Primordial Spirit
The Architects of Adaris
The Primordial Spirits are the fundamental entities in Adarian cosmology, embodying the essence of creation and shaping the world through the aspect of consciousness. Two of these Spirits, Daathir and Awenlas, predate the existence of the physical universe, while the remaining five, Oras, Arafia, Dharas, Tejas, Shasae, and Jala, are manifestations of the Primordial Elements.
Daathir: The First Consciousness
Daathir is the first and foremost of the Primordial Spirits, representing consciousness itself. It emerged from the chaotic energies of Astram within the Primordial Void, becoming the observer and the observed. Daathir's thoughts and dreams, fueled by the creative force of Awenlas, shaped Astram into the Primordial Elements and laid the foundation for the world of Adaris.
Awenlas: The Boundless Imagination
Awenlas is the eternal companion of Daathir, representing boundless imagination and creativity. It is the the dream to Daathir's thought. Together, they weave the tapestry of existence, breathing life into the raw potential of Astram.
The Spirits of the Primordial Elements
The remaining five Primordial Spirits embody the essence of the Primordial Elements, the building blocks of Adaris.
Oras: The essence of light. Oras illuminates the world, banishing darkness and revealing hidden truths. It is associated with the sun, stars, and all sources of illumination.
Arafia: The veil of darkness. Arafia exists in all corners of the world and even the primordial realm itself. It is associated with the night, shadows and the universe itself.
Dharas: The solid foundation of earth. Dharas provides much of the phyiscal world from the ground beneath our feet to the soil that grows crops to the mountains that crest the world. It is associated much of the tangible world.
Tejas: The fire, both destructive and creative. Tejas brings warmth, light, and the power to forge and transform..
Shasae: The atmosphere itself providing the fundamental ingredient for life. It is associated with the air and wind.
Jala: The water in all things, flowing and adapting and not only nurturing all living things but apart of them as well. Jala quenches thirst, nourishes crops, and cleanses the world.
Significance and Worship
The Primordial Spirits are revered throughout Adaris, though the specific forms of worship vary across cultures and regions. Some see them as distant, abstract forces, while others believe they actively intervene in the world, guiding the course of events and influencing the lives of mortals. Temples, shrines, and rituals dedicated to the Primordial Spirits are commonplace, and many seek their blessings for health, prosperity, and guidance.