Gol
Gol, often referred to as "The Forgotten One," is a mysterious and elusive god whose very existence is shrouded in obscurity. Unlike other deities who seek worship and recognition, Gol is a god of erasure, a being whose influence causes those who encounter it to forget. Any attempt to speak of Gol, recall information about it, or even write its name results in a sudden and inexplicable loss of memory. This unique power extends not only to mortals but also to other gods, making Gol one of the most enigmatic entities in the pantheon.
The nature of Gol’s curse is such that it renders all direct evidence of the god’s existence nearly impossible to retain. Those who seek to uncover the truth about Gol find their efforts thwarted by their own minds, which betray them at the crucial moment of discovery. This has led to the near-complete erasure of Gol from history, myth, and memory. Only fragments of its influence remain, scattered across the realms and often dismissed as mere coincidence or tricks of the mind.
Gol's followers, however, are an exception to this rule. These devotees wield the power of forgetfulness granted by their god, using it to manipulate memories and obscure the truth. They are shadowy figures, often working behind the scenes to erase knowledge, alter history, and ensure that Gol remains hidden. The existence of Gol’s followers is the only tangible proof of the god's presence, as they subtly guide events to maintain the veil of forgetfulness that surrounds their deity.
The motivations of Gol and its followers remain a matter of speculation. Some believe that Gol desires to be forgotten entirely, to exist in a state of perfect anonymity. Others suggest that Gol’s curse is a defense mechanism, a way to protect itself from the prying eyes of the universe. Whatever the truth may be, one thing is certain: Gol's power is formidable, and its influence can be felt in the gaps and silences where knowledge should reside.
Gol remains a paradox—a god defined by absence, whose very nature resists understanding. Those who encounter Gol’s influence are left with a lingering sense of unease, a feeling that something important has slipped through their fingers, just out of reach. In this way, Gol continues to shape the world, not through grand displays of power, but through the quiet act of forgetting.