Mythia, the Dragon Turtle, exists as one of the four Archon, immortal embodiments of the elemental Unbekannt deities created to safeguard the elemental balance of the cosmos. Formed from the oceanic essence of Unbekannt, the Primus god of water, Mythia is the sentinel of the Seastone, a cornerstone of aquatic harmony and the lifeblood of The Sea Realm. Her presence echoes through the vast depths of the ocean, inspiring both reverence and trepidation in those who speak her name.
Appearance and Powers
Mythia’s form is a sight of awe and majesty. Her immense shell, resembling a living reef, is encrusted with coral, barnacles, and ancient runes etched by the gods themselves. Her shimmering scales radiate the iridescence of deep ocean waters, shifting between hues of emerald, sapphire, and onyx. Her eyes, ancient and knowing, mirror the ocean’s depths, holding the secrets of countless millennia.
Mythia wields unparalleled dominion over water and the seas, her abilities including:
- Tidal Command: Mythia can summon immense tidal waves, whirlpools, and maelstroms with a flick of her massive tail or a rumbling roar, capable of reshaping coastlines and obliterating fleets.
- Ocean’s Rebirth: Her connection to the Seastone allows her to purify and renew the waters of the Sea Realm, healing its denizens and restoring vitality to marine life.
- Guardian of the Abyss: Mythia’s very presence invokes an aura of dread and reverence, protecting the Seastone from those who would misuse its power. This aura can calm violent seas or incite their fury to deter intruders.
Origins and Role
In the Twilight of Creation, Hydrus shaped Mythia from the purest waters of the Plane of Aquos, imbuing her with the primordial power of the seas. Her purpose was clear: to defend the Seastone and ensure the uninterrupted flow of water through the Riftways. As the Archon of Water, Mythia’s duty extends beyond mere guardianship; she serves as the progenitor of the Dragon Turtles, whom were sculpted in her image by Unbekannt. These noble creatures were the first masters of Water-Rifting, and the stewards of the oceans’ unending rhythms.
As the Second Age waned and the Third Age (Age of the Elves) dawned, Mythia selected the first Avatar of the Sea—a mortal champion chosen to protect the Seastone and the inhabitants of the Sea Realm. This initiated the perpetual cycle of Sea Avatars, each carrying forward the legacy of balance, wisdom, and guardianship bestowed by Mythia.
The Seastone
The Seastone, a radiant artifact of pure oceanic energy, resides within the depths of the Atlan Abyss, an unfathomable trench veiled in perpetual darkness and teeming with primordial aberrations. It serves as a nexus for Water-Rifting, channeling the Plane of Aquos’ energies into the Prime Plane. The Seastone not only governs the seas’ balance but also binds the aquatic Riftways to the cosmos, ensuring harmony across all realms.
Mythia’s eternal vigil over the Seastone is both a sacred duty and an unparalleled act of devotion. She grants access only to those who pass the grueling Trial of Mythia, a test of resilience, courage, and mastery of Water-Rifting. The chosen must descend through the treacherous Abythis Sea Trench, enduring crushing pressures and evading ancient, malevolent beings, to prove their worthiness.
Avatars of The Sea
Mythia’s bond with the Sea Avatars is profound and enduring. She selects each Avatar personally, marking them as stewards of the oceans and emissaries of the Seastone after they undertake the Trial of Mythia. From the first Avatar Atla, who united the scattered Unbekannt tribes and established the city of Atla, to the present, Avatar Typhon, who ended the curse of the World Eater Serpent, Mythia’s guidance has shaped the destiny of the Sea Realm.
Her role in the Avatar cycle transcends mere mentorship. Mythia instills her chosen with the wisdom and power necessary to safeguard the oceans, often appearing to them in moments of crisis to offer cryptic advice or bolster their resolve.
Legacy
Mythia’s legacy permeates the Sea Realm, her influence felt in the ebb and flow of the tides, the songs of the waves, and the myths passed down through generations. The Aesir and Triton, her favored creations, venerate her as a divine protector, their rituals and ceremonies often centered around her name.
Despite her revered status, Mythia is a figure of duality. To those who honor the seas, she is a guardian and nurturer, embodying renewal and life. To those who dare disrupt the elemental balance, she is a tempest of fury, an unstoppable force of nature that protects her domain with unrelenting power.
Few mortals have faced Mythia and lived to tell the tale. Those who have, often the Avatars of the Sea, describe her as both awe-inspiring and terrifying. They speak of her booming voice resonating like the crash of waves, her movements stirring the ocean itself, and her presence invoking the weight of millennia.
Mythia’s judgment is absolute and her loyalty to Hydrus unwavering. To cross her is to risk the wrath of the seas themselves. Yet, to earn her favor is to gain a protector like no other—a being who embodies the boundless power and serenity of the oceans, eternally vigilant in her duty to preserve the delicate balance of water and life.