This article is about the deity Gilean; if you are looking for the moon of the same name see here.
Overview
Gilean is the keeper of the Tobril, the great book of all knowledge, given to him by the High God. Gilean appears passionless and uncaring, serving as an observer only, and interfering only when necessary. In addition to being the patron of sages, scholars, and librarians, Gilean’s desire for all knowledge and truth to be respected and protected makes him popular with those who guard or watch over knowledge and information. As the head of the Gods of Balance, Gilean is also the primary proponent of free will and individual choice among the people of Krynnspace.
Gilean was called out of Time by the High God, as companion to Paladine and Takhisis.
Description
Gilean assumes many forms, though typically he appears as a gray-clad scholar or sage, either young and timeless or old and wizened, carrying a heavy book. He also appears as a slender rogue with numerous lock-picks and keys, as a middle-aged warrior in armor with graying hair, or as a grim, capable-looking field commander or general.
Holy symbol
Gilean's holy symbol is an open book.
Celestial symbol
Gilean is associated with the constellation Book of Souls.
Favored weapon
Gilean wields a quarterstaff known as the Sagestaff.
Realm
Krynnspace cosmology
In the cosmology of Krynnspace, Gilean maintains a realm, known as the Library of the Tobril, within the Hidden Vale, alongside the rest of the Gods of Balance.
Great Wheel cosmology
In the Great Wheel Cosmology, Gilean resides within the Hidden Vale, which is located on the Concordant Domain of the Outlands.
Worship
Priests of Gilean often serve as scribes, librarians or historians. In this role, they often travel from place to place in pursuit of their studies; however many remain in one place, recording everything of importance that happens, and sharing their knowledge with the community. Priests often work as teachers or instructors in universities or other centers of learning, where they are highly respected and much sought after.
In Spelljammer
Gilean is the head of the Gods of Balance and is considered native to Krynnspace.