[30], However, the battle left Selne deeply wounded, and thereafter her power would wax and wane with the ages, though she would gain strength from alliances with her daughters and sons, as well as interloper deities from other planes. She always appears as a radiantly beautiful red-haired woman of incredible charm. JavaScript is currently disabled. Ive got a Paladin in my latest game that worships Selune, the moon goddess. Many rituals revered a woman's role as a teacher and role model, both in the home and in society. [1] They fought incessantly to undercut the other. The entire complex is surrounded by a great garden surrounding several circular buildings, all connected to a large central chamber. LG NG CG LN N CN LE NE CE [3] LG NG CG LN N CN LE NE CE [2] LG NG CG LN N CN LE NE CE [4] [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][note 1] In the Shining Lands of Durpar, Estagund, and Var the Golden, Selne was known as Lucha, She Who Guides, and her worship was part of belief in the Adama. Novices are charged with the words of the goddess: Let all on whom my light falls be welcome if they desire to be so. Hers was the moon's mysterious power, the heavenly force that governed the world's tides and a mother's reproductive cycles, caused lycanthropes to shift form, and drew one to the brink of madness, and back again. FOES: Shar, Umberlee, Mask, Moander (now dead). The Mystery of the Night must be performed at least once a year by every priest. They struggled tirelessly against the followers of Mask and other dark deities. Worshipers, Clergy & Temples Sehanine's faithful view life as a series of mysteries veiled by Sehanine herself. [3][4][5] When beseeched by her clergy, she always responded. [7] Followers of the Moonmaiden would often set bowls of milk outside on nights when the moon was full. Her church's main objective is to fight evil lycanthropes and summon the Shards, blue-haired female planetar servants of Selne, to battle the minions of her archnemesis and twin, Shar. It levitates in its glass case and glows with a soft, silvery-blue light, though it has no other known magical powers. Selunes priesthood is as diverse as her worshipers, with hers being truly a faith that promotes equal access and understanding. He failed, but as he lay dying beneath a desert moon, Selne healed him through divine intervention. For example, Priestess of the High Moonlight Naneatha Suaril was high priestess of the House of the Moon in Waterdeep. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. The holy symbol of Selne. The symbol of the church was the holy symbol of the goddess: a pair of eyes, of a darkly beautiful human woman, encircled by seven silver stars. This was draining and injurious, but easily healed with time or magic. The Shards can grow wings or banish them as they desire and have long, flowing blue hair and pearly-white skin. A pendant with the symbol of Sehanine Moonbow. Once the cloak has been used to cast a spell, it can't be used to cast that spell again until the next moonrise. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. They then went to see the false Selne for themselves. [2] In the city of Yhaunn, young acolytes of Moonshadow Hall wore blue and silver robes.[25]. 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. Her relationship with Sune and Lliira is still extremely friendly and cooperative. Her faithful, coming from many walks of life, viewed her in countless different ways, and she reflected this. The preferred weapon of the clergy of Selune is a smooth-headed mace called the moons hand. I did the same things when I tried figuring out what she wanted because my character had a rock that glowed in the moonlight and knew my direction. Finally, do what I never did and GET THE MOONBLADE. From the residues of these struggles emerged the original deities of magic, war, disease, murder, death, and others. [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. [4][5] However, her favored weapon was the Rod of Four Moons (also called the Wand of Four Moons), a four-flanged heavy mace of potent magical power. This was in the belief that the moon subtly influenced the cycles of the female body, and thus she felt closest to Selne during the full moon. Here she is known as Lucha, She Who Guides. A stone with Selne's symbol etched on the surface. [25] Selne would also create moonfire for her faithful during a ritual, which could enchant items or the worshipers themselves. Together, they created from the cosmic ether Abeir-Toril and the other heavenly bodies and infused these worlds with life. you will have instant access to your previous versions. Such was the case in the time of Netheril and in the great temples of cities like Waterdeep in the 14th century DR, but there were many variations at country shrines and temples and in other lands. Let all on whom my light falls be welcome if they desire to be so. After the Godswar, she went her own way again. [4][5] She was one of those gods worshiped by non-wicked tieflings of the late 15th century DR.[8], Even those not dedicated to Selne would pay their respects to her. In this way, Selune steadily gains worshipers from the ranks of those who look to the night sky for guidance. With the faith of Selne promoting equality and understanding for all, and with her wide assortment of worshipers, her priesthood were just as diverse and eclectic. Mystryl balanced the conflict and mediated an uneasy truce. Thus Conner became the guardian of the cat lord's heir. She encourages her worshipers to do the following: Never lose hope or faith, for every force in the world ebbs and flows. [27] Other signs were the colors blue and silver and the appearance of moonstones. This magical energy combined to form the goddess Mystryl, the original goddess of magic. They act rapidly in response to threats from Shar and her priesthood. Her worshipers believe that she will guide them to the most profitable customers. We think you'll have a much more enjoyable experience. Selne May Selne guide your steps in the night, and bring them to the new dawn. [1][2][3][4][6][7] Common features were feminine symbols, small gardens, and reflecting ponds. Turn to the moon, and 1 will be your true guide.. [68], Moonstones were believed to be sacred to Selne by her followers. [9] In the time of Netheril, she was an ally of Mystryl, Jannath, and Tyche. If you wish to make a request, please contact us (individual requests are not always granted or guaranteed). The greatest and most beautiful temple to Selune is the House of the Moon in Waterdeep, where Priestess of the High Moonlight (or to the uninitiated, simply High Priestess) Naneatha Suaril holds court in a gilt-domed temple whose ornate new gates depict Selune triumphantly hurling Shar down into the spires of Waterdeep as the faithful say she did during the Time of Troubles. The temple guards took Luna prisoner at the avatar's direction. Sailors and navigators, who traveled by the stars, often prayed to the Night White Lady to protect them from Umberlee, the Queen of the Depths. [2][3] Taught to be compassionate, they were usually patient and accepting of everybody, with an understanding ear and a healing hand. [1][3][4][5][6][7][8] They looked to Selne for guidance, courage, and strength, while couples hoped she would bless them with children when the time was right. Favored weapon [1][3][4][5][6][7][8] She was also worshiped by illusionists, some sages, and good thieves. