Cosmology of Adaris
Cosmology of Adaris
The cosmology of Adaris begins in the Primordial Void, an infinite expanse of chaotic energy known as Astram. From this boundless sea of potential emerged Daathir, the first consciousness and primordial spirit, embodying self-awareness and the spark of existence. As Daathir awakened within the void, it gave rise to Awenlas, the spirit of imagination and creativity. Together, Daathir and Awenlas formed a dynamic interplay of thought and dream, which began to shape the formless Astram into the foundation of reality.
From this dance of consciousness and imagination, the Primordial Elements were born, each embodying a fundamental aspect of existence. These elemental forces, intertwined with the consciousness of Daathir and the dreams of Awenlas, laid the foundation for the world of Adaris. The chaotic energy of Astram was given form and purpose, creating a reality where belief and consciousness continuously shape existence.
Summary Overview
The cosmology of Adaris originates in the **Primordial Void**, where the chaotic force of **Astram** formed the stage for all creation. From this energy, **Daathir**, consciousness itself, emerged and gave rise to **Awenlas**, imagination. Their interplay sparked the formation of the **Primordial Elements**, each representing a fundamental force: light, darkness, earth, fire, air, and water.
The first structured realms followed, eventually shattered by Jala, initiating the **Great Erosion War**. **Kairos**, the spirit of time, stabilized this chaos, and Daathir created the **Enarei** to enforce cosmic balance. From here, Ascendant Spirits and mortals came into being, culminating in the shaping of the world of Adaris. Humans were born of Awenlas’s dreams and spread across the realms, giving rise to cultures, races, and new spirits born of collective belief.
The cosmology reflects a world where belief, memory, and elemental forces define reality, with direct influence on Adaris’s cultures, philosophies, and spiritual practices.
The Primordial Void and the Emergence of Daathir
The Nature of the Primordial Void
The Primordial Void is filled with the chaotic, potential-rich energy of Astram, a realm of formless possibility. It is the wellspring of existence, described by many Adaran cultures as the source of creation.
Emergence of Daathir
Daathir, the first spark of awareness, arose from this energy, bringing with it the first act of identification. From Daathir's self-recognition, the structure of reality began.
The Dance of Daathir and Awenlas
As Daathir dreamt, Awenlas emerged—creativity and vision made manifest. Together, they began to shape Astram, setting in motion the first metaphysical interplay that would form the foundations of the world.
The Birth of the Primordial Elements
From this interplay came the **Primordial Elements**:
- Dharas: Light – illumination, clarity, revelation.
- Arafia: Darkness – mystery, the unknown, hidden truths.
- Oras: Earth – permanence, stability, crystallized thought.
- Tejas: Fire – transformation, energy, creation and destruction.
- Shasae: Air – motion, breath, connection.
- Jala: Water – fluidity, adaptation, life-force.
Together, these defined both the metaphysical and physical world.
The Creation of Time and the Realms
Fearing a return to chaos, the spirit of time, Kairos, emerged, stabilizing change. Each elemental spirit shaped their own domain:
Jala’s intrusion into Orethil shattered separation, triggering the **Great Erosion Wars**. The Enarei, created by Daathir, ended the war and ensured balance between realms.
The Age of Man
While the primordial spirits warred, Awenlas dreamt the first humans into being in the realm of Kalpanas. They were later placed on Awenelir, where their imagination flourished. The **Great Migration** followed, as humans spread across the realms, adapting and becoming distinct lineages.
The Spirits of Adaris
Primordial and Ascendant Spirits
Primordial Spirits are born of the Astram; Ascendant Spirits, such as Kairos, arise from within reality through the interaction of existing forces. Both shape the world directly through their influence and realms.
Ancestral Spirits
Ancestral Spirits arise from human belief and tradition. They are reflections of society’s collective memory and can fade if forgotten. They are divided into:
- Nascent Spirits: Formless, reactive phenomena.
- Mature Spirits: Defined entities with self-awareness.
- Ancestral Spirits: Powerful, long-revered beings tied to culture.
The Role of Osia and Osiari
Osia is the internal practice of attuning consciousness to spirits and elements, practiced by Osiari. It is a form of metaphysical manipulation rooted in harmony with cosmic forces, distinct from external spellwork.
Cultural Influence and Practices
The cosmology shapes governance, law, and ritual across Adaris. Examples include:
- Ceremonies of Light and Darkness – balance of Dharas and Arafia.
- Stone Festivals – devotion to Oras.
- Fire and Water Rites – honoring Tejas and Jala.
- Sky Celebrations – for Shasae’s breath of life.
Philosophical and Societal Impact
Cosmological thought permeates Adaran life. Societies develop governance systems around elemental philosophy. The belief in cyclical creation, balance, and ancestral continuity governs everything from law to ritual design.