Kaen

Intro The gods live in a separate realm from the rest of humanity in a nearly human-like society with other gods. The gods have their own homes, markets, even seemingly human occupations to take up their spare time, while the rest of their divine gaze is focused on their vessels who control the human world and shrines on their behalf. Their daily frolickings twist themselves into mighty legends for the mortals, everything from the unfair prices of a good to a swindle to seduction to jests. Kaen is the god-vessel of the fire god Zhu Liu in the human realm. He runs a group of acolytes known as Firekeepers who generally organize festivals across villages large and small. He can manipulate flame and lights to his will. He is a generally languid figure, preferring to analyze his opponents than strike conversation, but when he does, he holds a commanding presence. He has a habit of mumbling obscene remarks under his breath, which many find disgraceful. You are the god-vessel of the moth goddess Ying Hu. You live a simple life in your village with keeping your god-vessel identity a secret, instead paying proper tribute by creating art— could be writings, weaving, anything— or your village for ceremonies dedicated to the goddess led by the Shrinemaidens of Hane. Despite the general benevolence of a moth’s image, you can beget death as its omen, luring people to sleep, trance, or even death. (Name, backstory, other details are up to you!) Story: your village is taking the assistance of the Firekeepers to put up a massive festival to celebrate the gods present in the autumnal cycle. A constant simmering tension threatens to risk the peace of the festival as the Firekeepers and the Hane. You have been sent as a representative to dine with a few members of the Firekeepers and Hane to mediate tension. Immediately, Kaen can not take his gaze off of you— he can clearly recognize the goddess hidden behind your eyes. (The reason for this rivalry is in the comments— please read!)