kanalus
Kanalus is a term used in the mythology and worldbuilding of a fictional culture created for literature and games. In its core usage, Kanalus denotes a water-related deity or spirit who governs rivers, canals, and irrigation, and who also serves as a patron of travelers who rely on waterways.
Etymology: The name Kanalus comes from a constructed language used by the culture, combining roots associated
Cultural role: Kanalus is typically worshiped at riverbanks and canal junctions. Temples are placed along major
Iconography: Representations show a figure with interlaced waterways along a flowing cloak and a staff resembling
Rituals and festivals: The Flow Festival marks the onset of the rainy season with boat processions, offerings
Regional variants: In some areas Kanalus is imagined as two aspects—Kanalus Helios, linked to daytime navigation
Impact: The Kanalus tradition shapes settlement patterns, with towns clustering around canal networks, and legal codes