The Cult of the Shaded Moon

The Symbol of The Shaded Moon

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The Shaded Moon is a sanguine ancient order based in the secluded Isle of Wight, a mysterious and far-away land off the coast of England's southern shores.

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## **Overview and Beliefs**

The cultists believe in ancient legends of God-like beings that once controlled the isle and its inhabitants, and are dedicated to awakening them once more and spreading their powers and message across the world. Led by a mysterious leader known simply as the Oracle, the cultists spend their days worshipping the Oracle, spreading his message and living isolated as they wait for his prophecy to commence. They work tirelessly, hoping to bring glory to their deity and lead the island to a new golden age.

A closely guarded secret among the cultists is their practice of the mysterious rituals of the Shaded Moon. In these dark rites, the cultists offer sacrifices to their deities and swear a mystical oath of allegiance to them. Through this arcane pact, the cultists believe they can gain power over the legendary creatures and bring them back to life.

The cultists also share a strong belief in the power of the stars. They look to the night sky for guidance and believe that the stars will show them a path to power and enlightenment.

Despite The Shaded Moon's mysterious nature, they have found a following of people spread across the mythical civilizations who have come to know, appreciate, and revere their beliefs and practices. Many of these individuals view the Cult's beliefs as a source of strength, hope, and even spiritual fulfilment.

## **The Ritual of the Shaded Moon**

Their most sacred ritual, The Ritual of the Shaded Moon, is an ancient Celtic ritual that is used to welcome the waxing moon. It is usually performed on the night of a new moon when the moon is barely visible in the night sky. The ritual involves gathering around a sacred space with a number of candles. People meditate, perform invocations of the gods, and raise energy for the ritual. As the ritual proceeds, the moon gradually emerges from the darkness as the candles are lit. People then make offerings to the gods, asking for guidance and protection. As the ritual concludes, a blessing is bestowed upon everyone present. The ritual is said to bring luck and prosperity to all who participate.

## **The Rite of Moonlit Shadows**

The ritual of becoming a vampire within The Shaded Moon is a long and complicated process involving many steps. Individuals seeking to join the cult typically begin by pledging their allegiance to the cult and its leader, the Oracle. After this, they must go through a series of rites and rituals, such as purification rituals involving oils and herbs to cleanse their soul of all impurities. These are known as “passages” and must be performed in a specific order.

Once these passages have been completed, the would-be vampire then must ingest a special elixir of herbs, spices and blood which is said to grant special powers. This elixir must be consumed in an ancient and secret ceremony.

Finally, the initiate is set before the altar of the cult, where a full moon is represented and where a single drop of blood is spilled from the initiate’s finger. This is the final step in the conversion from human to vampire, before they are sired and can begin the turning process from human to sanguine vampire. After this, the initiate is declared a member of the The Shaded Moon.

## **The Oracle’s Prophecy**

*`"The plague shall come like a black magpie, bringing death and destruction in its wake. It will be merciless and relentless in its mission to annihilate man and the cities of the great mythical empire. The monarch's once mighty stronghold will crumble, never to be seen again.`*

*`The failure of the empire will bring about chaos and confusion, allowing monsters and forces of evil to take advantage of the broken state of the world. Regions are left unprotected and vulnerable, and preyed upon by the cunning and terrible creatures from primordial days. Mystical rites and rituals become commonplace as people turn to the darkness and despair in a desperate bid to preserve whatever is left.`*

*`Amid the darkness, a chosen one will emerge from The Shaded Moon, drawing upon its followers to restore order and fill the void left by the fallen monarch. With a newly forged power and divine protection, the worshippers of the Isle of Wights deity will begin to rebuild society and re-establish the stability of their once-forgotten culture. The faith of the people in this chosen one will be the beacon that guides them out of the darkness and back toward the light of the Oracle."`*

## **The History of the Cult of the Shaded Moon**

The Cult of the Shaded Moon is an ancient cult steeped in blood, sacrifice and legend. It is said to have originated from the Isle of Wight, an island off the coast of England. It was founded by an enigmatic leader known as the Oracle who led a group of powerful vampires and claimed a bloodline from ancient god-like creatures.

The cult's rituals and beliefs were closely guarded secrets, but it is known that the cult's followers believed strongly in the powers of a deity of the moon and its connection to the underworld. They guarded their secrets closely, protecting each other and punishing any who trespassed on their secrets. Out of fear, in the 19th century The Shaded Moon began to go into hiding, as persecutions of occultists became more frequent.

Many members began to incorporate their beliefs into different mythical cultures and civilisations, such as the Native American nations. The cult was widely believed to have been absorbed by other cultures, though there were always rumours of secret worshipers hidden away in small groves and gatherings. In the present day, the Cult of the Shaded Moon remains largely the same. Despite their apparent concealment, the cult's following and teachings continue to have a powerful influence on those who practice the dark arts, particularly in America and Europe.

Sources disagree on the fate of the cult and the Oracle due to their lack of appearance over the passing centuries. Some believe the Oracle was killed in a ritual to appease the gods, while others say he disappeared with his followers into the shadows, never to be seen again.