Temple of the Arriving Satyr King
The Temple of the Arriving Satyr King is a famous Bassarid temple located outside of a village near the city of Agripinilla. The Temple is best known for its gigantic statue of a satyr, that features a large erect penis from which is emitted a tremendous waterfall.
The Statue of the Arriving Satyr King
The Statue of the Arriving Satyr King is a colossal statue of Silenus, the king of the satyrs, who serves as the protector and mentor of Dionysus. The statue, which stands at around 100 ft high, and which is distinguished by a large erect phallus which emits a tremendous waterfall, stands atop a small ziggurat-type foundation that is itself constructed atop the ceiling of the Congregation Garden, the main hall of the subterranean Temple of the Arriving Satyr King. The eyes of the statue are illuminated by two, constantly burning torches, as are the upward facing palms of the statue which extend outwards along side the statue's erect phallus, and the corners of the ziggurat upon which the statue is built. Vines grow from the statue's chin, as well as from its genitals, creating the impression of a great beard, and radiant pubic hair. Between the statue's legs are several steps upon which are featured potted poppy flowers. Around the base of the statue is a small seating area fashioned as a type of amphitheater, where Bassarid religious practitioners gather to pay homage to Silenus and Dionysus. Offerings to the god and his mentor may be placed on the various levels of statue's base. Owing to its scale and religious significance, the statue of the Arriving Satyr King is regarded as one of the modern wonders of the eastern world.
Temple Exterior
The Temple of the Arriving Satyr King was constructed in an underground cavern along a creek near Agripinilla, which flows directly into the Strait of Haifa. The temple, with this said, is completely encased in dirt and stone. The only feature of the temple which is visible from the surface is the large front window of the Congregation Garden. The entrance to the temple is concealed by a waterfall known as Pollen Falls. In order to enter the temple, visitors must pass through the purifying waters of Pollen Falls, causing them to be completely drenched. Once inside the temple, visitors are provided with towels to dry off, and a spare set of clothes which they must wear throughout the duration of their visit.
