Avis-Daita

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Avis-Daita, "Divine Children of Itara", is a monotheistic faith based within the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla, as its national religion. Avis-Daita's belief system views the natural world as fragments of their divine goddess, Itara, and all faiths of Avalor as plausible as fragments of The Forgotten.

## Figures

### Itara

Itara resides as the sole and absolute divine figure of Avis-Daita. Itara is believed to have created all life on Avalor, and each being possesses a fragment of her divinity, garnering respect for all life on Avalor.

### The Forgotten

The Forgotten were once a pantheon of godly entities, beings believed to have guided different aspects upon the creation of Avalor. These beings are believed to have all passed during the War of Memories, with Itara residing as the sole survivor of the forgotten order.

### The Unspoken

The Unspoken is believed have been the individual who led the massacre of the Forgotten, causing their fall from divinity. This individual was responsible for the wounding of Itara, which is believed to have orchestrated a large role in the slumber of Itara.

## Religous Beliefs

1. Itara as the Sole Divine Entity: The core and central belief of Avis-Daita resides around the veneration and worship of Itara, the Last Goddess, the sole survivor of The Forgotten. Itara is believed to be the entity that created all life and magic in Avalor, and fragments of her power exists within all beings present throughout Avalor.

2. The Roots of Kiada Erso: In the core of the Kievta Jungle exists Kiada Erso, "The World Tree", believed to be the first life created by Itara, and her physical representation on Avalor. The Kievta Jungle is believed to have been born from the roots of Kiada Erso, granting the jungle the status of a scared land.

3. Suli as Ancestors Reborn: Throughout the Kievta Jungle exists incorporeal animal spirits, representing the different elements of nature, and acting as bringers of balance to nature. Avisians believe these spirits, known as the Suli, are their ancestors reborn. Through proper veneration and respect of nature, Itara shall gift her children with new life, allowing ancestors to protect their descendants & Kiada Erso.

4. Branches of The Forgotten: According to Avisian history, there once existed a pantheon of godly entities, now known as The Forgotten. Following the War of Memories, it's believed each of these godly entities have passed, except Itara. The complete passing of these entities has been long forgotten, as has their identities, therefore Avisians observe all other religions and spiritual practices of Avalor as plausible, but improbable.

5. Harmony with Nature: Avisians believe all beings of nature, from plants to humans, are born from a fragment of Itara's power. Through maintaining a harmonious relationship with nature, Avisians shall find peace and prosperity within the embrace of their power. This belief has fostered the veneration of jungles, trees, mountains, rivers, and more.

6. Awakening of Itara: Following the Old War, Itara was forced to bare the responsibilities of the fallen Forgotten, and was gravely wounded by the Unspoken. Following these events, Itara fell into a deep slumber, tasking her children with the preservation of Kiada Erso. One day Itara shall awaken, and the world of Avalor shall once again feel her embrace, and during this time Avisians shall guard her fragments to preserve her existence

7. Crimes of The Unspoken: The Unspoken was the individual responsible for the massacre of The Forgotten during the War of Memories, and their identity has been lost to time. The Unspoken has crafted the monsters of Avalor through their unnatural magic, and seeks to bring an end to Itara, the Last Goddess. Avisians see themselves as guards against the Unspoken and his forces, preservers of Itara & her divinity.

8. The Whispering Embrace: Avisians see their existence as comparable to the great trees of Avalor, each being shall reach their final season. Upon their passing, their memories will enrich the living, their body shall nourish the roots of Kiada Erso, their soul shall return to Itara's embrace, and their spirit shall be reborn as the Suli.

## Religious Practices

1. Guardianship of the Land: Avisians observe themselves as guardians of the natural world, and preservers of Itara's divinity existing in the beings of Avalor. Taking great precaution to protect the plants, animals, Suli, and beings of Avalor, vital threads to the divine life of Itara. Avisians only take what they need for survival from the land.

2. The Stewardship of Memories: Avisians practice the profound record keeping of the past through oral traditions, scriptures, and songs. Through remebering their ancestors and the past, power is given to their memories, and they shall not become similar to The Forgotten.

3. Pilgrimage to Kiada Erso: Avisians believe every faithful follower of the faith must hold a pilgrimage to Kiada Erso, the physical representation of Itara, and record their name within the Tome of Rememberance.

4. Ritual of Bonding: Over the centuries, inhabitants of the Kievta Jungle have learned the practice of creating Spirit Bonds with a singular Suli, granting the individual magical abilities. Avisians hold profound and divine ceremonies, guiding the delicate formation of this life-long bond.

5. Burial of the Dead: Through the burial of the deceased, the deceased individual shall go through the Whispering Embrace, and shall find eternal peace in the embrace of Itara.

6. World Communion: Followers of Avis-Daita construct holy sites throughout the natural land of the world, usually closest to the largest natural structure of their region. The largest natural wonders of a region are often associated with stronger divinity, and more profound worship.

## Symbol

The Faith of Avis-Daita is most often associated with a two circle outlines. There exists one circle, with another circle in the center, and a singular line connecting the two circles. This symbol is often found as the outline for many holy sites, Rituals of Bonding, and present on holy robes or relics. The outer circle represents the followers of Avis-Daita, with the interior circle representing the plants and animals of Avalor, and the line representing Itara. Signifying the Avisian practice and belief of acting as guardians for the natural world, and the core belief that Itara acts as the thread between these two forces, tying them together in a knot of peace and prosperity.