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| − | The '''Cosmic Serpent''', also known as '''Dromlach''' | + | ==Overview== |
| + | The '''Cosmic Serpent''', also known as '''Dromlach'''{{Fn|3}} or '''Saim'''{{Fn|4}} is a significant legendary figure in [[Eldar]] myth. It is said to have existed in both the [[Materium|material]] and [[Immaterium|psychic]] realms at the same time. | ||
Dromlach, the Cosmic Serpent, is also described in various other mythologies, creation myths, and folk legends, including that of the native [[Baal|Baalite]] religion. Dromlach is used as a metaphor for death by various cultures, a symbol of the journey from one state of existence to another. Dromlach is described as having been born of belief, and exists outside of time of space.{{Fn|3a}} The [[Eye of Dromlach]], a location referenced by [[Inquisitor]] [[Bronislaw Czevak]], is an [[Aeldari]] site of great importance that contains a [[Webway Gate]].{{Fn|3b}} | Dromlach, the Cosmic Serpent, is also described in various other mythologies, creation myths, and folk legends, including that of the native [[Baal|Baalite]] religion. Dromlach is used as a metaphor for death by various cultures, a symbol of the journey from one state of existence to another. Dromlach is described as having been born of belief, and exists outside of time of space.{{Fn|3a}} The [[Eye of Dromlach]], a location referenced by [[Inquisitor]] [[Bronislaw Czevak]], is an [[Aeldari]] site of great importance that contains a [[Webway Gate]].{{Fn|3b}} | ||
| − | The Cosmic Serpent is also the symbol of the Eldar [[Craftworld]] [[Saim-Hann]].{{Fn|2}} | + | The Cosmic Serpent is also the symbol and namesake of the Eldar [[Craftworld]] [[Saim-Hann]].{{Fn|2}} |
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| + | ==Harlequins== | ||
| + | The [[Cosmic Serpent]] was said to have a unique relationship with [[Cegorach]] and his [[Harlequins]], the serpent befriended the Laughing God and freely gave his aid, even allowed him to ride upon his back.{{Fn|1}} The Harlequins, name their vehicles for the Serpent's brood, the [[Weaver Serpents]]: [[Starweaver]], [[Voidweaver]], and [[Skyweaver]].{{Fn|5}} | ||
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**{{Endn|3b}}: Chapter 15 | **{{Endn|3b}}: Chapter 15 | ||
| + | *{{Endn|4}}: [[Codex: Aeldari (10th Edition)]] pg.13 | ||
| + | *{{Endn|5}}: [[Codex: Harlequins (8th Edition)]], pg. 22 | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:42, 21 April 2025
Overview
The Cosmic Serpent, also known as Dromlach[3] or Saim[4] is a significant legendary figure in Eldar myth. It is said to have existed in both the material and psychic realms at the same time.
Dromlach, the Cosmic Serpent, is also described in various other mythologies, creation myths, and folk legends, including that of the native Baalite religion. Dromlach is used as a metaphor for death by various cultures, a symbol of the journey from one state of existence to another. Dromlach is described as having been born of belief, and exists outside of time of space.[3a] The Eye of Dromlach, a location referenced by Inquisitor Bronislaw Czevak, is an Aeldari site of great importance that contains a Webway Gate.[3b]
The Cosmic Serpent is also the symbol and namesake of the Eldar Craftworld Saim-Hann.[2]
Harlequins
The Cosmic Serpent was said to have a unique relationship with Cegorach and his Harlequins, the serpent befriended the Laughing God and freely gave his aid, even allowed him to ride upon his back.[1] The Harlequins, name their vehicles for the Serpent's brood, the Weaver Serpents: Starweaver, Voidweaver, and Skyweaver.[5]
Sources
- 1: Codex: Harlequins (7th Edition) pg.21-22
- 2: Codex: Eldar (6th Edition) pg.15
- 3: Mephiston: City of Light (Novel)
- 4: Codex: Aeldari (10th Edition) pg.13
- 5: Codex: Harlequins (8th Edition), pg. 22
