The Trinity of the Far East

The Trinity of the Far East

The Far East's variant of The Trinity was founded by Brother Cid and Brother NLaw in the region of Cuthnipaniel in the Republic of Soliferum. This variant of The Trinity, while similar in almost all ways and beliefs to The Trinity that originated in Alowca, differs in one major way: It does not adhere to 'Denarial's Way'. Cid, head priest of The Trinity, decided that by following so closely to the path of Denarial one was abandoning Khagister and Alluran and could possibly come close to the line of heresy. Only in embracing the whole Trinity can a believer remain protected and true to his faith.

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History of The Trinity of the Far East

       ---Records of Alowca's Trinity can be found here: Trinity

The Trinity itself originated in Alowca, in the Colonies, ages ago. The Trinity was the basis of everyday life for the early Alowcans and eventually served as the foundation for the Theocracy of Alowca. The Trinity of the Far East finds its roots there in Alowca, but was forged in a new land all together. Years ago when Alowca was threatened to be overrun by barbaric outsiders, a group of people volunteered to leave their beloved homeland for the Far East where they could found a realm to keep the Trinity alive and provide a home for those running from the darkness. They landed in a variety of lands, Soliferum and Taith Aenil being the most populated, and immediately set to work. As time passed however, their numbers dwindled and many returned to Alowca upon discovering that it had survived. Still believing to be tasked with the duty of founding a New Alowca devoted followers Cid and NLaw remained behind with a few others. However, it soon seemed that NLaw and Cid had been abandoned by Alowca and her people. Cid then began to find a new way to spread the Trinity, his view of the Trinity, to the Far East. It was then that he founded a temple in Cutnipaniel for The Trinity. ---

Gods

The ancient texts of The Trinity, of which some were taken to the Far East by Cid in the Exodus, say this:

Khagistar - The name, in ancient Alowcan, means "the creator". Khagistar created this world out of the remnants of a previous one, of which little is known. It is supposed that the previous world was destroyed because the people there somehow failed the will of the gods.

Alluran - In ancient Alowcan, this god's name means "the beginning". Alluran is the god who sits in judgment of those who pass away. This reference to a beginning, as opposed to an end, is of utmost importance to the Alowcans. A favorable judgment from Alluran results in the spirit being allowed to pass on to the next world (spiritually speaking), whereas an unfavorable one condemns the person to return to this world in the form of the Undead.

Denariel - Denariel means "the way" in the ancient Alowcan language. Denariel is a heroic figure in Alowcan society. It is believed that Denariel was the first person in the world to earn Alluran's favour and pass on to the next world after her death. As a reward, Denariel was welcomed into the ranks of the Gods so that she could watch over all those after her who moved on to the next world. ---

Beliefs

The Trinity of the Far East does not follow the philosophies of 'Denarial's Way' like the followers in Alowca. Instead, the Order seeks to do the work of all three branches of the Trinity.

• Khagister calls to The Order to create homes for the Trinity and places of worship amongst the people.
  
• Alluran calls for The Order to create the worldly laws, based on The Trinity's own laws, for the people to follow. The Priests of the Order can act as a judge in disputes that followers bring to the priest.
  
• Denarial calls for The Order to live their lives in complete devotion to The Trinity.
  

Birth Practices A child that is brought to the Order will be blessed by a priest. The priest then tasks the parents to teach the child the ways of Trinity and have the child return when they come of age. Then, if deemed ready, they are blessed a second time.

Burial Practices Followers of The Trinity upon death are to be blessed by a member of The Order (although in circumstances when a priest may not be present the family can ask a priest to give the blessing to the deceased). Then their body is to be burned as to prevent it from being corrupted by evil and risen into the ranks of the undead or monsters.

Carrying Arms Since the Trinity has been for a majority of its existance a militant faith, it is not uncommon to see a Priest of the Trinity armed with a simple dagger or short sword. Many times those inducted into the Priesthood have already lived their lives as soldiers and are not willing to part with their weapon or to stop all training in its entirety. While no longer the focus of their lives, old habits die hard.

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Followers

Ecclesiarch Cid
High Cleric NLaw
Acolyte Jebadia
Acolyte Diaramesis
Acolyte MAXIMUS
Acolyte Banec
Acolyte Black Jack
Acolyte Conan
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Ranks

Acolyte: A devout follower of the Faith. While they are not neccesarily initiated into the Priesthood of the Trinity they may invovle themselves in spreading the word. The Priesthood may sometimes rely on these people as the source of income for the Church, allowing for maintenance and travel.

Priest: As the name implies, a Priest is someone who has been inducted into the Priesthood of the Trinity. They concern themselves with spreading The Trinity, preaching to those already faithful, and maintaining parts of the church.

High Cleric: The second highest rank that can be achieved in the Priesthood. The High Cleric is busy with much of the same tasks of a Priest but is also allowed entry into royal chambers and to have meetings with High Nobility. High Clerics also frequently have duties studying other religions and the Trinity's own origins and texts.

Ecclesiarch: The highest position available. The first Ecclesiarch was the founder of the Trinity in the Far East. The Ecclesiarch has almost identical responsibilities to a High Cleric save for a few differences. The Ecclesiarch is charged with keeping records and maintaining all texts and artifacts related to the Trinity. He is required to know the full history and the many intricacies of the faith and to then pass this knowledge on to his successor.

Temple and Shrine Locations

First Temple of The Trinity: Cutnipaniel - Republic of Soliferum, constructed by Eccelsiarch Cid
Small Shrine of The Trinity: Sozon - Republic of Soliferum, constructed by High Cleric NLaw

The Sol Connection

In the Republic of Soliferum there still exists a long standing faith based on a deity they call Sol. It is considered the light that purges the darkness and guides their way. Through study and understanding the preists of The Trinity and of Sol have decided that they all work towards a mutual goal: To vanquish the darkness. With this bond between them they work together to achieve their goal and share brotherhood.

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