> [!infobox] > ![[Nixzotl.png]] > ###### Information > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Titles** | The Weaver of Dreams, Mistress of the Slumbering Realm, The Silent Muse | > | **Domain** | Dreams | > | **Gender** | Feminine | > | **Alignment** | Neutral | > | **Artifact(s)** | Flail | > # Symbol > ![[Nixzotl Symbol.png]] ### **Description** **Nixzotl, the Dreamer** is the enigmatic goddess of dreams, imagination, and the slumbering mind. Known for existing almost entirely within the Dreamscape — a vast, ethereal plane where mortal consciousness drifts during sleep — Nixzotl rarely manifests in the waking world. Instead, she influences the minds of those who slumber, weaving intricate visions that guide, inspire, or even warn. Those seeking restful sleep, pleasant dreams, or clarity for their ambitions often offer prayers to Nixzotl. Some believe her dreams carry hidden messages, while others claim she plants ideas directly into the minds of visionaries, artists, and mystics. Despite her passive nature, Nixzotl’s influence is far-reaching. Her realm is said to overlap with the Shadowfell and the Feywild, giving her dominion over both wondrous dreams and nightmarish visions. Worshippers believe that those who betray her trust or defile her temples may be haunted by endless, tormenting nightmares. ### **Appearance** Nixzotl’s form is fluid and ethereal, as if woven from mist and starlight. She appears as a tall, graceful figure draped in flowing robes that shift like drifting fog. Her face is veiled, yet her glowing eyes — one violet, one silver — are always visible through the mist. Those who see her often describe her as both calming and unsettling, her presence lingering like a half-remembered dream. Her hair seems woven from strands of shadow and shimmering starlight, and her voice is said to echo like distant whispers carried by the wind. Nixzotl rarely speaks directly, instead choosing to communicate through symbols, cryptic visions, or fragments of forgotten memories. ### **Worshippers and Clergy** Nixzotl’s faithful are a diverse group, consisting of dreamers, mystics, poets, and those who explore the mysteries of the subconscious. Her clergy, known as **The Veiled**, dedicate themselves to studying the Dreamscape, believing that the mind’s wanderings hold powerful truths. Many serve as counselors, guiding others through grief, trauma, or spiritual enlightenment by interpreting dreams. **Common Worshippers Include:** - Artists and poets seeking inspiration - Mystics and oracles searching for insight through visions - Sleepwalkers and those plagued by nightmares seeking protection - Adventurers who believe Nixzotl's dreams may reveal their destiny ### **Dogma** Nixzotl’s teachings emphasize patience, introspection, and the exploration of one’s mind. Her followers believe that imagination is a powerful tool and that the subconscious holds answers that cannot be found in the waking world. **Core Tenets:** - Embrace the unknown — understanding often lies in what cannot be seen. - Dreams are whispers of hidden truths; listen carefully, for they speak in riddles. - Imagination is boundless — nurture it as you would your soul. ### **Manifestations** Nixzotl’s presence is often felt through sudden waves of fatigue, faint whispers in moments of solitude, or brief flashes of surreal imagery seen just before sleep. Dreams that seem too vivid or symbolic are often believed to be her work. **Her favored omens include:** - A sudden drop in temperature during sleep - Glowing patterns or symbols appearing in dreams - The distant sound of a lullaby with no apparent source In rare cases, Nixzotl may send a **Dream Warden**, a spectral figure cloaked in mist, to deliver her messages directly to mortals. ### **Relations with Other Deities** Nixzotl’s connection to the divine is complex. While she shares a mutual respect with **Isyn, the Artist**, for their shared role in inspiring creativity, she is often distanced from more active or militant deities. Her relationship with **Ana, the Witch**, is one of quiet cooperation — both goddesses are deeply tied to nature's untamed mysteries, and Ana’s domain often blurs with the Dreamscape’s ethereal borders. **Ezrasil, the Trickster** delights in disturbing Nixzotl’s serene realm by warping dreams into chaotic visions, while Nixzotl is rumored to hold a hidden rivalry with **Aztis, the Arcane**, due to their contrasting influences on thought and discovery. ### **Holy Days and Rituals** - **The Night of the Hundred Visions:** Once per year, followers of Nixzotl gather in quiet vigil, drinking a special herbal brew said to heighten the mind’s connection to the Dreamscape. It is believed that during this night, Nixzotl grants prophetic dreams to those deemed worthy. - **The Whisper’s Eve:** A tradition where worshippers record their most recent dream onto parchment, sealing it in a silver vial and tossing it into a still body of water. This is believed to guide their thoughts to Nixzotl’s domain for protection or guidance. ### **Favored Weapons and Tools** Nixzotl’s favored weapon is the **flail**, representing the chaotic and fluid nature of dreams. Her followers also craft **dreamcatchers**, believed to trap nightmarish visions and ward off ill omens. ### **Myths and Legends** - **The Dreamer’s Door:** One legend speaks of a hidden gateway within the Dreamscape — a place where one may speak to Nixzotl directly. However, only those who enter a state of pure, undisturbed sleep can find this elusive path. Few who claim to have found the Door remember what lies beyond. - **The Endless Slumber:** A tale warns of a once-powerful tyrant who mocked Nixzotl’s influence, declaring dreams worthless. Enraged, Nixzotl cast him into a cursed sleep, where he wanders the Dreamscape endlessly. It is said that travelers who dream of a lost figure in black robes have briefly glimpsed the cursed king’s tormented spirit.