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Red Temple

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	'''Creeds'''		'''Creeds'''

	Though the Red Temple is unified under the authority of the high priests of Umburn and Lyte, there are different creeds operating within the religion itself, separated by minor differences in belief and practice, though all creeds believe in Nikina as the primary god and force of good, and that the sacred text known as the Dutri as the source of doctrine. The creeds are the Dualkedorians of [[Margon]], [[Arkein]], and [[Simbea]]; the Arngosians of [[Umberia]], [[Granland]], [[Vastin]], and [[Regyland]]; and the lesser creeds of Abadorians of [[Asshor]], [[Satium]], and [[Maugnun]], and the Prielics of [[Laviscon]], [[Solusia]], [[Velena]], [[Curin]], and [[Yaele]].		Though the Red Temple is unified under the authority of the high priests of Umburn and Lyte, there are different creeds operating within the religion itself, separated by minor differences in belief and practice, though all creeds believe in Nikina as the primary god and force of good, and that the sacred text known as the Dutri as the source of doctrine. The creeds are the Dualkedorians of [[Margon]], [[Arkein]], and [[Simbea]]; the Arngosians of [[Umberia]], [[Granland]], [[Vastin]], and [[Regyland]]; and the lesser creeds of Abadorians of [[Asshor]], [[Satium]], and [[Maugnun]], and the Prielics of [[Laviscon]], [[Solusia]], [[Velena]], [[Curin]], [[Oluseon]], and [[Yaele]].

	'''Dualkedorians'''		'''Dualkedorians'''

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	===Mysticism===		===Mysticism===
	Mystics are found mostly in northern ~~Surubia~~ and Seleru. In ~~Surubia~~, Eber mysticism was founded by [[Seleru_History#Esereu_People\|Mezim of Eser]] in around 2600BD, and has since been transformed by other religions into variants of the old form. It focusses more on astronomy and less on the hoqon and gods. Mysticism can also be found in and around [[Ileimou]], [[Hmou]], [[Envou]], [[Haramys]], and [[Surutes]].		Mystics are found mostly in northern Suribia and Seleru. In Suribia, Eber mysticism was founded by [[Seleru_History#Esereu_People\|Mezim of Eser]] in around 2600BD, and has since been transformed by other religions into variants of the old form. It focusses more on astronomy and less on the hoqon and gods. Mysticism can also be found in and around [[Ileimou]], [[Hmou]], [[Envou]], [[Haramys]], and [[Surutes]].

	Mystics dwell in sacred buildings called ostium. As with a hoqomer, high mystics are seen as very authoritative figures, and in many cases act alongside ruling powers. The most sacred act of a mystic is to complete a pilgrimage. There are various minor pilgrimages across the lands, but by far the most significant is the Noqlable Tuq, which is a journey to the [[Geography#Wonders_2\|Noqlable Arch]]. The pilgrimage route utilises major and minor roads built by the Xilou Hoqomer, and connects Haramys, Envou, the Eber Empire, the Reunou and Xinmou Hoqomers, the Dead Coast, Ileimou, and Hmou. Smaller stone arches called Noqlab are found all along the pilgrimage route, and ancient ones can be found elsewhere, marking old routes that are no longer used. Mystic texts are mainly focussed on astronomical recordings, from which many derivative works have emerged, covering chants, methods of meditation, dances, and tales that promote and strengthen mystic values and beliefs.		Mystics dwell in sacred buildings called ostium. As with a hoqomer, high mystics are seen as very authoritative figures, and in many cases act alongside ruling powers. The most sacred act of a mystic is to complete a pilgrimage. There are various minor pilgrimages across the lands, but by far the most significant is the Noqlable Tuq, which is a journey to the [[Geography#Wonders_2\|Noqlable Arch]]. The pilgrimage route utilises major and minor roads built by the Xilou Hoqomer, and connects Haramys, Envou, the Eber Empire, the Reunou and Xinmou Hoqomers, the Dead Coast, Ileimou, and Hmou. Smaller stone arches called Noqlab are found all along the pilgrimage route, and ancient ones can be found elsewhere, marking old routes that are no longer used. Mystic texts are mainly focussed on astronomical recordings, from which many derivative works have emerged, covering chants, methods of meditation, dances, and tales that promote and strengthen mystic values and beliefs.

