Tunare
Nature goddess; creator and mother of the elves.

- Type
- Deity
- Allegiance
- The Elddar — children of Tunare
- Attested in
- EQ1EQ2RPG
- Sources
- 221 texts
Overview
Drawn from Tunare — deity description.EQ1Primary · official
Followers of Tunare believe that we are all Tunare's children. The children of Tunare seek to help Norrath, which they believe to be a living and breathing Being, to blossom and grow.
Followers believe that the world of Norrath gave birth to
Tunare and from her all life has sprung forth. Thus, by worshipping and protecting the land, followers are paying homage and respect to The Mother of Their Mother, who in turn protects and provides for them. Followers of Tunare will fight to the death to protect nature in all it's forms.
Many Druids, Rangers, and a great many Elves follow the ways of Tunare.
Overview
Drawn from The Calling of the Guardian — in-game book.EQ2Primary · mirrored · best available source
Echoes of Faydwer Lore
The great dragon raised his head and sniffed the air, his eyes scanning the forest around him. Though the lands were quiet, something was different. He could sense a presence approaching from very direction, as if coalescing all around him. He walked outside the stone ring and paused, recognizing her at last.
"Greetings, Mother." He spoke in an ancient tongue.
She walked towards him out of the mist, her emerald gown trailing behind her. Flowers sprang up where her feet touched the earth. "Well met, watcher. It pleases me to speak to you at last."
"Your presence is unexpected," he told her. "I am not used to entertaining such esteemed company."
She bowed her head slightly and smiled. "Long have you stood there within the Wakening Lands, defending your ring against those who come here to do harm. Though you were sent in the service of Veeshan, you have been of great benefit to me as well. For that, Wuoshi, you have my thanks."
"This forest is my home," he told her. "I care little for the politics and machinations of the Claws or the Ring. That, as much as any reason, is why I accepted this duty. It is here that I belong, amongst the trees and vines, protecting them from the lesser races."
Overview
Drawn from The Code of the Koada’Dal (Introduction) — compiled history.RPGCommunity article · best available source
When the Lord of Fire scorched Takish-Hiz and the very soul of the elven people, it is said that Tunare wept so that the winds blew and the mountains shuddered. Upon those winds, her tears were carried over the sands and across the waters to the east. The elves followed the divine winds, and they did feel their Mistress’s pangs within their own hearts. The lives lost to the great scorching and to the long journey that followed are never to be forgotten.
It is said that each elf who perished, whether from hurts of the body or grief of the soul, was taken into Tunare’s arms and given the balm of her blessed tears, so that she or he might at least be made into a shining, unburdened spirit. These spirits we can still see today, each a star in the
night sky, shining to remind us of our proper place here upon the earth. Each precious star will forever be mourned.
— Introduction to The Code of the Koada’Dal
Official Lore
22Collected official lore pieces, from in-game and out — the 22 strongest of 87 listed.
Tunare - The Mother of All
Allied with Karana, Erollisi Marr and Rodcet Nife, and enemies with Bertoxxulous, Tunare, the Mother of All, rules the Plane of Growth. Tunare appears as a very attractive older humanoid female wearing flowing robes and a crown of vines and leaves. Tunare is very protective of what she considers to be one of Her finest achievements, the good elf races of Norr…
Read the full sourceFiriona meets the Mother
Firiona sought the aid of a devout follower of Tunare in order to learn how best to honor the Lady for her aid and protection in the battle that became to be known as "Bloody Kithicor". Simple prayer and thanks would not suffice. She heard of one named Mirriana who dwelled within city of Kelethin. After gaining the aid of some kind strangers, Firiona was pres…
Read the full sourceThe Blessing of Tunare
This story begins many years ago when I was a child. I had wandered away from our village and could not find my way back. I spent many a day in the forest, subsisting on grubs and berries. I found myself near death, and knew that I could do nothing but pray that my journey to the beyond would be swift. I think she came to me in the form of a wolf.
Read the full sourceFiriona meets the King
Factions of good and evil throughout Norrath grew restless, in their endless stagnation. Balance prevented either side from growing stronger. Felwithe royalty succumbed to the love of creature comforts as well as to the satisfaction of ownership and began to move away from Tunare's concepts of balance.
Read the full sourceThe Rescue of Firiona Vie
Festival of Tunare's Harvest The annual festival of Tunare's Harvest was held at the newly created outpost of Firiona Vie on the continent of Kunark. The year had been a hard one that began with the capture of Tunare's Chosen, Firiona Vie, by the Iksar Danak Dhorentath.
Read the full sourceTale of Two Nymphs
When Tunare saw her elves come to ruin at Solusek Ro's hands, she shed tears upon the lands. For each tear, a nymph was created. The nymphs came to life to tend to the lands that had been twisted and tortured by Solusek Ro's anger. And for each place where one of Tunare's tears fell, a specific type of nymph was born.
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EverQuest Manual — The Deities of Norrath
Bertoxxulous. Lovers of death and disease; dedicated to spreading both. Brell Serilis. Chosen inhabitants of the underground; slightly antagonistic. Bristlebane Fizzlethorpe. True believers of fun and mischief; doctrine disregards trust and honesty. Cazic-Thule. Followers are ruled by fear; hate, cruelty and torture abound.
