Lore

Pantheon is not just a digital collecting experience; it's a richly woven tapestry of mythology, legend, and cosmic intrigue. The lore of Pantheon sets the stage for a journey that intertwines the ancient past with a dynamic, evolving present. At the heart of this tale lies the essence of the old gods, their power infused into the very fabric of the Crocoverse, waiting to be discovered and harnessed by intrepid collectors.

The Beginning

In the beginning, the universe was a relatively straightforward place. The old gods went about their divine business, smiting this, creating that, and generally enjoying the perks of being omnipotent. However, as with all things, the inevitable question arose:

"What happens when we're gone?"

The gods, being the clever sorts they were, realized that their divine power was not eternal. They knew that one day, they might fade away, leaving the universe without their guiding presence. And so, they hatched a plan—a plan to ensure that their essence would live on, even if they themselves did not.

The Great Crocodile

A creature so ancient and unfathomable that it made the gods themselves look like mere toddlers playing in a cosmic sandbox. The gods saw in this primordial beast a vessel worthy of carrying their divine spark. They reasoned that if they could infuse the crocodile with their power, it would become a living repository of their essence, capable of passing on their attributes to future generations.

And so, the gods poured their power into the great crocodile, each one contributing a unique aspect of their divine nature. The result was a creature that was not just a single god, but a fusion of many—a walking, swimming, egg-laying embodiment of the pantheon.

The Relic Eggs

The great crocodile, now infused with the gods' power, began to lay eggs—no ordinary eggs, but Relic Eggs. Each egg contained a fragment of the old gods' essence, a divine blend of attributes waiting to be unleashed upon the universe. These Relic Eggs are the key to accessing the powers and traits of the deities, making them highly coveted items in the Pantheon.

The Merchant and the Forgotten City

In the heart of the cosmos lies the Forgotten City, an ancient and enigmatic realm lost to time and found on no map. This overgrown labyrinth of ruins, shrouded in mystery, reveals itself only to those who hold $CROC. Collectors who stumble upon this forgotten place encounter The Merchant, an ageless being driven by an insatiable need for amusement. It hints that something monumental is coming—the end of the world of gods and men. "For you to hold $CROC and find this place, you must be quite special indeed," it muses, delighting in the chaos and creativity that follow.

The Merchant offers Relic Eggs, each containing fragments of the old gods' essence, to these chosen collectors. As Hatchlings emerge, brimming with divine power, collectors are urged to assemble teams and sacrifice those they deem unworthy. The Merchant feeds on the devotion of these Hatchlings, growing stronger and transforming the Forgotten City itself. Its motives remain shrouded in mystery, caring not for the fate of mortals or gods but only for its own twisted sense of entertainment. As the city and the Merchant evolve, the narrative of Pantheon unfolds, driven by the actions and sacrifices of the collectors who dare to engage with this ancient, ever-changing entity.