| Type: monotheism (very matriarchal) Direction: outwards Focus: converting others Deity: The Goddess of Nature and Crossroads Titles: The Plant-Loving, The All-Mother, The Wanderer Divine Interaction: somewhat uncommon Involves: miracles Afterlife: is an eternal party for the good and can be reached by the living, with effort Supernatural: malevolent nature spirits, monsters, benevolent nature spirits Worship: joyous individual public sacrifices Holidays: few Holidays Celebrate: the harvest, new moons, martyrs, great priests Major Holiday(s): often include exchanges of gifts Clergy: females only Function: arbiters of holiness, teachers Lifestyle: spartan Family: large (children encouraged) Chosen: raised from birth to be clergy Distinguished By: special powers | Cultural Aspects Symbol: is a(n) 12-pointed star Holy Color: silver Passed Down: via a strong oral tradition with some writings Creation Myth Type: emergence Mortals' Origin: purely accidental Major Myth/Symbol(s): the dragonslayer Deadly Sins: none High Virtues: wisdom, thoughtfulness, moderation, selflessness and honesty Associated Artform: chanting Coming of Age: 15 years old (females only) Coming of Age Rite: involves leading a public ceremony Marriage: is often arranged from birth Marriage Rites: involve many unique symbolic rituals Death Rites: involve dividing up the deceased's property Major Taboo: displays of affection Prevalence: believed by all Outsiders: are discriminated against |
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