Auril is a fictional deity in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, known as the Frostmaiden. She represents winter, cold, and the harshness of nature. Auril is often depicted as a beautiful woman with icy features, embodying the beauty and danger of winter. Her followers believe in the power of cold and often seek to harness its strength. In the lore, Auril is part of the Faerûn pantheon and is associated with the Elemental Plane of Ice. She is often in conflict with other deities, particularly those representing warmth and life, such as Lathander. Her worshipers include those who thrive in cold environments and those who seek to control winter's fury.