Cosmology
The foundational principles of the Bound Souls universe — the nature of gods, souls, and the cycle that sustains all existence.
Core Concepts
- Gods — The highest known forms of life. Physical, present, and huntable.
- Soul — Finite, conscious beings permanently bound to a single god.
- Service — The natural condition of mortal existence. To exist is to serve.
- Divine Bonds — Every soul inherits aspects of its god.
- Divine Temperaments — Gods are individuals with infinite variety in nature and personality.
- The Living Heavens — Mortals see gods as celestial bodies. The heavens are alive.
- Reality — Existence is sustained by the cycle between gods and souls.
- Outer Gods — Tears in the fabric of existence, beyond known reality.
Mechanics of Power
- Soul Gems — Crafted crystals used to hunt and capture souls.
- Allegiance — Bonds between souls and gods. Allegiance can be traded.
- God Evolution — Gods grow stronger through defeat and retreat, changing permanently.
Known Gods
- Mother — The world itself. Imprisoned by other gods. Creator of The Player.
Key Figures
- The Player — A newly minted soul with no past life. Mother’s intentional creation.
- Shopkeeper — Child of Mother.
- Innkeeper — Child of Mother.