. . "Taal\u2014antlers, deer skulls, stone axe. Rhya\u2014sheaf of wheat, bow and arrow, dart, flowers."@en . . "Rites of the Ancient Grove, The Book of Green, Tome of Summer\u2019s Path"@en . "The Cult of Taal and Rhya is among the most ancient and pervasive in the Old World, tracing a direct line to the primal Gods from the deepest of history. The cult grew organically, as early Humans tried to explain natural phenomenon, such as thunder, the turning of the seasons, and the rise and ebb of the seas. Over time, the Gods Taal and Rhya came into being, beginning as a single entity, known as Ishnernos. This split occurred many thousands of years ago, and the Cult of Ishnernos faded into distant memory. Taal rules nature and is considered \u201CKing of the Gods.\u201D He claims the wild places as his domain and is primarily worshipped by hardy woodsmen, trackers, and rangers. Rhya\u2019s worshippers are found in the cultivated fields and orchards of the Empire, and are found among farmers, fishermen, and young lovers everywhere.[1a] The Cult of Taal and Rhya is the sanctioned cult of Talabecland, and is wildly popular in the eastern and northern parts of the Empire. Of the two, Taal receives most recognition, and Rhya\u2019s role is much diminished. The grand city of Talabheim is particularly fervent in its worship of both Taal and Rhya.[1a][1b] Taal represents the power and majesty of nature, both the physical world of stone and wood, but also the primal urge of life within all creatures. Taal makes the rain fall from the sky, the rivers flow, the animals breed and multiply, and the plants grow. He is not only the physical heart of a person, but also the spark that makes the heart pump. Taal represents vigour and growth in all its forms\u2014especially the transitions from childhood and adulthood, when life is at its peak.[1b] Rhya, Taal\u2019s wife, is the nurturer of people and the land. Where Taal makes the wild lands develop unchecked, Rhya looks after the fields, orchards, and livestock of Humans, instilling growth for healthy crops and meat for all. Rhya cools and tames the wildness inspired by her husband, transforming it into maturity and wisdom. She is also the patroness of love and thus is fervently worshipped by young lovers or those hoping to bring love into their lives. Rhya also governs carnal acts, though few worship her openly in such a manner\u2014indeed such thoughts are considered scandalous and rude among most people. Lovers may utter her name during passionate moments, which priestesses of Rhya claim is sufficient respect for the Goddess.[1b]"@en . "Cult of Taal and Rhya"@en . . . "The Taalgrunhaar Forest, Talabheim"@en . . . . . . . . . "Cult of Taal and Rhya.png"@en . . . . "The Cult of Taal and Rhya is among the most ancient and pervasive in the Old World, tracing a direct line to the primal Gods from the deepest of history. The cult grew organically, as early Humans tried to explain natural phenomenon, such as thunder, the turning of the seasons, and the rise and ebb of the seas. Over time, the Gods Taal and Rhya came into being, beginning as a single entity, known as Ishnernos. This split occurred many thousands of years ago, and the Cult of Ishnernos faded into distant memory. Taal rules nature and is considered \u201CKing of the Gods.\u201D He claims the wild places as his domain and is primarily worshipped by hardy woodsmen, trackers, and rangers. Rhya\u2019s worshippers are found in the cultivated fields and orchards of the Empire, and are found among farmers, fisherm"@en . .