Svetikňaz

The Svetikňaz is the most influential and important priest in the lands of Berok. Having over come all judgement, they have climbed the ranks of the Berok Orthodox Church. The Svetikňaz is the true embodiment of the power of the gods on this earthy plane. The Svetikňaz is elected from within the Council of Septarchs, a group of seven powerful priests, and are seen as first among equals.
== Description ==
The Svetikňaz is easily recognizable by their white gown with golden accents and a white kalimavkion. The centre of their gown has a golden line going down heading towards the silhouette of two bears, representing the story of Sveta od Soyka, the legendary ruler of Berok. Apart from that the Svetikňaz carries around small gong made out of brass, the gong is decoratively divided into six plans each representing the Six Heavens of Air, Earth, Fire, Metal, Water and Wood. Around the neck the highest priest wears a small pendant, made out of sterling silver, in the shape of a bear's head. The mouth the bear is gaping wide open. Each of the eye's of the bear is encrusted with a different, metal the right on made out of emerald and the left one out of ruby. 
== Selection ==
The Svetikňaz is elected from a small group of seven bishops sometimes referred to as the Septarchs. Appointed for life the Septarchs choose from among themselves, to appoint a next Svetikňaz. To become a Septarch one has to be no younger than 40 years. And have studied every of the Six Heavens and its finer details. Once the Svetikňaz dies they first have to be buried at high noon, so that their soul can ascend unto the Soul Sun. After the burial the Septarchs gather together in the grandest temple of Berok. Here they hold great theological discussions lasting for months at a time. Their is one important rule, a Septarch is disallowed from discussing why they should become the next Svetikňaz.
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