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Yairan
Image	A representation of Yairan
Realm	Dalel
Aspect	Earth and Stone
Osia	Path of Yairan
Wardens	Namuril

Introduction

Yairan is the Primordial Spirit of earth. He was the third of the seven Primordial Spirits to arise from the interaction of Umalyu's consciousness and Pavkanai's imagination in the Napadéh, and the first of the four Primordial Elements. His realm is Dalel.

Nature and Influence

Yairan is earth itself. When he came into being, earth came into being with him; the spirit and the element are not separate. His essence is present in stone, mountains and all solid ground, and he gives the material world its structure and permanence.

Relationship with Other Elements

Yairan emerged after Náiluv and Tñarilu, and before Metihi, Yavi, Aahi and Konmai. During the Era of Isolation, Dalel was the only tangible realm and Yairan was alone in it. The era ended when light and darkness drew apart into realms of their own, Qaaniguaq and Woncu.

When Aahi forced her way into Dalel, followed by Yavi and Metihi, the Great Erosion began. Yairan created the Namuril to defend his realm, but water, air and fire wore Dalel down, and the emergence of Konmai made the changes permanent. After the Enarei ended the fighting, the four spirits agreed to a compromise. Yairan, having lost almost all of Dalel, withdrew to the Domain of Yairan, raised the Așdilu Mountains around it and sealed himself off from the outside world. He has remained wary of the other elements since.

Realm

Yairan's realm is Dalel, the realm of earth and the first tangible realm. During the Era of Isolation it was the whole of physical existence: an unbroken, unbounded expanse of stone, without water, air, fire or life. Since the Great Erosion it has been shaped by the other elements. Aasila surrounds it, Zayam lies above it and Píñáku below it, and Qaaniguaq and Woncu lie on either side.

Dalel remains Yairan's realm, though he has withdrawn to the Domain of Yairan, the only part of it believed to remain as it was before the Great Erosion. He dwells there still, withdrawn but present, and his dwelling is believed to stand at its center.

Osia

The Path of Yairan is the branch of Osia that works with the spirits of earth. Its disciples command Nascent Spirits of earth and negotiate with or manipulate Mature ones, and can shape stone and move terrain. The Guzirias of Lavierin follow the path and can alter terrain in battle, and Ierițairan is one of its centers. Many Oinien are among its disciples, and the Namuril practice it with great power.

Cultural Practices

In art, Yairan is depicted as a giant figure of stone. In Lavierin, the new year is marked by Ioriea, a festival celebrating Yairan, and the Grand Hall of Yairan, built by the Namuril during the Great Erosion, bears his name.

Philosophical Interpretations

Because Yairan and earth are one, some ask whether all the ground of Dalel is still part of him, or whether, since his withdrawal, only the Domain remains truly his. Whether Yairan will ever come out of seclusion is a long-standing question.

