![[The_Echoist.png]] > The only good is knowledge, and the only evil is ignorance. > [!success] The Echoist > #### [[Prime Deities|Prime Deity]] > ![[Symbol-Echoist.png]] > > [!question] Domains > Knowledge, Skill, Prophecy, Innovation > > --- > > > [!question] Aliases > The Lorekeeper, The Whisper of Ages, The Weaver The Echoist's influence spans across all of the [[Shattered Realms]] where she is revered as the goddess of knowledge, skill, prophecy, and innovation. ## Nature and Influence The Echoist embodies the pursuit and preservation of knowledge in all its forms. She is the keeper of the world's history and memories, overseeing the accumulation and dissemination of wisdom across the ages. ## Appearance and Symbols Depictions of The Echoist vary, but she is often portrayed as a figure floating upwards, her arms in an outward embrace. Her symbol is commonly drawn as an ear, representing the acquisition of knowledge. In some cultures, she is represented as an elephant, symbolizing memory and wisdom. Other cultures depict her symbol as an open eye within a book or scroll. ## Divine Role and Personality As the goddess of knowledge and prophecy, The Echoist is deeply invested in the pursuit and protection of information. She values wisdom and foresight, encouraging her followers to seek understanding in all things. Her association with innovation suggests she also prizes the application of knowledge to create new and progressive ideas. The Echoist is said to speak in riddles and metaphors, believing that the journey to understanding is as valuable as the knowledge itself. She is also known to occasionally grant visions of possible futures to her most devoted followers, though these are often cryptic and open to interpretation. ## Worship and Followers The Echoist is widely worshipped across the Shattered Realms, with followers from all walks of life. However, her most devoted followers include wizards, scholars, archivists, sages, and tacticians. Libraries and academies are often built in her name, serving as centers of learning and fonts of knowledge. Her followers believe that the pursuit of knowledge is a sacred duty and many dedicate their lives to uncovering new secrets or preserving ancient wisdoms. ### Worship Practices To her followers, regular study and research are considered the pinnacle forms of worship. Her followers often engage in debates and philosophical discussions as a way to honor her. No act is holier than the sharing of information and new discoveries. Members of [[The Argentyne Order of the Mirror Moon]] are known to practice meditation techniques that allow them to "listen" for The Echoist's whispers of wisdom. [^1]: Deity names and titles often vary across different cultures and regions within the Shattered Realms, and the names provided here may not be exhaustive; your character may encounter or prefer alternative names for these entities in their own experiences and/or traditions. #### Tags #deity #prime-creator