Eryndor
Titles: The Original Artificer
Domains: Time
Symbol: Spectacles
Alignment: NG
Power Rating: Intermediate
Realms: Oerth
Eryndor appears as an androgynous figure in flowing robes adorned with intricate patterns that resemble equations and blueprints. A halo of gyroscopic rings floats above his head, ever in motion, and he holds a golden compass in one hand and a complex mechanical device in the other. His eyes glow with an inner light that seems to fluctuate in color, reflecting the ever-changing nature of scientific discovery.
Eryndor emerged in the early epochs of creation, at a time when the universe was still raw and undefined. Infused with an insatiable curiosity, he sought to explore the laws that governed existence and bring a sense of order to the cosmic chaos. Venturing through realms unknown and dimensions unfathomable, Eryndor embarked on a tireless quest for knowledge and mastery over the natural world.
Through millennia of focused study and experimentation, Eryndor made groundbreaking discoveries in physics, chemistry, and biology. His work laid the foundation for countless technological advancements, forever changing the way mortals interacted with the world around them. Impressed by his relentless quest for understanding, the deities of Greyhawk elevated him to the role of The Original Artificer, the divine embodiment of science and innovation.
Known as Artificers and Scientists, Eryndor's followers are drawn from a broad range of intellectual pursuits, including researchers, engineers, alchemists, and more. These devotees view Eryndor as the ultimate source of inspiration and seek his blessings to guide their scientific endeavors and innovations. Temples dedicated to Eryndor often function as academies, filled with libraries, laboratories, and workshops to further the pursuit of knowledge.
"The Epoch of Enlightenment" marks a transformative period when a divine artifact known as Eryndor's Prism was discovered. This multifaceted crystal amplified the deity's influence, enabling significant scientific breakthroughs across the realms. It remains a closely guarded secret within his most sacred temple, where select scholars are allowed to study its properties.
Arielle the Innovator, a brilliant artificer known for crafting devices that defy the laws of physics, serves as Eryndor’s earthly representative. Entrusted with a shard of Eryndor’s Prism, Arielle seeks to disseminate the divine wisdom of science and foster a new age of discovery.