Uckism

**Uckism** is a Religion that spans all of Vineathorn. The Religion's primary gods are Uckaria and Senduriyes, which are the most well known and primary of all the gods.

## History

The Religion of Uckism was first found long ago in ancient times. The ancient people believed in many of the same principles as other religions but focuses on a more pacifist style. It is rooted in a Pacifist lifestyle and working to fight Jealousy and Greed. It tries to push Life and Happiness into all who will listen and welcomes anyone no matter Race, Gender, Sexual Orientation, or Status. Those who come to the church are welcomed to watch, interact, and be a part of worship with the Monks and holy members of the Religion. There are other segments of Uckism such as Demonian Uckism and Overworld Uckism but this is the main branch of Uckism understood by the people.

## Main Beliefs and Practices

In Uckism it is believed that all are good and all can be good but some walk down the path of corruption and hatred. The period of Fallath from April 9th-May 10th is a time when all Uckist worshippers gather and pledge to do something to help those who have fallen or walked down the path of corruption. It usually involves new Statues, Grave Cleanings, and Worship Areas.

## Creation

In the beginning there was nothing but the void. Nothing but endless emptiness. Nothing alive and nothing conscious. Then there was the vale. A line of light that separated the Light and Dark. In the dark sprouted evil, disgusting, atrocities and in the light came 2 eggs. These eggs hatched into lizard-like creatures. Uckaria God of the Moon and Senduries God of the Sun. Together they expanded the light into a massive area. They created Animals, Plants, and everything necessary to house the gods. Centuries passed and other gods emerged from the light.The Vale stood as a protectorate from the darkness below. A newly hatched god, crossed through the vale and attempted to destroy the home of Uckaria and Senduriyes. His power was unmatched so the sibling gods created the first men and women. They entrusted these people with a divine power and the first humans defeated the rogue god who was cast down to an alternate dimension created by the 2 high gods known as the nether. It was here that Uckism first rained amongst the inhabitants known as the Demons. These Demons were created to protect the gates that kept the rogue god trapped. Realizing the power of the Gods Senduriyes and Uckaria returned to the border of the vale where gods were born to watchover the Vale. From this emerged 9 more gods who were born from Senduriyes and Lynndaliss. Palaria God of Water, Dialiya God of Flame, Lunalis God of Sound, Gyatar God of Stone, Iyuki God of Love, Oparo God of Animals, Raidaya God of Wind, Tora God of Mist, and Wabara God of Flowers. Together with their Mother and Father they protect the Vale and our world and see to it that their saviors, The humans are protected.

## Honored Path

1. The Creation of the world is amazing and the natural beauty should be maintained

2. Those beneath you are to be treated with respect

3. Mindless hatred destroys the soul

4. Love is precious, hold it close

5. Never betray friends, they are what holds the mind together

6. Greed can be a greater enemy than any living one

7. People are but seeds to grow and learn

8. The darkest times will come the proudest ends

## Hierarchy

Dualadai, Those who are equal to the gods above and are incredibly strong in some way or form.

Ishakai, Saints that are honored and highly esteemed in their fields.

Harikai, A role passed down through generations of family and love. They control the entire Church and are to help those under them succeed in worship.

Kiyai, The assistant to the Harikai helps to guide the people through hard times and often communes with the spirits of the fallen.

Tiyakai, A prestigious role for only the high-ranking members of the church. Some are gifted with the ability to commune with the gods.

Yarekai, Those whose jobs are to assist the higher ranks in Worship and Rituals. They are given respect but are just above the main body

Eekayai, The main body of the church. They gain no privileges but are welcomed openly with any background.

## Monk Hierarchy

Okayai, The highest and most prestigious of Monks. They have been a monk for a long time and have dedicated themselves to the church fully.

Poiayai, The middle tier monks. Most have been a monk for a decent amount of time and give council to the higher priests in the Religion.

Jukayai, The main body of the monks. They tend to the holy sites, gardens, statues, and holy cities. They also help assemble items and areas for worship and ritual.