The Crest of Ishtara is an ornate golden crown, lined with gemstones and decorated by feathers of various colours.
Appearance[]
The Crest of Ishtara is a crown of solid gold, adorned with numerous gemstones and more notably, is decorated with numerous feathers, all belonging to previous matriarchs. Due to the differences in feather colour among each matriarch, it has often been described as having a "rainbow-like" beauty and as such is viewed with opulence among the Siadunan Harpies.
Qualities[]
While it is not magical in nature, it is worth noting that it was crafted by dwarves.
History[]
The Origins of the Crest of Ishtara began with Ishtara Ivoryfeather, who ruled the Siadanlén Queendom at its height in the early 800s. It was crafted by 12 captive dwarven artisans, and upon it's completion, Ishtara plucked one of her own feathers and placed it in the center of the crown, beginning the tradition of new matriarchs placing one of their own feathers upon ascension. To Siadunan Harpies, the crest is both a symbol of power and authority, as well as a symbol of respect and reverence towards previous matriarchs, particularly those who were known for their ferocity and skill in war. Following the subjugation of the Siádan Matriarchy and Mulén Matriarchy in 1453 by the Elaiénna Matriarchy, it came into the hands of Jasiéne Elaiennó, who later passed it to down to her daughter Jaddarésa. Upon Jaddarésa's ascension to co-empress of the Jadd Empire alongside her father Jaddar, it was incorporated as one of the Crown Jewels of the Jadd Empire. The Crest was in Dhenijansar when the Deioderan began, and was utilized as the crown of the Nahana Jadd Empire until it's reunification with the Jaddanzar Empire after the Rending of Realms, when the Crest was returned to Jaddanzar.