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Farhi Bhara

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	\|God of the moon and rest. He is associated with the owl.		\|God of the moon and rest. He is associated with the owl.
	\|God of storms and fortune. He is associated with the		\|God of storms and fortune. He is associated with the sea.
	\|God of heaven. He is associated with [[Astronomy#The Eye\|The Eye]].		\|God of heaven. He is associated with [[Astronomy#The Eye\|The Eye]].
	\|Goddess of healing. She is associated with the camel.		\|Goddess of healing. She is associated with the camel.

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Mysticism

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	Mystics are found mostly in northern Surubia and Seleru. In Surubia, Eber mysticism was founded by [[Seleru_History#Esereu_People\|Mezim of Eser]] in around 2600BD, and has since been transformed by other religions into variants of the old form. It focusses more on astronomy and less on the hoqon and gods. Mysticism can also be found in and around [[Ileimou]], [[Hmou]], [[Envou]], [[Haramys]], and [[Surutes]].		Mystics are found mostly in northern Surubia and Seleru. In Surubia, Eber mysticism was founded by [[Seleru_History#Esereu_People\|Mezim of Eser]] in around 2600BD, and has since been transformed by other religions into variants of the old form. It focusses more on astronomy and less on the hoqon and gods. Mysticism can also be found in and around [[Ileimou]], [[Hmou]], [[Envou]], [[Haramys]], and [[Surutes]].

	Mystics dwell in sacred buildings called ostium. As with a hoqomer, high mystics are seen as very authoritative figures, and in many cases act alongside ruling powers. The most sacred act of a mystic is to complete a pilgrimage. There are various minor pilgrimages across the lands, but by far the most significant is the Noqlable Tuq, which is a journey to the [[Geography#Wonders_2\|Noqlable Arch]]. The pilgrimage route utilises major and minor roads built by the Xilou Hoqomer, and connects Haramys, Envou, the Eber Empire, the Reunou and Xinmou Hoqomers, the Dead Coast, Ileimou, and Hmou. Mystic texts are mainly focussed on astronomical recordings, from which many derivative works have emerged, covering chants, methods of meditation, dances, and tales that promote and strengthen mystic values and beliefs.		Mystics dwell in sacred buildings called ostium. As with a hoqomer, high mystics are seen as very authoritative figures, and in many cases act alongside ruling powers. The most sacred act of a mystic is to complete a pilgrimage. There are various minor pilgrimages across the lands, but by far the most significant is the Noqlable Tuq, which is a journey to the [[Geography#Wonders_2\|Noqlable Arch]]. The pilgrimage route utilises major and minor roads built by the Xilou Hoqomer, and connects Haramys, Envou, the Eber Empire, the Reunou and Xinmou Hoqomers, the Dead Coast, Ileimou, and Hmou. Smaller stone arches called Noqlab are found all along the pilgrimage route, and ancient ones can be found elsewhere, marking old routes that are no longer used. Mystic texts are mainly focussed on astronomical recordings, from which many derivative works have emerged, covering chants, methods of meditation, dances, and tales that promote and strengthen mystic values and beliefs.

	In [[Asshor]] and [[Havigban]], mystic kings can be found ruling. Mystics themselves dwell in sacred buildings called ostriva. As with a hoqomer, high mystics are seen as very authoritative figures, and in many cases act alongside ruling powers.		In [[Asshor]] and [[Havigban]], mystic kings can be found ruling. Mystics themselves dwell in sacred buildings called ostriva. As with a hoqomer, high mystics are seen as very authoritative figures, and in many cases act alongside ruling powers.

Treijim: /* Red Temple */

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Red Temple

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	A gigantic religion which is spread throughout the Benevan kingdoms and city-states. The Red Temple worships the Child God [[Nikina]] and attempts to unite humanity against the god of destruction: [[Garukavar]]. It was founded by [[Benevis_History#Nor_Vastin_Kingdom\|King Arngos]] around 800BD.		A gigantic religion which is spread throughout the Benevan kingdoms and city-states. The Red Temple worships the Child God [[Nikina]] and attempts to unite humanity against the god of destruction: [[Garukavar]]. It was founded by [[Benevis_History#Nor_Vastin_Kingdom\|King Arngos]] around 800BD.

