34][35] Shar was cast into her darkness for centuries, enabling light and warmth to bathe Abeir-Toril and the other worlds. [4], Selne was worshiped by the Netherese in the ancient empire of Netheril. Anywhere the full moon shines is the place for Selne. Such changes only affected her external appearance and did not reflect any change in might, at least to mortal eyes. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. In Tymora, Selne had saved all that was good and pure in Tyche. Shes pulling strings all over the place just to stop the Guardian of Light from appearing but little does she know youre already out there. [2], The goddess exhorted the faithful to find those who carried the curse of lycanthropy, and to cure those who desired release from it and to destroy those who surrendered to the beast inside. [3], The original ceremonial dress of the priests of Selne during the time of Netheril consisted of white robes, which could be either plain and unadorned or embroidered with silver and decorated with moonstones; a circlet of woven flowers or vines worn around the head; and no shoes. Our Lady of Silver is inclined to be lenient in matters of alignment and religious observance. Relationships A large altar sits on a large dias in the middle of the room. [1][2][3][4][5][9] Under the subsequent World Tree cosmology, the Gates of the Moon was considered its own plane. no risk refund guarantee However, there was no fire or heat on any of these bodies. The heroes unmasked one of Lunatics, expecting the dark goddess Shar but finding none other than a brainwashed Luna. Thanks! Wiki Le Monde des Royaumes Oublis (French). [2], The diverse faithful all paid homage to Selne in their own individual ways, often adapting the standard rituals into very personalized, even unique rites. [39] A temple dedicated to Selne, the Abbey of the Moon, was established in 3847DR.[40][41], In the Year of Sundered Webs, 339 DR, Karsus's Folly triggered the death of Mystryl and caused the cataclysmic Fall of Netheril. [42] She did indeed, spiriting the entire city and its citizens into the Gates of the Moon, where it was named Selnarra. I think most of that will come to you as you play and get a feel for the characters, and the impact they have on them. Forgotten Realms Wiki is a FANDOM Games Community. [37][38], Selne was worshiped by the Netherese in the ancient empire of Netheril, where she was known as part of the Netherese pantheon, alongside Shar, Mystryl, Jannath (later known as Chauntea), Amaunator, Jergal, Kozah, Moander, Targus, and Tyche. [1][2], In everyday life, Selnites wore fashionable but not gaudy attire. As for twists, I like when the thing goes WAY deeper than originally planned. Two darkly beautiful human female eyes surrounded by a circle of seven silver stars[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9] Among them were the first Mystra and the second Mystra, who was her greatest ally against Shar since 1358 DR. Eilistraee and Lliira, meanwhile, shared her love of frolicking under the moon. Novices were always known as the Called, while a full priest was known as Priestess or Priest, typically prefaced by Touched, Enstarred, Moonbathed, Silverbrow, Lunar, Initiate, and High Initiate, in order of increasing rank. Additionally, you learn the spells water walk & levitate. [2][3][4][7] Instead, the temple priests made good money by practicing astrology and telling fortunes. Her worship flourished in Thentia. [4][5], Again like the cycles of the moon, Selne had many and changing moods and natures. [11][31], In battle, Selne sometimes wielded a moon blade +3, in fact a lasting form of the moon blade spell. [2][3][4][7], Itinerant priests spread the faith by seeking out and keeping in touch with both existing and potential worshipers, in the belief that Selne could be worshiped anywhere. Cleric Alignments: CG, CN, NG The shaman promises the tribe a place at the top of the new world order and they follow her orders ardently. A crate with Selune's symbol on the side. It is a blessed night, and a good sign for you all, that Our Lady of Silver considers you worthy to see her gift. They would never forgive and never forget. 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