Nosferium

Nosferium is a denomination of the Kin of the Blessed Bloodlines. Its followers, which are referred to as Nosfers, are people who have had their bloodlines blessed with Nosferina's blessing of Bats. They value charisma and dexterity, talking, wine, traditions, and blood. Nosfers value their beloved holiday, the March of the Red Moon, where sacrifice to Nosferia is common and the presence of other bloodlines is rare.
== Beliefs ==
Those who are blessed by Nosferina believe strongly in the mental prowess of individuals and using brains rather than brawn, with most being disgusted by war and other acts of violence. Traditions are very important to Nosfers, as it links them to the past. History is invaluable to Nosfers, as they believe that knowing history keeps you alive for longer due to the knowledge that perpetuates in one's body. Tradition is vital to Nosfer ideals, and they often won't forgive people who try to destroy traditions. Nosfer's love to celebrate long-held tradition, no matter how big or small.
Nosfers believe that charisma is representative of a higher quality individual. Oftentimes, Nosfers that are the most eloquent become leading figures. However, this charisma ends when words fail to prevent violence. Nosfers may value talking above violence, but they do not fear turning a field into a battlefield if they need to. Still, they won't go through with this unless it is their final option.
Nosfers, unlike Lycans, value vegetables. They enjoy them as fine dining, along with meat. However, their most precious foods are raw and bloody. Nosfers are obsessed with blood, to the point of requesting to drink blood from unblessed individuals. However, it is strictly taboo to drink from another Kin. Blood is seen by Nosfers as a way to grow ever closer to their Goddess. Nosfers find themselves to be on the finer side of life, and generally avoid hard alcohol and beer. Instead, Nosfers would prefer to guzzle a glass of wine while at an event.
Nosfers find that the only important physical ability to be dexterity, as it leaves the individual able to fight without relying on savage strength. The ability to throw a dagger or pierce armor using a rapier is seen as far more valuable in comparison to slamming someone with a battleaxe or slashing someone using a greatsword. Dexterity is viewed as an ability to dodge as well as fight.
== Weddings ==
Nosfer weddings are large, public celebrations of the partnership of two people. If the two people getting married are of differing bloodlines, their wedding is a combination of those two bloodlines' wedding ceremonies. Vast amounts of wine, raw meat and night-time celebration are common on Nosfer weddings. A Nosfer preacher is required to hold a wedding with a Nosfer.
Category:Religions
Category:Traveler's Era