Kuon
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Kuon is the patron of herbs and flowers, which many consider odd for a former giantman.
In the days following the Ur-Daemon War, he unabashedly knelt beside Imaera, working to heal the green growing things of Elanthia. It was at his suggestion that Imaera gave certain herbs healing properties, for Kuon felt that, while the help of the Arkati was well and good, the lesser beings should have a way to help themselves. Imaera was impressed with this gentle giant, and at the end of his allotted span of life, she gave him the gift of immortality. It is said that as long as there is a single green leaf upon the planet, Kuon will be there, nurturing it back into health. Flowers grow spontaneously in his wake, and go uncrushed beneath his steps.
Kuon's form is that of an immense giantman in his thirties with hazel eyes, light brown hair and a hulking presence. His shimmering green, amber and brown robes are unable to hide his massive shoulders. In manner he is gentle and kind, but has a bad temper once pushed far enough. His symbol is a gold leaf on a field of brown.
Shrines, Statuary, and Holy Places
Cleric Guilds
Displayed in the Prayer Rooms of each Cleric Guild is a state of Amasalen. These prayer rooms are considered a holy shrine to multiple deities.
Although the statue is small it depicts a very tall, very muscular giantman. In one massive hand he holds a pair of pruning shears, in the other is a small branch with the leaves still attached. He is presented as pushing back an unruly shock of hair with his wrist. The grin on his face carries an aura of good-natured gentleness.
K>touch Kuon
You reach out and touch the statue of Kuon.
A deep and rumbling, yet gentle, chuckle rolls through your mind. "The gods help those that help themselves, Orah," says the voice. "Instead of begging for help from the gods, beg the gods to tell you how you can best help, and you will find yourself contented."
Wehnimer's Landing Cleric Guild
Located in the Antechamber of Others is a statue of Kuon. This area is not considered a holy shrine.
Though the statue is small, it is easy to tell that the giantman carved here is of immense proportions. Relatively young, and handsome for his race, he has expressive hazel eyes and light brown hair. Barely covering his shoulders are shimmering robes of green, amber, and brown. The symbol for this giantman is a gold leaf on a field of brown.
River's Rest Cleric Guild
One of the Halls of Lessons in the River's Rest Cleric Guild is dedicated to Kuon. The statue is identical to that in the other Cleric Guilds. It is considered a holy shrine.
[Cleric Guild, Hall of Lessons]
Large deep green tapestries flutter softly along the walls, each of the simple cloth banners stitched with a design of a different healing herb. Narrow channels filled with rich soil house a collection of small plants and flowers, each basking in the sunlight that streams through two large windows overhead. A statue of a man with a gentle-mannered expression on his face stands to the southwest, behind a wooden altar crawling with vines.
Obvious exits: northeast
Fashioned in a simplistic manner from faded driftwood, the altar displays a large, dried golden-hued leaf upon its face. Its uppermost portions house deep brown earth, ivy vines sprouting from the rich soil and trailing down the altar to give it the feel of nature's touch. Upon the surface of the dirt lies an open book.
In the Common language, it reads:
"Plants hold secrets and powers to help us, plants hold beauty unsurpassed. Work to till the earth for plants to live and receive the blessings of Kuon, for the Green knows that each rely on the other for aid."
Hearthstone Manor, Wehnimer's Landing
There is a holy shrine dedicated to Kuon in the Hearthstone Manor Herb Garden.
[Hearthstone, Herb Garden]
Herbs of all types and colors are spread before you, sure to delight the most discriminating chefs and empaths, even as they delight the casual visitor to this garden. Laid out in rectangular beds edged by walkways, the colors and textures intermingle in a seemingly untamed maze. Stone benches are spotted throughout the garden, and in the center of the maze of walkways stands a marble statue. You also see a small vine-covered shack nestled among some shade trees, a shady garden path, a hollow tree stump and a rough-hewn oak door.
Obvious paths: none
>look at statue
Carved of white marble, the statue takes on the green tint of the plants surrounding it. Closer inspection reveals a robed figure, large and protective of the growth which seems to flourish under his watchful eye.
Related articles
- The Gods of Elanthia - Kuon, the Green (official documentation)
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