Amatsu

Amatsu (Gunjounese: 天津, Amatsu), is a religion that originated in Gunjou. Commonly referred to as Amatsuism, Amatsu is a polytheistic religion founded in the heart of Gunjou. Originally a loosely organized set of folk beliefs and folklore, Amatsuism formalized itself as a religion after the spread of a formal writing system and unification of various folk beliefs, leading to a codification of beliefs and gods. It is the state religion of Gunjou.
== Introduction to Amatsuism ==
Amatsuism, being polytheistic, believes in the existence of multiple gods, known as Amatsugami (天津神).  In Amatsuism, anything could be considered a god and may be seen in all things. Whether that be the sun, the mountains, the sea, the grass, or the sky, they may be worshipped and revered as Amatsugami. However, since the formal codification and structuring of the religion, minor gods must be approved by the religion’s hierarchy to be considered proper gods.
=== Origins of the Amatsugami ===
Amatsugami originate from local folklore, oral and written tradition, and practices. Upon the structuring of the religion, pre-existing gods continued to be worshipped as have been. However, the Amatsugami that came after required permission from Amatsuism’s hierarchy to be recognized by the rest of the faith.
== Amatsu Folklore ==
Much of Amatsu folklore is documented in the Tenkaishi (天海誌; lit. Heavenly Sea Records), ancient Amatsuist sacred texts cataloging the various myths and folktales accumulated over the centuries. 
== Amatsugami ==
Regarding the gods (Amatsugami) of Amatsuism, there are major gods that are central to Amatsuism and shared among all its believers despite local differences and the belief in minor gods. The domains of minor gods may overlap with other gods, such as major ones. The gods often have multiple forms, with one that is usually humanoid and another that is not.
=== Major Gods ===
Primary domains of each god are in bold.
Name of Deity 	Deity’s Domain 	Common Offerings
Amanami 天波 	Sea, Fish, Sailing, Creation 	Fish, Boats, Spawn Eggs
Yō/You 陽 	Sun, Fire, Light 	Torch, Lantern, Campfire
Kurokami 黒神 	Moon, Travel, Unknown 	Cheese, Maps, Compasses
Takemichi 武道 	Time, Age, Growth, Destiny 	Clocks, Dead Bushes
Hatagami 将神 	War, Companionship, Chivalry, Alcohol 	Weapons, Sake, Heads
Kanata 金立 	Wealth/Affluence/Fortune, Fine Arts, Luck 	Gold, Paintings
Yamashiro 山城 	Mountains, Earth, Death, Knowledge 	Iron, Literature, Bones
Tsubomi 蕾 	Life,  Fertility, Trees, Land, Spirits, Farming,	Saplings, Bread, Logs, Seeds, Crops
Mio 美 	Youth, Beauty, Love, Flowers 	Apples, Flowers
=== Minor Gods ===
Primary domains of each god are in bold.
Name of Deity	Deity’s Domain 	Common Offerings
Chiruno 趲乗 	Ice, Snow, Pride, Childishness 	Snow, Ice
Kaji 鍛冶 	Forge/Smithing, Smeltery, Weapons, Tools, Armor 	Armor, Ingots, Weapons, Ore, Coal, Tools
Matsuri 祭り 	Festivities, Celebrations, Music, Drinking/Alcohol, Food	Noteblocks, Fireworks
Ishigami 石神 	Stones, rocks, mining 	Stones, pickaxes
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