> [!infobox] > ![[Vespera.jpg|300]] > ###### Information > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Titles** | The Dreaming Star, Keeper of the Twilight, The Night's Embrace | > | **Domain** | Twilight, Knowledge, Peace | > | **Gender** | Feminine | > | **Alignment** | Neutral Good | > | **Artifact(s)** | Lantern | > # Symbol > ![[Vespera.png]] ### **Description** Vespera, the **Goddess of Night and Dreams**, was one of the **Benevolent Old Gods** — a gentle and protective presence who watched over the world during the quiet hours of night. As the twilight veil swept across the sky, Vespera’s influence guided travelers, calmed restless souls, and nurtured those seeking peace in slumber. Vespera was seen as the silent guardian who protected the vulnerable during the night — shielding mortals from unseen threats while weaving visions of hope and wisdom into their dreams. She held a unique bond with those who suffered from grief or anxiety, soothing their minds and offering glimpses of comfort and clarity through her dreamwoven messages. When the **Malevolent Old Tyrant Gods** threatened to plunge the world into endless corruption, Vespera joined the Benevolent Gods to banish them. Sacrificing her presence in the mortal realm, she disappeared alongside her kin to ensure the Tyrant Gods’ imprisonment. Since her absence, nightmares have grown more potent, and the boundary between restful slumber and chaotic visions has become more fragile. ### **Appearance** Vespera appeared as a veiled figure cloaked in layers of star-speckled silk, her form blending seamlessly with the night sky. Her hair shimmered like strands of silver starlight, cascading past her shoulders. Her eyes were radiant pools of indigo light — soft yet endless, like the vast expanse of the night. She moved in slow, graceful motions, leaving a faint trail of glowing stardust wherever she walked. ### **Tenets of Vespera** 1. **Embrace the Night’s Calm:** The night is a time for reflection, rest, and renewal. Cherish its peace. 2. **Guard the Sleeping:** Protect those vulnerable in slumber, and offer comfort to those troubled by their own minds. 3. **Weave Dreams with Purpose:** Visions are powerful; let your aspirations inspire hope rather than fear. ### **Holy Weapon** **The Starshroud** — A lantern of dark metal that holds a suspended orb of silvery light. Said to banish unnatural darkness, calm the fearful, and reveal hidden dangers lurking in shadow. When wielded by the faithful, it can cast protective barriers and guide lost souls home. ### **Worship and Rituals** Vespera’s followers gather under starlit skies to offer prayers and meditations. Rituals are often quiet and reflective, involving candles, incense, and whispered hymns. Dreamers often keep journals of their visions, believing that Vespera’s guidance may be hidden within them. During the **Night's Embrace**, an annual festival held on the longest night of the year, her followers light lanterns to honor her protection and guidance. It is said that particularly vivid or prophetic dreams are most likely to occur on this sacred night. ### **Legacy** Though Vespera no longer walks the world, her presence lingers in the soft glow of moonlight and the hush of the midnight breeze. Many claim to have felt her calming presence in times of grief or despair, and some say her voice still whispers in dreams — a reminder that hope endures even in the darkest hours.