Independent Milawic Order

The Independent Milawic Order, also known as the Religious Order of Jiahen Qeelsia, Eternal Avya, or simply the Eternalists is a denomination of Milawism that originated some time in the 12th century. The movement split from mainline Avyanic Milawism, on the presumption that the current Avyanic line hold no religious authority, and that Jiahen Qeelsia died before the Avyanic line was conceived. As a result, the Eternalists reject the prophetic writings of Ulavin Qeelsia, the Avya Charter, and in some cases the Qeelsian state itself.
Eternalist theology emphasizes an eternal leadership position of Jiahen Qeelsia, referred to as the Eternal Avya, and considers it blasphemous to bestow the title on anyone else. Eternalists also consider their order a direct successor to the Army of Jiahen, and therefore maintain some military functions in their leadership structure, practice and overall theology. The head of the order has the title of hoabi, an ancient military title akin to a warlord, which was also given to Jukanaloq during the Battle of Qeelsia.
Eternalists faced religious persecution from Avyanics since their inception, and have historically been seen as non-Milawics (laishan) in legal affairs. Because of this persecution, Eternalists were included in the original Minority Rights constitution as a "vulnerable ethnic identity," despite most Eternalists being ethnically Qeelsian. Following the Livian War, Eternalism saw a growth in membership, as some Avyanic Milawics were disillusioned with the Qeelsian government's involvement in the conflict, and the events leading up to it.
== Formation ==
Anti-Avyanic sentiments in the Milawic world started to grow during the 1130 colonial efforts of avya Lanvaji Qeelsia, which were seen by many Qeelsians as an inhumane project.
== Holy days ==
Like Avyanic Milawics, Eternalists celebrate Baoqashir, although the actual practice varies greatly. Eternalist celebration also varies, but pilgrimage to the Holy Cave, which has been observed by Qeelsians since Pre-Anjitolian times, is a popular ritual. Eternalists were historically barred from, and attacked during pilgrimages, which resulted in Laraya Qeelsia II issueing a decree in 1740 allowing Eternalists to worship at the Holy Cave.