These images are for individual DMs to use in personal campaigns, to provide visual cues and examples for their players. Thus the connection between the two remains a mystery, though Selne's earlier Netherese incarnation was also a goddess of beauty. They then went to see the false Selne for themselves. No lycanthrope could attack her. Very sad, please get it for me and be the Guardian of Light for Selune. [2][4][7][note 5], Suiting the changeable and individual nature of both church and goddess, the holy sites of Selne varied across the land. [1][2][3][4][5][9] Under the subsequent World Tree cosmology, the Gates of the Moon was considered its own plane. Not to stroke too much to Sailor Moon but Selune kinda also follows the fighting evil by moonlight, winning love by daylight mantra. [4], Selne was believed to be one of the oldest deities known in Faern. [25] Selne would also create moonfire for her faithful during a ritual, which could enchant items or the worshipers themselves. [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 wearing a silvery-white diaphanous gown with a silver lash sash around the waist, and simple sandals on her feet. 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. Spellcasters and barbarians too, if they don't use armor or shields. Worshipers: Female spellcasters, good and neutral lycanthropes, navigators, monks (Sun Soul), sailors Luna confronted her, the other called her deluded and attacked her with spells and finally used the Wand of the Four Moons to knock Luna out. However, since these sources also say Lord Ao created Realmspace, it is likely that this "father" is Ao. [30], Following the Godswar of 1358 DR, Selne and Sune parted on good terms and Selne was free to do as she willed again. The elite specialty priests of the goddess are known as silverstars. [4][7] Since then, she set out on her own once more, making new alliances in her unending war against Shar, such as with the new Mystra. Learning of this, Luna's friends Vajra, Kyriani, Onyx, and Timoth resolved to rescue her from the temple. Ascendant campaigns can view previous versions of their pages, see what has changed (and who did it), and even restore old versions. [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. Shar vanished, and this avatar of Selne became Luna once more. A circlet woven with vines and flowers rest on her brow. Meanwhile, the later priests of Selne had highly variable ceremonial costumes. Her near self-sacrifice bought time for Luna and her friends to escape the temple. [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. A subreddit dedicated to the various iterations of Dungeons & Dragons, from its First Edition roots to its One D&D future. Meanwhile, they communed and communicated personally with Selne through mental visions. They make much small coin by telling fortunes, because folk who try to read the stars never achieve the same success rate in predictions as do clergy members who can call on Selune for real guidance. Selune also struggles with Umberlee constantly over the fate of ships at sea and with Mask over the works of mischief and evil he performs in the shadows the moons soft glow creates. [66][67], According to Moonsea superstition, one who mocked Selne while aboard a ship would never complete their voyage. No shoes are worn at ceremonies. [4][7], During the full moon, a female cleric would perform morning ceremonies to make herself receptive to special insights, intuition, and visions. Selune is served by the Shards, a group of shining female servitors. An alternate symbol of Selne's faithful. Hawks and mice are not friends, despite both being beasts. [1] Meanwhile, those conceived under moonlight were believed to "have the moon alive within them" and expected to turn to the worship of Selne. [1] Lycanthropy was often known by the euphemism "Selne's Kiss"; one so touched was said to be "kissed by Selne". The eternal war between Selne and Shar was waged through their servitor creatures and mortal worshipers and thus their respective religions, reflecting the unending tension between good and light versus evil and dark. Selunes ethos seems to be one of acceptance and tolerance over any other overriding principle. 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. [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]. 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. Women were honored for their roles as teachers and as role models in society and in the family. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. They were fearless and did all they could to uncover, cure, or eliminate the affliction of lycanthropy. [47][note 4], Selne had been an independent deity for millennia, but her might waned and in time she came to serve Sune, goddess of love, for several centuries. Burlap sacks with the symbol of Sehanine Moonbow on the side. Mystryl balanced the conflict and mediated an uneasy truce. In this way, Selune steadily gains worshipers from the ranks of those who look to the night sky for guidance. The priests cast certain secret spells then prostrated themselves before an altar, where they fell into a deep trance. [1], In particular, she was commonly worshiped by human women. Against the far wall is an ornate white altar, flanked by two large braziers. Basic Information We think you'll have a much more enjoyable experience. The folk here favored the worship of She Who Guides. If you wish to submit an images to this site, please contact us. [1] Most goodly folk paid homage to Selne during the full moon. Ive read basically everything handy on the forgotten realms wiki and Im pleased with her advocacy of protecting the light forces of the world and combating darkness. [29], Selne dwelled in a planar realm called the Gates of the Moon. [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. 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. The false Selne had her completely under her control.[36]. Though it fell into the grip of evil beings, Selnites still hoped to liberate and restore it.[2]. