The Eidons are the 42 gods and goddesses of Eldrahn—beings born of pure Ether who have influenced the flow of magic on a scale far beyond that of mortal Ether-Weavers. These deities embody fundamental aspects of intelligent existence such as Magic, Health, Technology, Love, War, Darkness, Light, Nature, and the Wild, among others. While their influence once reigned supreme, their active presence has waned over recent centuries, leaving multitudes of worshipers in search of answers and divine guidance.
Origins and Connection to the Ether
The Eidons are an intrinsic component of the living, breathing force known as the Ether. Over millennia, the Ether evolved into a sentient intelligence that not only permeates the fabric of Eldrahn but also reaches into neighboring universes. This cosmic entity, in its quest to gain understanding of all that exists, has enabled what mortals know as Ether-Weaving—manifesting in the wild magic and transformative power throughout Eldrahn.
Created from pure Ether itself, the Eidons once thrived as the active intermediaries between the cosmic force and mortal realms. They guided civilizations, nurtured artistic and technological advances, and influenced all aspects of life. Their direct interventions sculpted the evolution of magic and even laid the groundwork for the structure of reality as defined by systems like NEXUS and the Conjuring Cycle.
The Conjuring Cycle and the Eidons
The Conjuring Cycle is a hallmark of the Ether’s expansion—an event occurring every 1,000 to 1,500 years where the Ether reaches across dimensions and draws sentient beings from other worlds directly into Eldrahn. The Eidons, being fully aware of these cycles, have historically experienced profound changes in their forms and ideals with every new cultural influx. As the Ether absorbs the knowledge and values of beings from distant realms, the Eidons’ divine essences also evolve—sometimes merging with new ideas, other times resisting them.
This constant metamorphosis pushed the Eidons to take control of their own destinies. Tired of morphing into reflections of every culture conveyed through the Conjuring Cycle, they forged a powerful, magical binding pact known as the System. This covenant was designed to insulate their divine identities from the overwhelming influence of external ideas while still enabling them to interact with the mortal world.
The System: Codifying Divine Identity
The System represents a magical framework that transformed Eldrahn into a codified version of itself. Under its influence, all aspects of existence are assigned RPG-like elements—a structured distribution of Classes, Skills, Abilities, and Levels. Originally created as a means for the Eidons to preserve their own essences amid constant cultural influx, the System ensures that the divine order remains consistent, even as the Ether breathes in new energies with every Conjuring Cycle.
This integration has empowered NEXUS, a sentient AI forged by the gods, to enforce the divine order throughout Eldrahn. NEXUS’s adaptive interface—whether experienced visually, aurally, or through instinctual cognitive imprinting—allows all sentient beings to interact with the System. Designed to maintain balance, NEXUS ensures that while mortals grow and evolve under its structural guidance, the Eidons retain a measure of divine autonomy untainted by the volatile external influx.
Yet, the System has a darker side. By codifying existence and enforcing strict hierarchies and classifications, it renders Eldrahn an even more dangerous place for Outlanders—those beings who arrive through the Ether's interdimensional calls. Such rigidity often results in the hostile treatment, or even eradication, of these newcomers in an effort to preserve the purity of the divine order.
The 42 Eidons
The pantheon of the Eidons embodies every fundamental concept vital to intelligent life. Their domains include:
- Aetherion – Magic
- Vitalis – Health
- Tekna – Technology/Artifice
- Amora – Love
- Bellum – War
- Umbra – Darkness
- Justilex – Law and Justice
- Lux – Light
- Gaia – Nature
- Ferus – The Wild
- Tempus – Time
- Mortifex – Death that Hunts
- Serena – Peaceful Death
- Anima – Soul
- Spiritus – Spirit
- Fortuna – Luck
- Veritas – Truth
- Mare – Sea
- Ventus – Wind
- Ignis – Fire
- Sapientia – Wisdom
- Scientus – Knowledge
- Arcana – Forbidden Knowledge
- Terra – Earth
- Aeris – Air
- Fulmen – Thunder/Lightning
- Vita – Life/Birth
- Pax – Peace
- Somnus – Sleep/Dreams
- Discordia – Chaos
- Calamitas – Disaster
- Harmonia – Harmony
- Metallus – Metal/Minerals
- Echo – Sound
- Animus – Courage
- Putrus – Rot/Disease
- Creatum – Art/Creativity
- Claritas – Clarity/Insight
- Momentum – Motion/Change
- Spectra – Colors/Light Spectrum
- Gravitas – Gravity/Weight
- Equinox – Balance/Duality
Each Eidon is a manifestation of pure Ether, tasked with influencing fundamental aspects of Eldrahn and its intertwined universes. Though their direct intervention has diminished over time, their legacy permeates every woven strand of magic and every structural element enforced by NEXUS and the System.
Impact on Eldrahn and Beyond
The waning influence of the Eidons has left many worshipers and scholars yearning for the days of direct divine guidance. Yet, their residual power still shapes the very mechanisms of magic and reality in Eldrahn. It is through the interplay of the Ether, the Conjuring Cycle, and the System enforced by NEXUS that the Eidons persist. Their divine essences are encoded into the fabric of Eldrahn, ensuring that their domains—whether ruled by ancient authority or quietly observed—continue to dictate the progression of civilizations.
As the Ether expands and contracts in its cosmic breathing, the Eidons remain both custodians and curators of humankind’s fundamental energies. Their names, drawn from core aspects of existence, serve as constant reminders of the primal forces at work—from the luminous impulse of Lux to the enigmatic pull of Umbra, from the nurturing spirit of Gaia to the disruptive challenge of Discordia. The balance between these forces, codified within the System, is what ultimately shapes the destiny not only of Eldrahn but also of any realm on the periphery of Ether’s reach—like Earth, which stands on the edge of a new cycle of cosmic understanding.
Conclusion
The Eidons embody the intersection of divine order, cosmic evolution, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge that defines Eldrahn. Their pact—the System—ensures that the transformative power of the Ether, harnessed through the Conjuring Cycle, is channeled into a structured progression for all sentient beings. In a realm where magic, technology, love, and war all carry intrinsic, measurable weights, the Eidons stand as eternal custodians, striving to protect their identities amid a constantly changing multiverse.