An Elder God of the [[Pantheon of Isemar]] also referred to as the Sovereign of Fate ![[Thalor.webp]] **Domains:** Fate, Knowledge, Magic **Alignment:** True Neutral **Appearance:** Thalor is an ethereal being, neither male nor female, whose form is often depicted as a tall, cloaked figure with robes that shimmer with the constellations of the night sky. The blindfold they wear symbolizes their impartiality, while the hourglass staff they carry is a representation of time's constant flow and reversal. **Personality:** Thalor is calm, enigmatic, and distant. They rarely intervene directly in mortal affairs, believing that fate should unfold as it will. However, they are not entirely detached; those who seek to understand the threads of fate or the deep mysteries of the universe might find themselves guided by subtle signs and omens. **Sign:** A blindfolded eye over a star-filled hourglass. The eye represents Thalor's all-seeing nature despite the blindfold, symbolizing impartiality. The hourglass filled with stars indicates the flow of time and the cosmos. **Worship Practices:** Thalor's followers are often scholars, seers, and mages. His temples are grand libraries or observatories where the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of the cosmos is paramount. Rituals to Thalor often involve the reading of the stars or the casting of runes to discern fate's will. Offerings typically include rare books, manuscripts, or artefacts of ancient knowledge. **Key Myths:** - **The Weaving of the Tapestry:** It is said that Thalor wove the tapestry of reality at the dawn of time, each thread representing a life, an event, or a choice. The War of the Gods threatened to unravel this tapestry, but Thalor intervened, repairing the damage and ensuring the continuity of existence. - **The Gift of Prophecy:** Thalor is credited with granting mortals the ability to glimpse the future, though only in fragmented visions. This gift was a double-edged sword, as knowing one's fate often leads to attempts to change it, which Thalor views with both amusement and disinterest. **Notable Relationships:** - **With [[Avaris]] ([[Avaris|Whisperer of Secrets]]):** [[Avaris]] serves as an emissary of Thalor, often acting as a gatherer of hidden knowledge and secrets. Thalor respects [[Avaris]]' talents and entrusts them with the protection of certain cosmic secrets. Their relationship is one of mutual respect, with [[Avaris]] acting as a subtle extension of Thalor's will. - **With [[Vorthas]] (The [[Vorthas|Deceiver]]):** Thalor finds [[Vorthas]]' chaotic nature both frustrating and intriguing. While Thalor sees the necessity of chaos in the balance of fate, they also work to ensure [[Vorthas]]' schemes do not unravel the fabric of reality. Their relationship is a constant dance of order and chaos, with Thalor sometimes allowing [[Vorthas]]' plots to play out if they serve a greater purpose. - **With [[Neroth]] ([[Neroth|Harbinger of Death]]):** Thalor and [[Neroth]] share a deep, mutual understanding. Thalor weaves the threads of fate, and [[Neroth]] ensures that those threads are eventually severed. Their relationship is professional and devoid of emotion, as both deities see their roles as essential to the balance of the cosmos.