Temple of Ibish-alari

Though seldom herd-of in Safeev, any well-learned scholar will tell you that one sight not to miss in your mortal lifetime is to behold the grand halls of the Temple of Ibish-alari. Unfortunately, it lies on the continent of Ithikalos in the Forsaken Jungle, which deters most visitors. Still, it is said that the journey is well-worth the sight of the amazing temple. Ibish-alari was a goddess of the ancient people of Ithikalos, a provider of beauty, wisdom, fertility and ecstasy. She was well-loved by her people, and while (presumably) the flow of mana had not yet been stemmed by the gods in the world's first ages, they constructed a great temple in her honor. It is said the temple's most base stones are made of solid jade blocks, that lapis lazuli covers the entire roof, and every surface of the walls and doors is either made of semi-precious stone or of gold set with the most spectacular gems ever seen. One legend that arose from such stories is that Ibish-alari, disgusted with the fixation on material wealth of her followers and furious with the constant stream of thieves who sought to dismantle her temple, placed the curse that caused the Forsaken Jungle to become forsaken. However, most disagree with this legend, believing that Ibish-alari could never have been so cruel to her people.

To this day, the Temple of Ibish-alari stands, although most will tell you that the journey will be difficult, and that dire peril awaits any would-be temple robbers.

Back to TOMAGOMB or Sert.