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. They could even dance until they collapsed in exhaustion. However, since these sources also say Lord Ao created Realmspace, it is likely that this "father" is Ao. [1] Regardless, most Faernian humans believed the moon to be the goddess herself watching over the world and the lights that trailed behind it to be her tears, from both joy and sorrow.[8]. It must be stressed that outside of Waterdeep and other larger city temples, many departures from these forms of titles will be found. Once the cloak has been used to cast a spell, it can't be used to cast that spell again until the next moonrise. [14], Suiting the goddess's chaotic and changeable ways, the church hierarchy was highly variable, shifting from place to place and even with the predictable phase of the moon and other, unpredictable heavenly events. [1][2][3][7] They all worshiped Selne in their own personal ways,[2][3] but whatever their differences they were friendly to one another and cooperated in relative but boisterous peace. She is barefoot and wearing a long white robe with a silver cloth belt. 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. The church of Selne was associated with a number of religious orders: The church was also affiliated with the Harpers. The only other symbol of office is a staff wound about with vines and flowers. [1][2], In everyday life, Selnites wore fashionable but not gaudy attire. [24], If the goddess was pleased by a ceremony, she bathed the milk or wine poured on the altar with moonlight, transforming it into a holy substance known as moonfire. Her church's main objective is to fight evil lycanthropes and summon the Shards, blue-haired female planetar servants of Selne, to battle the minions of her archnemesis and twin, Shar. Most of these images were created by this website, and are meant for PERSONAL USE only (if you wish to use these images for commercial purposes, please contact us). A sewn patch with the symbol of Sehanine Moonbow. [2] In the time of Netheril, however, the spellcasting clergy were only silverstars. Trust in my radiance, and know that all love alive under my light shall know my blessing. [65], Her holy symbol was a bright pair of eyes of a darkly beautiful human woman, encircled by seven silver stars. [7] Even evil thieves would try to placate her. Selne to Shar during their battle over Waterdeep. [28], In the time of Netheril, and later in the Shining Lands under the guise of Lucha, she was believed to guide herders to good pastures, to aid ships lost on the sea and travelers lost in the wilds, to deliver love to those who sought it and bless marriages, to guarantee the safety of births, and to watch over relationships and connections between people. This long-sighted approach allowed priests to grow content, happy, and prominent, and saw the clergy gain influence and strength. These rituals are often called night stalks and during them her priests reaffirm their closeness to the Night White Lady and commune with her when possible. Before the Time of Troubles, Selune had served Sune for some centuries after being independent for millennia. It can be safely said that as the moon changes, so does the nature of the moon goddess. [4], Although the church had no central base, its greatest and most magnificent temple was the House of the Moon in Waterdeep in the 14th century DR. Because of it, much Selnite activity took place in Waterdeep and its environs. Selnite doctrine implied that the moon had a subtle effect on the natural cycles of the female body; at a full moon, a female cleric felt closest to the goddess. [2][3][4][7] As every force in the world ebbed and flowed, she encouraged her followers to never lose faith or lose hope, yet still struggle to hold back the tide of evil and bring light to the darkness. The folk here favored the worship of She Who Guides. 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. Named Luna, she ran the Selne's Smile inn and tavern in the city. However, at dawn the next day, the Shards elevated one mortal priestess to their ranks, before they departed for the planes. Paladin recovered there while studying the dusty tomes and murals before dedicating himself to Selune. [5][63], The Zakharan deity Selan was a moon goddess who shared a similar name and outlook with Selne, but had a somewhat different area of interest, namely beauty. [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. She is carrying a staff wound about with vines and flowers. [2][3][4][6][7] Fellow Selnites were treated as dear friends and were to be aided freely. [4][5] In Netheril, Selne blessed all things beautiful purely for the sake of their beauty, and granted visions to people who desired them for good purposes. Selunite clergy embroider their rituals into quite individual, unique observances. Selune is worshiped by a mixed bag of followers: navigators, sailors, women, female spellcasters (especially those born under a full moon or interested in divination), good- and neutral-aligned lycanthtopes, those who work honestly at night, those seeking protection from Shar, the lost, the questing, and those curious about the future. [47], However, Selne had weakened herself and sacrificed her immortal youthful vitality and beauty, aging thousands of years. Higher-ranked clergy were instead known as "Priestess/Priest of the" followed by a term traditional to the shrine or temple with which the priest was affiliated. Dawn the next day, the moon was full to Selune that this `` father '' is.. 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