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 {{Primordial Spirit Infobox
-|Name=Oras
+|Name=Yairan
-|Image=[[File:Oras.jpg|center|frameless]]
+|Image=[[File:Yairan Emerges.jpg|center|frameless]]
-|Realm=Terasil
+{{center|A representation of Yairan}}
-|Aspect=Earth, Foundation, Endurance, Stability
+|Realm=[[Dalel]]
-|Osia=Orasia
+|Aspect=Earth and Stone
+|Osia=[[Path of Yairan]]
+|Wardens=Namuril
 }}
 {{Primordial Spirit Sections
-|Introduction='''Oras''', the [[primordial spirit]] of earth, embodies stability, endurance, and the physical manifestation of dreams. Born from the chaotic energies of [[Astram]] within the Primordial Void, Oras emerged as the anchor of reality, providing a solid foundation for all that exists.
+|Introduction='''Yairan''' is the [[Primordial Spirit]] of earth. He was the third of the seven Primordial Spirits to arise from the interaction of [[Umalyu]]'s consciousness and [[Pavkanai]]'s imagination in the [[Napadéh]], and the first of the four [[Primordial Element|Primordial Elements]]. His realm is [[Dalel]].
-|Nature and Influence=Oras represents the very ground beneath our feet. It symbolizes the strength of stone, the resilience of the earth, and the force behind tectonic movements. As the embodiment of the physical world, Oras offers stability and structure to the ever-changing cosmos. Through Oras, the solidity of the material world is realized, anchoring the elements and allowing life to flourish. Oras is often viewed as the balancing force that counteracts the chaos of Astram, transforming potential into reality by providing a stable, enduring base upon which all things are built.
+|Nature and Influence=Yairan is earth itself. When he came into being, earth came into being with him; the spirit and the element are not separate. His essence is present in stone, mountains and all solid ground, and he gives the material world its structure and permanence.
-|Relationship with Other Elements=Oras plays a crucial role in interacting with other primordial elements, helping to shape and define the material realm:
+|Relationship with Other Elements=Yairan emerged after [[Náiluv]] and [[Tñarilu]], and before [[Metihi]], [[Yavi]], [[Aahi]] and [[Konmai]]. During the [[Era of Isolation]], Dalel was the only tangible realm and Yairan was alone in it. The era ended when light and darkness drew apart into realms of their own, [[Qaaniguaq]] and [[Woncu]].
-* Water ([[Jala]]): Oras and Jala have a dynamic relationship. Water, through rivers, lakes, and oceans, carves paths through stone and soil, shaping the landscape. This interaction symbolizes change and adaptability, showing how even the most solid forms can be molded over time.
+When Aahi forced her way into Dalel, followed by Yavi and Metihi, the [[Great Erosion]] began. Yairan created the [[Namuril]] to defend his realm, but water, air and fire wore Dalel down, and the emergence of Konmai made the changes permanent. After the [[Enarei]] ended the fighting, the four spirits agreed to a compromise. Yairan, having lost almost all of Dalel, withdrew to the [[Domain of Yairan]], raised the [[Așdilu Mountains]] around it and sealed himself off from the outside world. He has remained wary of the other elements since.
-* Fire (Tejas): The interplay between Oras and Tejas represents transformation and creation. Fire can melt and forge rock, turning raw minerals into new forms. This relationship highlights the potential for change and growth within even the most rigid structures.
+|Realm=Yairan's realm is Dalel, the realm of earth and the first tangible realm. During the Era of Isolation it was the whole of physical existence: an unbroken, unbounded expanse of stone, without water, air, fire or life. Since the Great Erosion it has been shaped by the other elements. [[Aasila]] surrounds it, [[Zayam]] lies above it and [[Píñáku]] below it, and Qaaniguaq and Woncu lie on either side.
-* Air (Shasae): The influence of air on earth, through wind and erosion, demonstrates the power of unseen forces to shape the physical world. Shasae's continuous impact on Oras reflects the balance between endurance and impermanence, as even the hardest stone can be worn down over millennia.
-* Light ([[Dharas]]) and Darkness ([[Arafia]]): Oras is shaped by the interplay of light and darkness, with the cycles of day and night influencing the growth and decay of life on its surface. This relationship underscores the interconnectedness of all elements, with earth serving as the stage upon which the drama of existence unfolds.
-|Realm=Terasil, the manifestation of Oras's essence, was the first tangible realm to emerge from the chaos of Astram. In its infancy, it encompassed all that was solid—unbroken stone and unshaped land—before the arrival of other elements shaped it further.
