Aphrodite

“Darling, everyone is beautiful.”

God of Beauty

At A Glance

  • Names: God of Beauty, God of Expression

  • Pronouns: They/them

  • Alignment: Chaotic Good

  • Province(s): The beautiful, the aesthetic

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  • Common Symbol: A rose

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Overview

Aphrodite is the God of Beauty, of all that is aesthetically pleasing. Their domain is one of self-expression and self-love. They are a striking whirlwind of a deity, always flitting around recommending color palettes to bring out the eyes, or the perfect art piece to match an aesthetic, or the exact cut to accentuate one's features. It is not uncommon to hear stories of them waltzing in on private affairs to offer their unsolicited advice, winning over everyone with their charms.

Appearance

Aphrodite has never taken the same form twice, but those who known them cannot help but recognize them. They make even the most traditional of outfits seem flamboyant, the most plain of clothes seem striking.

Holy Symbol

Aphrodite's most popular symbol is a vibrant, blooming rose, typically incorporated into an outfit. It might be worn as a dangling earing, a pin on a suit, or set upon a ring.

Influences

Aphrodite believes that everyone should feel beautiful and be surrounded by things they find beautiful. They teach others to value themselves and their unique traits and to explore methods of visual self-expression.

Aphrodite is interested in being friends with everyone, and is not one to take no for an answer. They have gone so far as to visit Shadowfell to offer fashion advice, resulting in a tentative friendship with Mars.

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