	The religion utilises large temples as centres of worship and places where priests of the Temple can be found. Smaller temples for towns and villages are known simply as chapels. Individual homes often have a small wooden figure of Nikina in the corner of the house furthest from the entry, to ward evil away from the home. These figures are usually simply called icons. Larger statues are common in temples and chapels, and they are almost always of Nikina, and are positioned at the end of the nave. Other statues may be of historical high priests, but they are never given the same emphasis as statues of Nikina. In some parts of Benevis, there are outdoor statues of Nikina in gardens maintained by temples, where people come to chant and pray. Due to the physical presence of Nikina among his religion, the Red Temple has a lot of influence on the ruling powers. The [[Venquis]] are monster-slaying knights who operate in secret and are supported by the Temple.		The religion utilises large temples as centres of worship and places where priests of the Temple can be found. Smaller temples for towns and villages are known simply as chapels. Individual homes often have a small wooden figure of Nikina in the corner of the house furthest from the entry, to ward evil away from the home. These figures are usually simply called icons. Sometimes wayside icons made of wood or stone are placed near the site of a crime, accident, or to mark dangerous or difficult terrain. Larger statues are common in temples and chapels, and they are almost always of Nikina, and are positioned at the end of the nave. Other statues may be of historical high priests, but they are never given the same emphasis as statues of Nikina. In some parts of Benevis, there are outdoor statues of Nikina in gardens maintained by temples, where people come to chant and pray. Due to the physical presence of Nikina among his religion, the Red Temple has a lot of influence on the ruling powers. The [[Venquis]] are monster-slaying knights who operate in secret and are supported by the Temple.

	The primary religious text is the Dutri (also called the Dethreos, Dudrei, or Dutrys), which is a compilation of myths, lost histories, and sacred laws transcribed from what Nikina has spoken in the past, as well as chapters of early history of the Red Temple up to around 400BD. Over the next few hundred years, with the escalation in conflict leading up to the War of Ten Kings, work on the Dutri became too fragmented and divided, and after the Darkness, the Dutri was deemed too old to amend or change, so it has not changed in a millennium. There are also collections of song books written by priests who turned many sections of the Dutri into song form, which are usually chanted by Red Temple priests during services. Joining the priests in these chants is considered one of the most sacred form of prayer, and is an expression of gratitude to the Red Temple and Nikina for being the heart of civilised mankind.		The primary religious text is the Dutri (also called the Dethreos, Dudrei, or Dutrys), which is a compilation of myths, lost histories, and sacred laws transcribed from what Nikina has spoken in the past, as well as chapters of early history of the Red Temple up to around 400BD. Over the next few hundred years, with the escalation in conflict leading up to the War of Ten Kings, work on the Dutri became too fragmented and divided, and after the Darkness, the Dutri was deemed too old to amend or change, so it has not changed in a millennium. There are also collections of song books written by priests who turned many sections of the Dutri into song form, which are usually chanted by Red Temple priests during services. Joining the priests in these chants is considered one of the most sacred form of prayer, and is an expression of gratitude to the Red Temple and Nikina for being the heart of civilised mankind.

Treijim: /* Alatia */

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Alatia

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	People of [[Huirnon]] and [[Alacas]] believe in Adrastatirok -- the one god -- and various other high spirits relating to the moon and sun, helping others, and seeking truth.		People of [[Huirnon]] and [[Alacas]] believe in Adrastatirok -- the one god -- and various other high spirits relating to the moon and sun, helping others, and seeking truth.

	Alatian priests are called followers, and erect great obelisks in their towns and cities to their pantheon of gods, often with shrines nearby. Alatianism has little influence on the monarchs of western Yvatshun. As one of a few large religions without specifically religious buildings, ~~Alationism~~ is unique in that it moves around easily. Follower priests often travel from place to place, performing dances with ballads that tell stories of the gods. Makeshift temporary obelisks are frequently erected in honour of these times. The origins of ~~Alationism~~ are not known; it has no sacred texts or objects by which it is propagated or reinforced.		Alatian priests are called followers, and erect great obelisks in their towns and cities to their pantheon of gods, often with shrines nearby. Alatianism has little influence on the monarchs of western Yvatshun. As one of a few large religions without specifically religious buildings, Alatianism is unique in that it moves around easily. Follower priests often travel from place to place, performing dances with ballads that tell stories of the gods. Makeshift temporary obelisks are frequently erected in honour of these times. The origins of Alatianism are not known; it has no sacred texts or objects by which it is propagated or reinforced.

