Lolth, known ominously throughout Iozaria as the Spider Queen, is the chaotic evil goddess entwined with the domains of Trickery and Blood. Her fearful visage is that of a dark, arachnid deity reigning over the Demonweb Pits, a nightmarish realm of her own twisted design. Once the revered patron mother of the drow, Lolth’s fall from power was precipitated by the ascension of the Forgotten One, who usurped her position and cast her into exile.
Despite her ejection from the throne and the subsequent waning of her influence, Lolth’s worship endures among pockets of drow who remain loyal to her legacy. These followers cling to the ancient ways, conducting vile rites and sacrifices in her name within the secret recesses of the Underdark. Her temples are shrouded in shadow and mystery, often hidden from the prying eyes of the surface world and the reach of the Forgotten One's enforcers.
As a deity, Lolth embodies the most malignant traits associated with spiders and darkness. She is revered for her cunning, her ruthlessness, and her power to manipulate and ensnare. Her symbol, the spider, is as much a mark of her dominion over arachnids as it is an emblem of the entangled webs of deceit she weaves.
The narrative of Lolth within Iozarian lore is one of treachery and vengeance. Her resentment towards the Forgotten One for his betrayal is a seething undercurrent that informs the actions of her acolytes. They plot and scheme not only for the downfall of their enemies but also for the day when Lolth might ascend once again to her rightful place as the sovereign of the drow.
Lolth's presence in the religious landscape of Iozaria is a chilling reminder of the power struggles that pervade the pantheon. Her story is a complex tapestry of ambition, exile, and the relentless pursuit of retribution. The Spider Queen's influence, though diminished, remains potent, a testament to the enduring nature of her will and the fervent devotion of her adherents who await her triumphant return.