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. There is no known proper name for the overall body of clergy dedicated to Selne, nor is there a unified formal organization. Her moon shined a light in the darkness, holding evil at bay. Others who labored by night at honest work prayed to her for similar reasons. Mooncloak. The tend to dress fashionably, but not gaudily, in day-to-day life. She was quietly mystical and, as a being of chaos, well used to change. [26], In both her avatars and her religious artwork, Selne appeared in many forms, like the phases of the moon. [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. Many of Faerun's residents live according to the dictates of the night sky, and hence Selne boasts a highly diverse body of worshipers: navigators, sailors, women, female spellcasters (especially those born under a full moon or interested in divination), good and neutral-aligned lycanthropes, those who work honestly at night, those seeking The goddess, now freed, used her own life force to imprison the monsters inside a pocket dimension within a moonstone, now known as Selne's Eye. [4][5], Again like the cycles of the moon, Selne had many and changing moods and natures. For example, a band of adventurers on a night-time raid might make an offering to Selne for guidance. [3][4][49][50] She kept her full divine powers and access to the planes behind a locked door in the inn and kept the Wand of the Four Moons at the House of the Moon, her local temple. [9], Babes born beneath a full moon often grew up to exhibit magical talent, thanks to Selne's link with Mystra. On Selunes Hallowing, a yearly Waterdhavian temple holiday, Naneatha carries it before her at the head of a parade of worshipers that leave the House of the Moon at moonrise and move down to the harbor. We've already been saving your edits, so if you She has wide, radiant, lime-green eyes and long, ivory-hued hair that falls to her knees. A large altar sits on a large dias in the middle of the room. Trust in my radiance, and know that all love alive under my light shall know my blessing. Selune is a beautiful, dusky-skinned human woman with long limbs. I might give the Paladin a Moonblade as a reward and have it unlock runes as they progress in levels so that its not a legendary weapon right out of the gate. Both skirt and collar are stiffened with whalebone and set with clusters of pearls and other gemstones. The holy symbol of Selne in the form of a silver pendant. Turn to the moon, and I will be your true guide. 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] She was also known as Bright Nydra in the Farsea Marshes; as Elah among the Bedine of Anauroch; and as Lucha, called She Who Guides, in the Shining Lands, where she was part of the faith of the Adama. When the moon was out, even if not visible, it was known as "moonlight". 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. For example, Naneatha Suaril, high priestess of the House of the Moon in Waterdeep, presided over ceremonies in a majestic dress with a wide-bottomed hooped skirt and a great fan-like collar ascending from the back of her neck, both stiffened with whalebone, all set with clusters of pearls and other precious stones. [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. [7][33][34][35][note 2], This greatly enraged Shar; she renewed her assault on her injured sister and began to blot out all light and warmth in the universe, or the lights of Selne, gravely weakening her. In the process, they formed the goddess Chauntea (at that time, the embodiment of all matter in Realmspace, later only of the world of Abeir-Toril), whom they worked with to bless the worlds with life. You should check them out. [7] However, Selne often provided her priests with temporary powers or spells to help them achieve the missions she gave them. She was followed by those who were lost and those who were questing. [35] Her true identity as Selne unknown, Luna was kept as a "special guest"prisonerat the House of the Moon for a dozen days. Cleric Alignments: CG, CN, NG This document contains the following: a poem for Selune worshippers Its members are led by a few Selunite crusaders, specialty priests, and mystics. The preferred weapon of the clergy of Selune is a smooth-headed mace called the moons hand. A number of spells and prayers were unique to Selnite priests or were closely associated with them: Clerics, druids, and rangers initiated into the higher secrets of the church could choose all these spells and were greatly skilled in casting auguries and divinations.[17]. [4], Selne was worshiped by the Netherese in the ancient empire of Netheril. The central chapel is large, circular, and open to the night sky. An assortment of evil beings and groups, from undead armies ruled by demiliches to gargoyle clans, have seized control of it over the years and used it to raid the surrounding land. Some swear that Naneatha can, by special request to the Moonmaiden, switch this duplicate with the real Wand of Four Moons and wield it in all its glory for short periods, but no witnesses to such an event have ever come forward. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. [54] Another Moonsea legend held that couples who came to Point Moonsea on the first night of Selne's first day and exchanged their vows would suffer no strife in their marriage. Wiki Le Monde des Royaumes Oublis (French). As a fellow Selune worshipper and one time boyfriend to the reincarnated physical form of her, welcome to the cause. Typical Selunite titles (in ascending order) include: Touched, Enstarred, Moonbathed, Silverbrow, Lunar, Initiate, and High Initiate. Selne to Shar during their battle over Waterdeep. [1][4][7][10] But, over time, she did indeed wax and wane in power and prominence. Adventuring Garb: In the field, the clergy members of the Selunite church dress practically for the task they are undertaking. Her nature, appearance, and mood all changed in turn with the phases of the moon. Finally, do what I never did and GET THE MOONBLADE. [23], Clerics prayed for their spells at night while facing the moon, if it was out and visible. Consumed with bitterness and loneliness, she vowed revenge and lurked in the darkness until her time to strike. [46], A legend titled the Song of Selne told of her as a youthful goddess, residing in a mystic realm populated by deities. If you wish to submit an images to this site, please contact us. Selne is the goddess of the moon in the Faernian pantheon. 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