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==Communionism==
 
==Communionism==
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Communionism is a new religion based on an old custom - namely, that of Communion with otherworldly spirits, usu. through the directed use of [[ikrif]]. The custom originates in the southlands of the [[Far East]], where the plant itself naturally grows. The religion itself has spread from its origins, with followers in the [[Antoza Commonwealth]], [[League of Anacan]], [[Svunnetland]], [[Ethiala]], [[Principality of Zonasa]], [[Lasanar]] and other realms.
  
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Communionism is a new religion based on an old custom - namely, that of Communion with otherworldly spirits, usu. through the directed use of [[ikrif]]. The custom originates in the southlands of the [[Far East]], where the plant itself naturally grows.
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After the death of Maltheo, Lu'an and others left and began to persecute members of this religion, a trend which is expected to continue indefinitely.
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{{template:Infobox Religion|
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name=Communionism|
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continent=[[Far East]]|
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founder=[[Olik Family/Maltheo|Maltheo]] and A.J|
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maintemplelocation=[[Taop]], [[Antoza Commonwealth]]|
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temples=3|
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followers=103,264|
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nobles=12|
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priests=1|
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shrines=9|
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}}
  
 
===Temples===
 
===Temples===
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Since Communion is not a necessarily theistic religion, its temples are not dedicated to the glory of any deities, and therefore their style is less grand. They are, in fact, places of study and guidance more than worship.
  
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There is one temple to date, constructed in the [[Antoza Commonwealth]] city of Taop.
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====[[Taop]]====
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{|border=1 style="background:navy; color:white"
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|'''Constructed By''': AJ
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|'''Temple Size''': Small Temple
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|'''Est. Believers''': 9,310
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|}
  
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''The temple is small and constructed of wood. It rests on a hill nearly on the outskirts of the city, and is rather plain compared to most other temples of the city. The Priests of Communionism, too, do not dress unusually, as they mill about casually.
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This temple was the first dedicated to the order of Communionism. It is small and constructed of wood. It rests on a hill nearly on the outskirts of the city, and is rather plain compared to most older temples of the city.  
  
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''Inside, the space is plain and the floorboards form an interesting, but not ornate, pattern. There are no statues, of gods or men, to be seen. Scribes, as if in an academy, carefully write on scrolls, some of which hang on the farthest wall. Other followers seem to meditate over light meals, sitting peacefully, seemingly oblivious to the outside world.
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Inside, the space is plain and the floorboards form an interesting, but not ornate, pattern. There are no statues, of gods or men, to be seen. Scribes, as if in an academy, carefully write on scrolls, some of which hang on the farthest wall.  
  
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''One might never guess, from appearances, that the Priests of this religion Commune with the Spirits of the Dead. And yet, you hear from passers-by in hushed voices that that is exactly what they do...''
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====[[Azros]]====
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{|border=1 style="background:navy; color:white"
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|'''Constructed By''': Corey
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|'''Temple Size''': Medium Temple
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|-
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|'''Est. Believers''': 9,850
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|}
  
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===Beliefs===
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This temple was the second constructed in the [[Antoza Commonwealth|Commonwealth]] and it earned Corey the title of Builder of the Temple. Typical of the Communionist style, the building is small and plain, though it is now the largest of the Communionist temples.
  
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The religion so far is non-theistic, neither worshipping nor denying any specific gods, and is very personalized, offering a differing paradigm to each person.
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====[[Anacan]]====
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{|border=1 style="background:navy; color:white"
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|'''Constructed By''': Olwe of Toren
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|'''Temple Size''': Medium Temple
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|-
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|'''Est. Believers''': 22,354
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|}
  
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A reliance on experienced priests as guides is a key factor in differentiating between ordinary hallucinations induced by a drug (as with recreational use) from genuine Communion with otherworldly spirits.
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The third temple was constructed when the [[League of Anacan]] was formed, as part of a reciprocal promise made to Maltheo (the other part being a large investment of gold by the latter in the City). This temple is also accompanied by 1 shrine within the city.
  
