Feracian

A member of the Eleven Divine, Feracian is one of the eight deities of mortals. His domains generally focus around the base needs and desires of mortals at their most primal.
== Domains ==
=== Beauty ===
Fleeting, but found in all things, beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder. Even in the most unconventional of places, Feracian works to bless any and all things with his stroke. Where one may see oil spilled in a destitute alleyway polluting the earth beneath it, another may see an iridescent display of colors shimmering in the morning sun and giving an allure that catches the eye as it ripples in the otherwise dreary location. It is these moments that Feracian is given credit for creating, working to enhance the mortal experience through visual stimuli. Some say that without him the world would not know happiness at all, for it is in these small moments in the day to day lives of mortals that create such feelings of euphoria and joy at being alive. Those with a personal beauty are said to be blessed by Feracian directly, adding a level of vanity to his worship and portfolio. As beauty is inherently subjective in nature, there have been many that use his name in any number of ways, justifying their thoughts and actions and claiming his approval in doing so. 
=== Drink ===
Mortals, since the beginning of the Recorded Age and back, have always sought out alcohol and other mind altering substances. Euphoria, relaxation, and lowered inhibitions are all a result of this beverage, and it is Feracian that is given credit for its creation and effect on mortals. In his aims to give mortals the most out of their short lives, it is said that Feracian created these substances to boost their joy and open their minds to what may have been otherwise blocked. A night of drinking can be written off as an exercise in worship, and there are certain drinks and hallucinogens that are used with the specific purpose of spiritual awakening and praise. Alcohol also works as a known disinfectant, a fact that has added to Feracian's mythos over time. There are those in the practice that go as far as to claim that vomiting induced by copious amounts of drink is Feracian's blessing, cleansing the body of disease and unhappiness.
=== Pleasure ===
=== Night ===
== Rituals and Practices ==
Worship of Feracian is held in ways big and small. It is said that whenever someone feels joy or takes the time to appreciate a moment in life they are engaging in worship to Feracian. Though the best funded and most public temple is located on the Divine's Path, many would attest that the truest and most pure place of worship is held at the tavern/temple Nectar's Embrace located in The Spot. Compared to other gods, practitioners of the Feracian faith place much more value on practical, hands-on worship more than academic or theory based faith. Those in the clergy or otherwise dedicated to the religious order in a more fulltime capacity undergo various rituals and practices that vary from temple to temple. One nearly universal practice is to have services during the night, where candlelight vigils take place and the messages and holy scripture of Feracian are recited. After, or sometimes during, these vigils, temples will hold feasts and consume alcohol, engaging in general revelry and merrymaking. During all hours, many also partake in an activity known as 'Gazing,' where groups will gather to walk the city together. While doing so, members point out the beauties of the world around them, offering insights that others may not have and thus widening their perceptions and values. Some sects engage in a weekly ritual bathing meant to cleanse the skin and heighten one's personal beauty with Feracian's blessing. Those that can afford to do so use wine for this ritual, while those that can't use whatever may be available to them, or otherwise gather in dedicated group sessions. Practices that promote relaxation and introspection, such as aroma therapy, massages, and meditation, are also quite common. With worship of this god, night life activities are also very common, and many have been led to ruin in the name of Feracian. Narcotics, pleasures of the flesh, gambling, and adrenaline chasing are all common downfalls of Feracian worshipers, and it is not a wholly uncommon sight to find a member of his clergy succumb to a self destructive lifestyle. As with all gods, there are an abundance of ways to practice the faith and interpret their wills, including those that many would consider dark or immoral. Feracian, over any other deity, has led to laws being passed to curb religious enthusiasm and place limits on what is an acceptable form of devotion. This has, however, not been wholly effective. 
== Worshipers ==
== Factions ==
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