-Over time, as the other primordial spirits influenced the material plane, Terasil evolved. What was once a realm of pure stone gradually transformed under the influence of other elements: water carving through rock, fire forging new minerals, and air shaping the land through erosion. Each interaction enriched the terrain with new forms and textures, blending the elemental forces into a dynamic, ever-changing landscape.
+Dalel remains Yairan's realm, though he has withdrawn to the Domain of Yairan, the only part of it believed to remain as it was before the Great Erosion. He dwells there still, withdrawn but present, and his dwelling is believed to stand at its center.
+|Osia=The [[Path of Yairan]] is the branch of [[Osia]] that works with the spirits of earth. Its disciples command Nascent Spirits of earth and negotiate with or manipulate Mature ones, and can shape stone and move terrain. The [[Guziria|Guzirias]] of [[Lavierin]] follow the path and can alter terrain in battle, and [[Ierițairan]] is one of its centers. Many [[Oinien]] are among its disciples, and the Namuril practice it with great power.
-Today, Terasil is known as the realm of earth and stone situated at the center of the great landmass, a mountainous domain that remains largely untouched by the other elements, though they continually seek to shape it. It is here that the essence of Oras is most potent, embodying the stability and endurance of the earth.
+|Cultural Practices=In art, Yairan is depicted as a giant figure of stone. In Lavierin, the new year is marked by [[Ioriea]], a festival celebrating Yairan, and the [[Grand Hall of Yairan]], built by the Namuril during the Great Erosion, bears his name.
+|Philosophical interpretations=Because Yairan and earth are one, some ask whether all the ground of Dalel is still part of him, or whether, since his withdrawal, only the Domain remains truly his. Whether Yairan will ever come out of seclusion is a long-standing question.
-Philosophers often interpret Terasil as a reflection of the intrinsic nature of consciousness to seek a place or home, symbolizing the desire for stability, belonging, and the grounding of existence.
+|See Also=* [[Cosmology of Adaris]]
-|Osia=The practice of Orasia is a branch of Osia that focuses on the manipulation of the primordial earth element, channeling the power of Oras. Practitioners of Orasia, known as Orasiari, attune themselves to the nascent spirits of the earth, manipulating their energies to shape the physical world.
+* [[Dalel]]
+* [[Domain of Yairan]]
-Orasiari are able to perform a variety of feats related to the earth, such as moving and shaping rocks, controlling seismic activity, crafting stone tools and structures, and even merging with the earth to travel or hide. This osia is deeply respected, particularly among beings like the [[Orasians]] and the [[Minthari]], who have a natural affinity for earth due to their intrinsic connection to Oras.
+* [[Namuril]]
+* [[Path of Yairan]]
-For the Orasiari, manipulating the earth is more than just a magical practice; it is a way of life and a means of honoring Oras, ensuring stability and prosperity for their communities.
-|Significance and Worship=Oras is revered throughout [[Adaris]] as the provider of sustenance, shelter, and stability. Temples and shrines dedicated to Oras are often built from natural materials, nestled amongst mountains or forests, reflecting the spirit's connection to the natural world.
-|Cultural Practices=Farmers and builders seek Oras's blessings for bountiful harvests and sturdy structures. Those embarking on long journeys or facing difficult challenges pray for Oras's strength and endurance. Communities gather to celebrate the changing seasons and the earth's bounty, honoring Oras's role in the cycle of life and growth.
-* Harvest Festivals: In many regions, harvest festivals are held in Oras’s honor, where offerings of fruits, grains, and crafted goods are made to ensure continued fertility of the land.
-* Rites of Passage: Journeys into the mountains or deep into the earth are sometimes undertaken as rites of passage, symbolizing the search for strength, wisdom, and connection with the primordial spirit of earth.
-* Earthly Crafts: Artisans and builders often invoke Oras before beginning construction or carving, believing that the spirit’s guidance will grant strength and durability to their work.
-|Philosophical interpretations=Oras's embodiment of stability and endurance extends beyond the physical. It is seen as a symbol of resilience in the face of adversity, representing the steadfastness of the spirit. Philosophers and spiritual leaders often teach that, like Oras, individuals should strive to be grounded and resilient, standing firm against the chaos of the world.
-Oras is also associated with the concept of balance. Just as the earth must maintain equilibrium to support life, so too must individuals seek balance in their thoughts and actions. This balance is reflected in the many dualities of Adaris — growth and decay, strength and vulnerability, permanence and change — all of which are grounded in the enduring presence of Oras.
 }}