The Gods recognized by the inhabitants of Ythevion are confusing and contradicting in some cases. There is a deity whom answers everything single prayer they've recieved, there are some who don't answer a single prayer, there are some who have a whole religion under them with a simple or complex hierarchy, there are some whom only the few and isolated are blessed to know, there are Deities who only reveal their existences to a chosen few or none at all. There are many who represent the elements, nature, different species/races, even cardinal sins and more. The Everylastings, the deities we know of today are: Siddh, the goddess of magic and necromancy; Draibh, the god of war and order; Galderii, the god of song and enchanting; Dryvthi, the goddess of nature and nurture; Balenn, the god of evil; Demmerelly, the god of sorcery and knowledge; Khemmit, the god of death and chaos; Phes, the goddess of love and fertility; Yvethel, the goddess of time and origin; Nyxarii, the goddess of night and nothingness; Ysharra, the god of dreams and inspiration; and Xanthiphae, the goddess of prophecy, sight and riddles. There are many that have been lost to time, killed, or vanished from some unknown phenomenon. The origin of magic In the aftermath of the cataclysmic magical explosion that obliterated the Deities' interdimensional battlefield near the planet Ythevion, raw, untamed magic permeated the very fabric of the world. This wasn't the refined, channeled magic of later ages; it was chaotic, unpredictable, and potent. The explosion itself left behind lingering pockets of volatile energy, shimmering anomalies in the landscape that pulsed with arcane power. These became known as the "Heartstones," sources of immense, volatile magic. Initially, Ythevion's nascent lifeforms – primitive, animalistic creatures – were largely unaffected. The magic, while present, was too chaotic for them to comprehend or utilize. However, over millennia, a slow, evolutionary process began. Certain species, through random genetic mutations, developed a rudimentary sensitivity to the Heartstones' energy. These mutations manifested in various ways: heightened senses, enhanced physical capabilities, or a nascent ability to subtly manipulate the ambient magic. These early "mages" were far from the sophisticated practitioners of later eras. Their abilities were instinctive, unpredictable, and often dangerous. They couldn't consciously control the magic; instead, they reacted to it, their bodies acting as conduits for the raw power surging from the Heartstones. Imagine a creature instinctively drawing upon a Heartstone's energy to heal a wound, or another using the same energy to unleash a devastating, uncontrolled blast. As generations passed, these magical mutations became more pronounced and refined. Natural selection favored those with greater control, even if that control was still rudimentary. Certain lineages developed specialized abilities: some became adept at healing, others at manipulating earth or water, while still others focused on raw destructive power. These lineages formed the basis of Ythevion's first magical cultures. These early cultures were tribal, their understanding of magic limited to practical applications. They didn't possess the theoretical frameworks or structured rituals of later magical societies. Their magic was interwoven with their daily lives, used for hunting, farming, defense, and healing. The Heartstones themselves became sacred sites, objects of reverence and fear, their unpredictable nature a constant reminder of the cataclysm that birthed them. Over time, these disparate tribes began to interact, sharing their limited understanding of magic. This led to a slow, organic development of magical traditions and practices. The chaotic energy of the Heartstones gradually became more manageable, as mages learned to channel and control it through trial and error, developing rudimentary techniques and rituals. This period saw the rise of the first magical schools and orders, each with its own unique approach to harnessing the power of Ythevion's magical legacy. The memory of the Deities' war, though fading, remained a powerful influence. The cataclysmic explosion served as a cautionary tale, a reminder of the dangers of unchecked magical power. This fear, combined with the inherent unpredictability of the Heartstones, shaped the development of Ythevion's magical traditions, emphasizing control, responsibility, and a deep respect for the raw, untamed power that shaped their world. The origin story of magic in Ythevion is not one of creation, but of survival, adaptation, and the slow, painstaking mastery of a chaotic, unpredictable force.