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===Ceremonies===
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===Beliefs===
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[[/Beliefs|The Beliefs of Communionism]]
  
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(coming soon)
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===Ceremonies and Rituals===
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[[/Ceremonies|The Ceremonies of Communionism]]
  
 
===Texts===
 
===Texts===
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* [[/Five Tenets/]]
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* [[Communionism/In All of Life|Communionism, in all of Life]]
  
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[[Communionism/Five Tenets|Five Tenets]]
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===Followers===
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These are the noble adherents to the Communion:
  
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===Followers===
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* [[Olik Family/Maltheo|Maltheo]] - Cofounder
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* A.J - Cofounder
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* Hadrius - Priest
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* Dionysus of Anacan - Cleric
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* Lu'an - Cleric
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* Dngle - Cleric
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* Arhodisa - Cleric
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* Vishwakarma - Cleric
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* Nicola - Cleric
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* TwistedKitty - Cleric
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* Rathan - Follower
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* an'Olc - Follower
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</div>
  
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(coming soon)
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Here are past adherents:
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* [[Cuthalion Family/Olwe of Toren|Olwe of Toren]] - High Priest
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* Corey - Builder of the Temple
  
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[[Category:Religion]][[Category:Far East]]
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[[Category:Lost Religions]][[Category:Far East]]

Latest revision as of 21:45, 10 January 2021

Communionism

Communionism is a new religion based on an old custom - namely, that of Communion with otherworldly spirits, usu. through the directed use of ikrif. The custom originates in the southlands of the Far East, where the plant itself naturally grows. The religion itself has spread from its origins, with followers in the Antoza Commonwealth, League of Anacan, Svunnetland, Ethiala, Principality of Zonasa, Lasanar and other realms.

After the death of Maltheo, Lu'an and others left and began to persecute members of this religion, a trend which is expected to continue indefinitely.

Temples

Since Communion is not a necessarily theistic religion, its temples are not dedicated to the glory of any deities, and therefore their style is less grand. They are, in fact, places of study and guidance more than worship.

Taop

Communionism
Continent Far East
Founder Maltheo and A.J
Main Temple Taop, Antoza Commonwealth
Temples 3
Followers 103,264 commoners
Noble Followers 12 nobles
Priests 1
Shrines 9
Constructed By: AJ
Temple Size: Small Temple
Est. Believers: 9,310

This temple was the first dedicated to the order of Communionism. It is small and constructed of wood. It rests on a hill nearly on the outskirts of the city, and is rather plain compared to most older temples of the city.

Inside, the space is plain and the floorboards form an interesting, but not ornate, pattern. There are no statues, of gods or men, to be seen. Scribes, as if in an academy, carefully write on scrolls, some of which hang on the farthest wall.

Azros

Constructed By: Corey
Temple Size: Medium Temple
Est. Believers: 9,850

This temple was the second constructed in the Commonwealth and it earned Corey the title of Builder of the Temple. Typical of the Communionist style, the building is small and plain, though it is now the largest of the Communionist temples.

Anacan

Constructed By: Olwe of Toren
Temple Size: Medium Temple
Est. Believers: 22,354

The third temple was constructed when the League of Anacan was formed, as part of a reciprocal promise made to Maltheo (the other part being a large investment of gold by the latter in the City). This temple is also accompanied by 1 shrine within the city.

Beliefs

The Beliefs of Communionism

Ceremonies and Rituals

The Ceremonies of Communionism

Texts

Followers

These are the noble adherents to the Communion:

  • Maltheo - Cofounder
  • A.J - Cofounder
  • Hadrius - Priest
  • Dionysus of Anacan - Cleric
  • Lu'an - Cleric
  • Dngle - Cleric
  • Arhodisa - Cleric
  • Vishwakarma - Cleric
  • Nicola - Cleric
  • TwistedKitty - Cleric
  • Rathan - Follower
  • an'Olc - Follower

Here are past adherents:

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