	Around 150-200AL, an Alatian high priest called [[Rapturian]] divided the Vastions with his own variant of Alatianism but was ultimately executed for high crimes.		Around 150-200AL, an Alatian high priest called [[Rapturian]] divided the Vastions with his own variant of Alatianism but was ultimately executed for high crimes.

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Remdorian Sect

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	The Sect is a fairly new religion introduced to Remdor by foreign travellers. Its specific origins are unknown. It involves a dual set of central beliefs and does not believe in gods.		The Sect is a fairly new religion introduced to Remdor by foreign travellers. Its specific origins are unknown. It involves a dual set of central beliefs and does not believe in gods.

	Priests called curators dwell in temples called sects, which act like churches for the populace. The high priests have significant authority in the land, but the sect is not higher than the king himself.		Priests called curators dwell in temples called sects, which act like churches for the populace. The high priests have significant authority in the land, but the sect is not higher than the king himself. People visit sects every fortnight, gathering together for two events: sermons are told by curators to the people there, usually recounting the laws and values of the Sect, and reinforcing the ideas of sacrifice and blessing; afterwards, people make offerings, leaving behind one item that they want to do without on a pile before the altar. Since it has no gods, related artforms are usually pairs of faceless statues that represent the duality of sacrifice and blessing.

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Treijim: /* Alatia */

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Alatia

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	People of [[Huirnon]] and [[Alacas]] believe in Adrastatirok -- the one god -- and various other high spirits relating to the moon and sun, helping others, and seeking truth.		People of [[Huirnon]] and [[Alacas]] believe in Adrastatirok -- the one god -- and various other high spirits relating to the moon and sun, helping others, and seeking truth.

	Alatian priests are called followers, and erect great obelisks in their towns and cities to their pantheon of gods, often with shrines nearby. Alatianism has little influence on the monarchs of ~~eastern~~ Yvatshun.		Alatian priests are called followers, and erect great obelisks in their towns and cities to their pantheon of gods, often with shrines nearby. Alatianism has little influence on the monarchs of western Yvatshun. As one of a few large religions without specifically religious buildings, Alationism is unique in that it moves around easily. Follower priests often travel from place to place, performing dances with ballads that tell stories of the gods. Makeshift temporary obelisks are frequently erected in honour of these times. The origins of Alationism are not known; it has no sacred texts or objects by which it is propagated or reinforced.

	Around 150-200AL, an Alatian high priest called [[Rapturian]] divided the Vastions with his own variant of Alatianism but was ultimately executed for high crimes.		Around 150-200AL, an Alatian high priest called [[Rapturian]] divided the Vastions with his own variant of Alatianism but was ultimately executed for high crimes.

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Yvabiran

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	People of [[Yvabira]] traditionally believe in a variety of gods, many of whom are related or share a history together. Though there is no strict hierarchy or sense of cooperation, Ksevan is generally their high god.		People of [[Yvabira]] traditionally believe in a variety of gods, many of whom are related or share a history together. Though there is no strict hierarchy or sense of cooperation, Ksevan is generally their high god.

	Temples are called hof, and house druid priests, who usually have some influence on kinas leaders.		Temples are called hof, and house druid priests, who usually have some influence on kinas leaders. Hofs are usually the place where the arts of woodworking and woodwind instruments are mastered and taught, and druid priests often travel to spread these arts, coupling them with stories of the Yvabiran gods, sharing the wisdom that can be derived from the tales. When a druid priest gains enough popularity and support, they are said to have received the divine task of building a great totem called an Atce. Many atce are finished within a decade, but some take generations to finish and are truly monumental. In the past, some groups of druid priests declared offenses against the gods were committed by villages who adopted Dunian beliefs, and had said villages and their occupants burned, but as of around 600AL, when the Dunian Empire began to withdraw, this practice has since been replaced with hunting festivals, where any suitable game is offered to the gods as sacrifices.

