Fantasy Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ-ZAO-Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Lore

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The Gods and Goddesses of Zao

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There are many deities that the Zaonians worship (More to come. If you have a suggestion for a type tell me and I can make it)

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• Ola- is the intersex God/Goddess of the Zao world. More powerful than all the others, Ola keeps the peace in the world and the order going. Ola’s emotions affect the world, but normally has an even temper. Ola does not marry and has been known to have many lovers including humans. Ola’s symbol is an infinity symbol. Ola does not have a specific appearance.
  

• Demetri- is the God of benevolence, forgiveness, and loyalty. A motherly and caring God that usually stops the others from making a mess and guides Ola in the right direction. Does not hold grudges and is very light hearted. Acts as Ola's companion. Takes the form of loyal animals.
  

• Alati- is the Goddess of the waters. Being a mermaid like creature, she is worshiped by all those that are one with water like species and abilities. She is the one who graced her own heritage to her children who showed the same promise. She causes floods, provides water to the sky, and keeps the water pure.
  

• Thana- is the Goddess of the dead. She is similar to a bird carrying of the dead to a place where they shall be protected. She is the least worshiped of the Gods and Goddesses since most fear death. She knows who, when, and why someone will die. She can even save and prolong life.
  

• Omar- is the God of beauty and love taking the form of many beautiful pelted animals. He is very vain god, but also loving god. He is said to been lover to many goddesses and Gods being a very bisexual man. He is the protector of the beautiful. He is also the son of Ola.
  

• Mousiki- is the goddess of music and healing. She takes form of many singing animals, but her main appearance is of a unicorn. She is the creator of music and gracious the ability of healing to her children. The daughter of Omar and Alati.
  

• Machi- is the Goddess of war. She is a strict, sometimes brutal Goddess that can take the form of the most powerful of creatures. She is known to ride on the back of her dragon and fight alongside those that which pray for her strength. She is the sister of Mousiki.
  

• Kyna- is the huntress, protector of the prey and predator, and protector of woman in child birth. She is the Goddess they pray for when they go to hunt and for when birth is about to occur. She takes the form of the most skilled hunters, but also the weakest of prey. Daughter of Ola and Demetri.
  

• Sofian- is the God of Wisdom. A very wise God that protects the precious gift of knowing. He takes the form of the wisest of animals, but is seen most as an owl.
  

• Fotia- is the goddess of Fire, forge, and peace. Though it is her job to provide every animal and person on Zao there weapons like claws for cats, she is a very peaceful Goddess. She fawns over Omar and is the daughter of Thana.
  

• Soi- is the God of Home and tradition. Takes the form of the most pack like animals. He protects traditions and lore. He keeps the stories going and teaches children that family and community are important. He is a very well loved God by many. Son of Ola.
  

• Tala- is the youngest Goddess and the trouble maker. She likes to pull pranks on the other Gods and the people below. She is childlike and the protector of innocence. She takes the form of young animals and brings messages to the other Gods. She is the daughter of Thana.
  

• Epochi- is the God of Seasons and Harvest. He takes the form of many nature helping animals. He is a very beautiful, sweet God that has a light touch. He is the son of Ola.
  

• Zilia- Is the Goddess of Envy and Greed. She is what causes The Zaonians to want and desire as well as have ambition. She is not always a bad Goddess for everyone needs ambition and drive. Daughter of Alati
  

Pictures of The Gods and Goddesses:

Ola does not have a true form. Ola is what you want Ola to be.

Demetri

Alati

Thana

Omar

Mousiki

Machi

Kyna

Sofian

Fotia

Soi

Tala

Epochi

Zilia

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The First Zaonian

This story takes place billions of years ago, when normal Zaonians walked the Earth along side their animals. Ola ruled over them peacefully, watching as the two fought for land, food, and survival. Not liking Zaonians and animals being at war together, Ola gave the ability to combine spirits to the people of Zao. In the middle of battle, Zaonians met eyes with the animals they fought and were swept into each other, becoming one through body and spirit. They could now see what pain they caused and how the animals were just like them. Seeking to become united, Zaonians built communities with their animal counter parts and became peaceful.
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The Zaonians of the Water

Alati had always been jealous of Ola's power over the lands and wished to have her own people to control. She loved her animals, but she felt they were missing something like she was. Seeing the longing in a few special young Zaonian's eyes, she lured them into the water never to return to land. Zaonians became afraid of the waters, fearful that their children would be taken, since it was only children 8 or younger that could be taken. Alati failed many times even drowning children in her desire to have them. Tears filled her waters along with blood of sacrifices that the Zaonians started to make thinking that would appease the Goddess. Disappointed in herself, Alati hid away and cried for the pain she caused. Why couldn't she do what Ola does? Thana, being brought forth by all the death, found Alati and told her that the children that had died were not sad and wished to join her in the waters she just needed to find a better way.


Swallowing her pride and envy, she asked Ola for the ability to create water Zaonians. Seeing the desire and love in Alati's eyes, Ola granted her wish, but said she must not force them down, they must find their own way. Soon Alati had many Zaonians in her waters and her heart was filled. The deaths of those children shall not be forgotten and she loves all her children with a powerful passion.
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