Cult of the Divine Emperors

The Cult of the Divine Emperors, also known as the Cult of the Emperors, is essentially a religion or faith dedicated to the worship of the former leaders of the Theridan Empire. Centred around Thiladan, the original centre of the Empire, shrines exist to all of the Emperors, though evidently, some are more popular than others.
By far the most popular shrine is that of The First Emperor, Therid I, who created the Empire, followed by his son Therid II. Most in Paledia adhere to the Cult of the Emperors to one extent or another, with the most devote followers making pilgrimages to Thiladan regularly, and most citizens having a minor shrine at the least to the Emperors, usually focused on the First Emperor. Other popular Emperors such as Thodrian I are also revered.
The Cult has some organisational structure, but it is not particularly hierarchical. Priests can be found throughout the Empire, particularly in Thiladan and other particularly important sites to the cult, such as the cornerstone shrine in Thedrinydd, where Therid I founded his grand imperial capital. These priests generally organise prayers, offerings and worshippers, but only a small core of devoted priests vye for the role of High Priest, a life-long role. The High Priest is often selected by the Emperor and his advisors, after candidates nominate themselves after the death of a High Priest.
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