The Celestial Sentry
Aerithia the Celestial Sentry is the divine guardian of the sky, weather, and the natural world
beloved throughout the realms by druids, farmers, and all who depend upon nature's bounty.
Known as the gentle protector of the heavens, mistress of wind and storm, and nurturing
guardian of all living things, Aerithia's boundless grace encompasses the celestial realm
and safeguards the natural order from those who would corrupt it. Her blessing is sought by
rangers and cultivators alike.
Sky & Heavens - Aerithia embodies the infinite expanse of the celestial realm,
governing the movement of clouds, the dance of stars, and the eternal cycles of day and night.
Weather & Storms - As the mistress of meteorological forces, Aerithia commands the winds,
rains, and tempests that bring both life-giving water and cleansing renewal to the world.
Nature & Growth - The goddess nurtures all natural life while
protecting the wilderness from those who would exploit or destroy the delicate balance.
Protection & Sanctuary - Aerithia teaches that the strong must shelter the weak,
and that true strength lies in preserving rather than conquering the natural world.
Aerithia is depicted as a graceful figure with flowing robes that shimmer like aurora,
often shown floating among clouds while eagles and other sky-born creatures circle
respectfully around her. Her hair moves like wind-touched grass even in perfect stillness.
Aerithia is often depicted with a serene expression and watchful eyes, embodying the
protective vigilance and nurturing care she offers to all who respect the natural order.
Holy Symbols:
- The Crowned Eagle (majestic eagle bearing a crown of stars)
- The Storm's Eye (calm center surrounded by swirling winds)
- The Growing Spiral (spiral representing natural cycles and growth)
- The Sky Mirror (crystal reflecting the infinite heavens)
Aerithia's temples are built on high places and open to the sky, adorned with
living gardens and wind chimes that sing with celestial harmonies. The largest temple, the
Palace of Winds Sanctuary built atop Mount Skyreach, features the Altar of Endless Sky
said to be directly beneath a permanent opening to Celestia itself. Worship involves offerings of
seeds and saplings, weather blessings for crops, and vows to protect the natural world.
Major Holy Days:
- The Sky Dance (Summer Solstice) - Most celebrated festival honoring the peak of natural power
- The Storm's Blessing (Spring Equinox) - Celebrating renewal and the life-bringing rains
- The Harvest Guard - Annual ceremony blessing the protection of crops and wildlife
Location: Palace of Winds Sanctuary, Mount Skyreach
Half-elven druid who has served Aerithia for over 150 years
Wind Wardens - Elite priest-druids who protect sacred groves and patrol the wildlands
Storm Speakers - Traveling priests who bless crops and predict weather patterns
The Sky Warden - The High Priestess who speaks for Aerithia in matters of natural balance
Cloud Touched - Apprentice priests learning the sacred connection between sky and earth
It is said that when the world was first formed from stone and flame, Aerithia breathed
life into the barren landscape with the first winds. She lifted water into the sky to
form clouds, created the cycles of weather that would nourish all life, and built
Celestia as a realm where the perfect harmony of nature could exist eternally.
During the Age of Withering, when a terrible drought threatened to destroy all life,
Aerithia herself descended to walk among the dying lands. Wherever her feet touched
the earth, springs bubbled forth and plants burst into bloom. The Green Paths that
still cross the continent mark her divine journey during this crisis.
Ancient texts speak of a time when Aerithia will unite all the forces of nature
in perfect harmony, creating an age where storms bring only blessings and every
seed finds fertile ground. Some believe this refers to the healing of all wounded
lands, while others think it speaks of nature reclaiming dominion over civilization.
With the recent expansion of settlements into previously untouched wilderness areas and
concerns about magical pollution affecting natural growth patterns - deforestation for
new cities, strange blights affecting crops, and unusual weather patterns that disrupt
traditional farming cycles - many faithful believe Aerithia is calling for greater
respect for natural boundaries. Prayers for her protection have increased, and several
druids claim to have received visions warning of ecological consequences if current
trends continue unchecked.