Ikahnzãni

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## Basic Information

### Present in

Enkii (Vaurutir)

Originating in the tribal Old Gods faith of Kzokuiqzahn in their homeland of Tsosakh, **Ikahnzãni** is a modernized revision of the faith. Doing away with the oral traditions and thousands of regional, tribal and often times conflicting deities in favor of a pantheon of eight written about in a relatively new holy book dating back only a few decades.

It refines it's nomadic nature into something akin to other polytheistic religions - having adopted the gods of a few native monotheistic Enkii religions as a part of their own and following a set philosophy instead of whichever god or goddess would give you the best chance of living that day.

## Deities

The seven "Central Deities" are the core pillar of the religion, with the final deity an antagonistic force to keep at bay.

### Rumönyã

Also known as the "Sun Father", Rumönyã is the god that watches over the land during the day, from his throne on the sun. He is believed to be the father of all life on Kylorne alongside his consort. He is depicted as a man of vigilance, courage and protection. Keeping away the darkest of the worlds monsters during his watch.

### Awamnihvia

When the sun sets and the Father sleeps, the "Moon Mother" Awamnihvia watches over their creation in the dimly lit nights from within her moon hotsprings. She is the mother of all life on Kylorne and typically depicted as a motherly figure, kind and caring but quick to scold and punish. She goes by the name of Ain in the Azerdan religion from whence she was appropriated from.

### Unüyy

Always depicted on his brave steed Viyium, the "Horseman" Unüyy is the epitome of strength and honor. Bravery and fearlessness. He teaches us to be strong, especially to protect those we love, even with bloodshed when necessary. His khopesh strikes down foes from his mount and he is considered both the lord of war and family.

### Mãjjuna

Kind, sweet and loving. The "Red Lady" 0provides our crops and our newborns. She is the harbinger of emotions that stir within us being responsible both for the rains and harvest as well as motherhood.

### Fahnaaq

Once unknown is now seen; Art, culture, architecture, cuisine. The "Maiden of Many Colors" known to the native Siva as "Ocellus" bestows upon us the gift of creativity. She takes delight in the endless imagination of mortals, often spurring on their emotions - both positive and negative - to encourage more beautiful works of art.

### Rakruja

The "Lord of Whispers" resides in the mind of all who are eager to learn. Many fear his endless knowledge, his books made of unholy material. It is a burden to bear to know all things and keep secret most to those that are not yet ready to learn them. Magic and science both are his domain, those that subvert his authority are subject to horrific repercussions.

### Iatufi

The sister of Rumönyã, the "Shrouded Sister" is queen of the afterlife. All will meet her, none can escape her embrace. But her task is not one to fear, her company bears the lost we can see again when our own time comes. She is depicted as a sweet woman, often times as a lover, who desires to know us all more intimately.

### Jãkhrum

More of a demonic presence than a benevolent god, Jãkhrum is known as the "Slumbering Titan" and it is for this title the name of Ikahnzãni derives its own name. He is depicted as a massive wyrm buried within the bowels of Kylorne in a deep sleep. To keep him in such a state, the practitioners of Ikahnzãni sacrifice sheep in a celebratory "Day of Feasting" that acts as both an offering and gratitude to having another year.

However, one day the offerings will not be enough to keep him satiated. When Jãkhrum is awakened from his slumber he will devour both the Sun Father and Moon Mother, cloaking the world in an endless dusk and feasting on all life as he desires.