[Location] Shrine of Zintila

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On the Petal of the Celestial Dance, the Shrine to Zintila is perhaps one of the more beautiful and saddening places in The Spires. In a rather secluded spot amidst thick vegetation, a small clearing can be found with a small pool of water, a ledge overhanging the glassy pool. There is no real explanation as to how the water got there, nor does there seem to be any clear depth in the dark water, for the pool is never disturbed except by the Star Peacock, an exotic bird found only at this shrine. Directly above this clearing is an open sky, the canopy shying away from covering the pool which is an unheard of thing at the Spires. Many think that it is an act of Zintila, for the pool reflects the sky above, and many come at night to this shrine to meditate and pray while looking into its glassy depths to see the night sky above. Many also come to see the Skyglass woman, and Akvatari who was turned into glass by Zintila to have her life spared. She rests on a rock ledge that overhangs the small pool, knelt in prayer as she stares into the glassy depths. They say that whoever touches the glass woman will have her thoughts imparted to them, her knowledge and love for her art and goddess passing from her to the person who has touched her. Most say it is one of the most remarkable and saddening experiences to be found, because a great sadness can be heard through the Akvatari’s thoughts as she imparts them, but most relish what she has to say and keep coming back to see the glittering green Akvatari. The Shrine however, has been around for as long as the Jamoura can remember, which is quite a long time indeed. The Akvatari has only been a recent addition to the small shrine. Zintila being one of the oldest goddesses, the Jamoura have long studied the dark depths of the sky and its glittering stars, attempting to unlock its hidden mysteries. Because an opening in the jungle canopy is so rare, most residents have made it a tradition to come and visit the shrine at night and study the stars, as well as to catch a glimpse of the star peacock that inhabits this peaceful place.   Sittra Name: Sittra, The Artist Race: Akvatari DoB: 34th, Spring 469AV PoB: Abura Title: Zintila's Star Maiden Skills: 78 Glass working (Skyglass), 56 Philtering, 32 Teaching, 27 Meditation, 20 Storytelling History: Sittra is an Akvatari who traveled in her younger years from Lhavit to The Spires in search of a higher plan of knowledge, and to bring her art to the Jamouran people. Dedicating her life to Zintila, this twice marked Akvatari began her life working with glass as a tribute to her goddess, learning the delicate and subtle ways of maneuvering the fickle material into works of art like no one has ever seen before. Because of Sittra’s perpetual melancholy aura that surrounded her, most assumed that she was displeased with her work, but Zintila knew what was in Sittra’s heart and could see it reflected in her works of art. Appearing to her in her home in Lhavit, Zintila marked her, giving Sittra the ability to work with Skyglass, turning each piece of artwork into a living star. Several years later after the first mark, Sittra created one of her greatest works of art, a statue of Zintila made of Skyglass sitting atop a throne of black glass, on her brow a crown of stars. Zintila was so moved this that she marked Sittra once again, giving her even more creative reign. Because of this second mark, Sittra decided to set out to The Spires to perhaps unlock her own awaiting muse inside of her, having known how much the Jamouran people revere knowledge and self awareness. Unfortunately for Sittra, she would not be able to see this wish come true. Arriving just a few weeks before the Djed Storm of 512 AV, Sittra devoted herself to taking care of the Shrine that The Spires had for Zintila and the beautiful Star Peacocks that inhabited it. She spent many days sitting on the edge of the ledge overhanging the pool, lost in meditative thought and prayer as she tried to unlock her inner muse. It was on a day such as this that the Djed Storm sprang upon the unknowing Akvatari, as well as all the other Spirians. Wild Djed tore through the Shrine, and through her, rendering her being. Zintila could not stand the thought of one of her subjects left to such a cruel fate, and so she used her power to turn Sittra into a living Skyglass statue, a sentient being who could impart her knowledge and devotion to whoever touched her glass body. The act saved her life, and her spirit rests in her glass body.She can now be seen forever gazing into the glassy depths of the small pond, a glittering green jewel that is watching the stars and the sky.   Training While Sittra is not able to speak or able to move, she can send her thoughts to whoever is touching her glass body, teaching her skill to those who wish to learn. However, there are no furnaces nor any other areas that are appropriate for properly practicing the art. If one wishes to practice the knowledge that has been gained, it would be best to travel elsewhere. Training Available Glassworking Philtering Meditation Moderator's Note: This Location requires no Moderation. *Full Credit goes to Sahashkalila