Orueh Pantheon

== Orueh Pantheon ==
The Orueh people, from ancient times, have firmly believed in the existence of Kai (Divine Spirits) while rejecting monothestic beliefs."And do not be of those who believe that the divine is in one being; For indeed it is a lazy and cynical explanation for this complex world." 
- Raakem (First priest councilor in the Orueh Pact) After the unification of the Orueh kingdoms by Sotren the Uniter the Sotreneu Pantheon was established with only the worship of certain Karakai (Kings of Spirits) being allowed, those being Mahran, Inaki, Kervek, Isharimal and Taru. Even after the establishment of the Sotreneu Pantheon the northern provinces would continue to worship many more Kai deeming Sotren a misled person yet a charismatic ruler.
=== Creation ===
Written sources divide the creation into 2 parts, the first being hard to explain without studying the original source. Firstly a force known as Narh "decided to exist" and create out of chance since not doing so to him would be the same."Before creation there was Narh. And he existed because to him existing was the same as not doing so. And then Narh formed the Kai, because to him birthing was the same as not doing so. And the Kai, knowers of much but few compared to Narh, bowed to him because to them he was father and mother, creator and destroyer. "
-Unnamed Scroll 1
After that, Narh created a robe notably out of love for his creation instead of chance and decided to not exist."Narh presented them with the most beautiful robe. That was creation. And he did that NOT because it was the same as not doing so but to please his children. For in making them he became a bit like them.
And that robe, even though the most beautiful creation of Narh, had holes in it. And then they all bowed to him. And he chose not to exist because to him it was the same as doing so. Then the Kai wept."
-Unnamed Scroll 1In the second part of creation, theKai would go on to form their own beings and shape the lands to make them habitable for the beings they created, trying to copy what Narh did, not knowing it was chance that was the guiding force behind his actions.
=== Understanding of the Kai ===
The Kai, according to Orueh beliefs, are beings far superior to man, yet flawed. They are seen as imperfect yet far closer to perfection than humans. Thus they are worshipped and celebrated across the lands of the Orueh. The Kai are also bound to their people, thus the gods of the Orueh follow them around wherever they might migrate or what lands they conquer and so do the gods of other nations with them. When a nation accepts the Kai of the Orueh as their own it is a great celebration as it seen as the gods themselves forging an alliance. Notably the number of Kai in creation is far greater than the number of humans, yet many of them choose to remain uknown.
==== Kai Titles ====
Each Kai is given cetrain titles which hint towards some of their attributes. Invoking the name of a Kai along with its title is the easiest way to get their attention since the Kai dont understand human language but emotions and meanings. Thus invoking Isharimal the All-Seeing in your prayers would be the best way to get her attention and help if someone had done something in your land plot and the only witness was the shrine of Isharimal. 
=== List of Major Kai ===
* Mahran: Creator of Oru, the first of the Orueh people, his worship is common amongst all Orueh people. His real name was lost to time along with some of his atributes as a divine being, yet he is seen as the main force behind the daily lives of the Orueh. He is ascotiated with the great river that flows through their lands and its waters are believed to be purifying. Titles: Protector (Since the river protects the Orueh from invasions), Life Giver (protector infants, and crops"You who put the mind in him,'like seeds inside the earth and land.'And from it sprouted tongue and faith,'to him all beasts will now prostrate."-Odes to Mahran ) Dominator, Royal, Father of Man.
* Isharimal: Isharimal is the godess protector of borders. She defines which lands are ruled by which nation and she also defines which god rules over which territory. Her statues are built on borders between nations, cities and small altars are made between land plots by rich families. She is said to protect the borders and the lands inside them. Titles: All-seeing (Because the statues or altars are built on every almost landplot), Mother of Soldiers(Because she is said to protect them during war) , Surrounder (Her statues surround the nation).
* Kervek: Kervek is the god of inspiration. He turns words into beautifully woven poems. He turns civil war into conversation. Politicians, poets, philosophers and priest all praise Kervek and swear oaths in his name. A shrine of Kervek should be present inside or outside all government buildings. Kervek is also the protector of law and order and he has given commands for all people to follow. Titles: The Singer, The Rivervoiced (the sound of rivers was considered beautiful and even therapeutic) The Peacemaker, The Sealer.
* Narul: Sometimes seen as a helper of Kervek, or as the same entity by some regions, Narul is the god of inheritence, of wealth and duties. When someone dies, Narul is the enforcer of his will and anyone who doesnt do as the will of the deceased states will be punished. A father has the right to make his children of helpers heirs to his craft or position. Narul ensures that there will always be a blacksmith, a priest, a king and a farmer. If someone accepts his duty even though he wills otherwise he is blessed in life and in death by Narul. Narul is also a deity of law like Kervek Titles: Enforcer, Signer"signed by Narul and sealed by Kervek" 
Orueh proverb about something that is bound to happen or has happened and cannot be undone.,
Category:Traveler's Era