	See [[Yvatshun_History#Mythology\|Mythology]] for the mythology of this region.		See [[Yvatshun_History#Mythology\|Mythology]] for the mythology of this region.

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	!Raevil!!''Holy Pyre!!''Raevil's Bloodline		!Raevil!!''Holy Pyre!!''Raevil's Bloodline
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	\|The primary god who founded the Holy Pyre. He is said to a mortal descendant of a Yvabiran god, and saved the land from monsters before having his will immortalised in the form of the flames of the pyre. He was a great warrior who found a grey flame in a sacred cavern and took it upon his sword, called Narezlar, which gained the ability to destroy monsters in one strike.		\|The primary god who founded the Holy Pyre. He is said to be a mortal descendant of a Yvabiran god, and saved the land from monsters before having his will immortalised in the form of the flames of the pyre. He was a great warrior who found a grey flame in a sacred cavern and took it upon his sword, called Narezlar, which gained the ability to destroy monsters in one strike.
	\|The unyielding flames of the Holy Pyre are Raevil's body and spirit persisting into the present day. Every church in Nhorcea has a pyre that was lit by the same fire, which has been burning for centuries now. The flame burns grey and its magical warmth can permeate an entire city, keeping out the region's frigid cold.		\|The unyielding flames of the Holy Pyre are Raevil's body and spirit persisting into the present day. Every church in Nhorcea has a pyre that was lit by the same fire, which has been burning for centuries now. The flame burns grey and its magical warmth can permeate an entire city, keeping out the region's frigid cold.
	\|The Lords of the Chamber are descended from Raevil's bloodline, and many of them are born magificers who learn diviniturgy taught by the church. They make up the highest ranks of the order, and specialise in battling monsters and keeping Raevil's peace.		\|The Lords of the Chamber are descended from Raevil's bloodline, and many of them are born magificers who learn diviniturgy taught by the church. They make up the highest ranks of the order, and specialise in battling monsters and keeping Raevil's peace.
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	The Sect is a fairly new religion introduced to Remdor by foreign travellers. Its specific origins are unknown. It involves a dual set of central beliefs and does not believe in gods.		The Sect is a fairly new religion introduced to Remdor by foreign travellers. Its specific origins are unknown. It involves a dual set of central beliefs and does not believe in gods.

	Priests called curators dwell in temples called sects, which act like churches for the populace. The high priests have significant ~~authority~~ in the land, but the sect is not higher than the king himself. People visit sects every fortnight, gathering together for two events: sermons are told by curators to the people there, usually recounting the laws and values of the Sect, and reinforcing the ideas of sacrifice and blessing; afterwards, people make offerings, leaving behind one item that they want to do without on a pile before the altar. Since it has no gods, related artforms are usually pairs of faceless statues that represent the duality of sacrifice and blessing.		Priests called curators dwell in temples called sects, which act like churches for the populace. The high priests have significant influence in the land, but the sect is not higher than the king himself. People visit sects every fortnight, gathering together for two events: sermons are told by curators to the people there, usually recounting the laws and values of the Sect, and reinforcing the ideas of sacrifice and blessing; afterwards, people make offerings, leaving behind one item that they want to do without on a pile before the altar. Since it has no gods, related artforms are usually pairs of faceless statues that represent the duality of sacrifice and blessing.

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	!Diocesan!!''Sacrifice!!''Blessing		!Diocesan!!''Sacrifice!!''Blessing
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	\|The symbolic head of the sect. The diocesan is elected at set intervals. Anybody can put themselves up for election. The voting is done within the sect itself. They only have ~~influential power in society~~.		\|The symbolic head of the sect. The diocesan is elected at set intervals. Anybody can put themselves up for election. The voting is done within the sect itself. They only have influence over culture, but have no say on laws.
	\|The sect believes that goodness only comes when people are willing to give up something in return. Those who hoard -- possessions or ideas -- will receive suffering in life.		\|The sect believes that goodness only comes when people are willing to give up something in return. Those who hoard -- possessions or ideas -- will receive suffering in life.
	\|The sect believes that blessings are earned when people give up needless posessions and ideas, and that those who give blessings to others are apt to receive goodness in life.		\|The sect believes that blessings are earned when people give up needless posessions and ideas, and that those who give blessings to others are apt to receive goodness in life.