Iona
God of the Forest
Domain(s): Nature, Life
Nickname: The Lady of Leaves
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Description
Iona is described a Dryad, but with much greater power and influence than traditional Dryads. Often seen as being covered with leaves that match the season of the surrounding area, and during winter hibernates like the animals. Passing over the responsibility of the forest domain to her brother Markoz who protects her while she sleeps. Iona has been told to be very empathetic and kind, known to help even those who potentially could be bad people, in order to try and enlighten them and allow them to be more appreciative of kindness. Iona often times attributing someone’s misdeeds to their troubled past.
Worship
Worshiped by druids who reside in the forest, by far the most popular domain of druids. Small forest villages and nomads also pray to Iona. Some monks in the Alpos forest also worship Iona.
Relationships
Markoz
Her older brother and protector. She trusts Markoz with taking care of the forest, due to the nature of her domain she is only able to talk to her brother for a very short time before winter begins.