Read the full sourceThe Calling of the Guardian
Echoes of Faydwer Lore The great dragon raised his head and sniffed the air, his eyes scanning the forest around him. Though the lands were quiet, something was different. He could sense a presence approaching from very direction, as if coalescing all around him. He walked outside the stone ring and paused, recognizing her at last.
Read the full sourceTunare Symbol Quests
You say, 'Hail, Yeolarn Bronzeleaf' Yeolarn Bronzeleaf says, 'Hail, _______ ! We of Tunare are charged with protecting the Great Mother from the forces of Innoruuk. Even now, the evil minions of this foul deity are despoiling our great forest. Will you help us [protect the Mother]? You say, 'I will protect the Mother'
Read the full sourceThe History of Norrath
…And when the other gods came to Norrath, Brell Serilis approached each of them, and after some time convinced them to meet as one to discuss the fate of the world. The Great Mother Tunare, and Prexus, The Oceanlord were in attendance, and Rallos Zek, the warlord, was also there, yet in mistrust kept his distance.
Read the full sourceSionachie Heartsinger
…The words spoken by Tunare were still fresh in Firiona's mind: "Seek them out, My Child, and restore them as you have been restored. First, find your chronicler. Remember the child who sought you first? Seek that one. She needs you and will be of great importance to you in the days to come. She still sings the history of the elves. Find her in the trees…"
Read the full sourceSionachie Heartsinger
…The words spoken by Tunare were still fresh in Firiona's mind: "Seek them out, My Child, and restore them as you have been restored. First, find your chronicler. Remember the child who sought you first? Seek that one. She needs you and will be of great importance to you in the days to come. She still sings the history of the elves.
Read the full sourceThe Rescue of Firiona Vie
Festival of Tunare's Harvest The annual festival of Tunare's Harvest was held at the newly created outpost of Firiona Vie on the continent of Kunark. The year had been a hard one that began with the capture of Tunare's Chosen, Firiona Vie, by the Iksar Danak Dhorentath. One year before, after Firiona Vie's capture, Galeth Veredeth over saw the construction of…
Read the full sourceInto the Depths of: Elddar Forest
…Tunare has enlisted the aid of Karana and Druzzil Ro to send adventurers back to this city in order to reclaim lost knowledge to aid in the fight against Mayong Mistmoore. Background Lore Tunare, the goddess of Nature, saw a lush forest and fertile land on a great continent in Norrath.
Read the full sourcequests hq rumors and whispers
…Shortly after court was held, Firiona ventured with several travelers into the depths of the Lesser Faydark, where she encountered the sacred unicorn, Equestrielle. The sacred beast of Tunare advised Firiona that the Mother of All herself must be summoned in regard to the recent loss of The Lifeguide, a staff given to the champion by Tunare herself.
Read the full sourceThe Elder Age
…The Great Mother Tunare, and Prexus, The Oceanlord were in attendance, and Rallos Zek, the warlord, was also there, yet in mistrust kept his distance. Brell, carefully avoiding all queries as to the origins of his information, told of Veeshan's discovery of the new and potentially powerful world in which she had deposited her brood.
Read the full sourceOn the Town of: Felwithe - 2/08/08
…Felwithe is the home to Norrath's Koada'Dal and has bred many an esteemed hero. Paladins and clerics are the pride of this city. Boasting elaborate guildhalls of unrivaled beauty and majesty, together their guilds form the Clerics of Tunare. Travelers who frequent this city, have maple opportunity to purchase Koada'Dal wares and crafts, and imbibe the finest…
Read the full sourceThe Unkempt Warders
Udos-Ehai Digowa commanded the druid to remain in the forest and share with the humans his magics and ways. If ever the druid should attempt to flee the forest confines, the Tribe of the Moon would kill him, for they are always watching.
The Lava with Life
…Lore tells us that Solusek Ro raised the spine of the Serpent River in a fit of jealousy over the prosperity of Tunare's elves. The legends say that Solusek Ro, the Prince of Flame, wanted the forests of the great continent of the new world for his own creations and was angered by Tunare's arrogance and audacity in claiming the lands for herself.
Read the full sourceOn the Town of: Surefall Glade
…Located inside the southeastern edge of the Jaggedpine Forest, and just outside of Qeynos Hills, the Surefall Glade is home to the human and half elf rangers and druids of Tunare.
Read the full sourceSeeds of Destruction: Unfolding the Lore - Part 3
…Two great armies converged on the Kithicor Forest for one of the largest and bloodiest battles in Norrath's history. Lanys T`Vyl, the Child of Hate and Firiona Vie, the Chosen of Tunare brought their armies to Kithicor to wage war for the fate of Antonica. Firiona's relentless quest to keep the forces of evil at bay had all led to this.
Read the full sourceThe Battle of Bloody Kithicor: Part 3 – The Final Battle
…Lord Tephys, Galeth Veredeth and Firiona Vie waited just outside the entrance to High Pass with the assembled forces of the Paladins of Tunare and all others that were willing to assist them. The situation was very grave. The Teir'Dal army's approach was heralded by a stampede of frightened animals all scurrying in fear of the approaching dark elven menace.
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