Avandra

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page."

- Avandra

At a Glance
The Lawful Good Goddess of journeys, commerce, luck, emissaries, and messengers, Avandra was one of the first deities to appear on the mortal plane. A social deity, legends tell that Avandra created the first roads and pathways, born of her desire to bring races and people together. A satyr, she also sacrificed her horns, cutting each one into small disks, creating the first currency of the mortal realms to encourage the exchange of ideas and commerce.

As the goddess of journeys, there are few who traverse the world who wouldn't spare her a prayer or a simple-worded plea for benediction. Scouts, sailors, adventurers, and those who travel for travel's sake make up a large amount of her following, though her domain of luck also makes her a favorite deity among gamblers and thieves.

In order to maintain a balance between fortune and misfortune with her sister Abbathor, she was instrumental in the creation of the relic "Deck of Many Things". While the relic has a life of its own, its existence has encouraged many mortals to seek out its cards and bring the powers of fortune-and-misfortune under their control (no matter the consequence).

One of the oldest deities, Avandra has changed little since her early days. Harbouring a longstanding affinity for the mortal races, those who pray for her guidance are more likely to meet her than any other deity. She constantly wanders the mortal plane, usually with a long robe disguising her hoofs, eager to trade with others.

Age of Adventure
Avandra's influence in the mortal plane has been felt throughout history.
 * She blessed the group of adventurers The Fate Dancers with safe passage as they fought against the forces of Vecna in the Second Necrotic War.
 * She created the "Deck of Many Things" which helped (and hindered) Sagan Anlu'moon and The Band of the Thorn.