Songs of the Goddess

February 07, 2023

In the Forest of Rai, among trees taller than the spires that dot the Riverlands of Old Aela, the voices of our ancestors rise up in harmony to greet the kalends of spring. As snow piles in the highest boughs, musicians gather among the roots, their woodwinds slotted with fresh reeds, as they prepare to break winter’s long silence. Suddenly, the quiet vanishes and the air is filled with music. The young ones, newly come-of-age, gather to meet and to be met, to judge and to be judged, and perhaps beyond all hope, seek to find a soul with which they can share their hearth and home. The music calls to them, and they rise with shy smiles, their eyes a-glow with the promise of new love. As it always has, and ever shall be, Spring’s endless dance goes on.

The Songs of the Goddess cosmetic add-ons will be available in the Ashes of Creation shop from February 8, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific until March 8, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific. Don’t forget that Featherstone Royal Expeditions addons will be removed on February 8, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Pacific when the new cosmetics swap over.

Deepwood Syrinx

Accessory Cosmetic Skin *

We sang from our hearts with our feet bared on the hard frozen ground, accompanied by musicians playing the syrinx, the traditional instrument of our people. We sang together as our ancestors had before the sky fell. There was no doubt as to whether we’d done justice to the ancient melody. The forest told us so.

The syrinx is a beautiful stylized pan flute, carved from silver wood with delicate engravings of dryads, and adorned with a dangling silver amulet depicting a mythical tree-woman.

Deepwood Vyla

Pet Cosmetic Skin *

Many melodic themes in Py’rai music are inspired by the call of the Deepwood Vyla. Its vibrant colors peak in late winter, coinciding with the renowned Py’rai Goddess Festival. During the festival many of the colorful birds can be seen perched among the great woods, trilling away their calls for mates. The Vyla will not breed in captivity, making their colorful, spotted eggs a very rare and prized delicacy.

Stringbok

Mount Cosmetic Skin *

Py’rai use surefooted Bok to patrol the uneven, root-gnarled pathways of the Rai. Before the snowmelt each year, many of them adorn their mounts’ antlers with Essence-imbued string, which they strike with small mallets to produce tones similar to a lyre or sitar. They often play as they wander, hoping their song will reach the ear of another, and inspire them to join in. The quality of their improvised performance is considered an auspice of their potential success for romantic pairing.

Godsinger’s Garb

Costume Cosmetic Skin *

For the Py’rai, song is the highest form of worship. They draw inspiration from the trees, the flowers, and the animals that are the Goddess’s creation, and sing of them in gratitude. The magical Essence within their bodies resonates as they harmonize, amplifies their tune, and carries their song for miles.

Royal Consort’s Carriage

Ground Caravan Cosmetic Skin *

Because the Royal Consort’s Carriage is pulled by a powerful Dawnwalker – the wingless version of the majestic Dawnbreaker – it will gather much attention and draw many eyes. Constructed by expert woodcrafters and painted with exquisite colors, the carraige’s upholstered seating is plush and of the highest quality, and the delicate silk privacy screens will ensure your comfort, safety, and anonymity. To be seen in one of these coveted carriages is to tell the world that you enjoy the finer things, and insist upon the highest-quality standards of living.

Chortlebough

Freehold Large House Building Cosmetic Skin *

When the organist strikes a chord, the percussive force of the blastwave from the largest of the Py’rian ‘musical trees’ can make even the great elderwoods of the ancient forest bend in submission. The Chortlebough is a smaller version of this musical structure, so it may not bend any trees, but I believe that with time and practice, one could certainly burst their neighbors’ windows.

Wayfarer Pre-order Package

Access to future Beta Two test phase
2 months of game time ($30 Value)
$25 in Embers (in-game marketplace credits, NO P2W!)
Deepwood Syrinxk

Expeditionary Pre-order Package

Access to future Beta One test phase
Access to future Beta Two test phase
4 months of game time ($60 Value)
$50 in Embers (in-game marketplace credits, NO P2W!)
Deepwood Syrinx
Deepwood Vyla

Voyager Pre-order Package

Access to future Alpha Two test phase
Access to future Beta One test phase
Access to future Beta Two test phase
6 months of game time ($90 Value)
$100 in Embers (in-game marketplace credits, NO P2W!)
Deepwood Syrinx
Deepwood Vyla
Stringbok

Voyager Plus Pre-order Package

Access to future Alpha Two test phase
Access to future Beta One test phase
Access to future Beta Two test phase
9 months of game time ($135 value)
$125 in Embers (in-game marketplace credits, NO P2W!)
Deepwood Syrinx
Deepwood Vyla
Stringbok
Godsinger’s Garb
Royal Consort’s Carriage
Chortlebough
Name Reservation

* All skin cosmetic items are cosmetic items only and do not grant the user any other benefit. The lore text is flavor text, and background of the creatures and items in the world of Verra. Costume cosmetic items do not include the weapons pictured.