Semolinite

Semolinite is a newer religion within the greater expanse of the empire with few followers. It is a closely related branch of the original Pathonic faith. It's name comes from Semolina, a wheat flour product with a slight yellow hue.

## Beliefs

### God(s)

Lords of Land, Life, Space, Fire, & Demise/Judgement

## History

The founding of the Semolinite faith unclear in origin. Most likely arose during the Arydathy holy war (480 4E) among a group of misplaced Ta'tains in what is now the territory of Scholar's Rock.

According to legend, their people were blessed by the Lord of Land when they were stranded in unholy territory. Unto them, she gave the first of the holy relics: a piece of never-rotting wheat. It's golden fibers reflected the sun and attracted a nearby ram (believed to be the Lord of Life in disguise) who pointed to the north. Their people set out and, in the middle of their voyage, were given the second of their holy relics: a copper orange carrot who's flesh never spoiled. Finally reaching the shore of a towering mountain cove, the Lords appeared before the travelers to present the final relic: a golden flower rich as the sun that never so much as wilted in the desperate cold.

These relics are still preserved to this day and remain in Scholar's Rock. Although not a theocratic state or intolerant by any means, Semolinite faith finds its primary home here.

## Divergence from Pathonic

Although the beliefs of Semolinites and Pathonics are not too far from eachother, they do diverge in many key areas.

In Semolinite faith, the Lords of Life and Land are regarded in a higher stance than all others. The Lord of All, head of the major Pathonic Pantheon, has fallen into somewhat obscurity. He has often been called "The Lord of Judgement" or "Lord of Demise" in his modern interpretations, as he is seen as a God of the Dead rather than all rulers, protection, and judgement. The Lords of Fire and Space remain mostly unchanged, however, their domain over dimensional portals is now seen as the domain of the Lord of All. The origins of these changes are nebulous at best.

## Beliefs

Semolinite has 5 major beliefs;

1. The will of the gods has allowed others to stand with them, in spite of their non-belief. While you should spread the good word, violence is never to come from your blade unless you do not initiate.
2. Documentation of the holy word must be carried out. Be it the tellings of gods or simple sermons, the record of these events are irreplaceable.
3. One's belongings and those of the community are part of their well being, to take another's possessions is to wish them ill. Attempt to preserve the well being of others whenever possible.
4. A house of worship must be created, but can appear in any matter of ways, so long as the establisher considers it sufficiently holy.
5. Do not travel among dimensions unless absolutely necessary, should you fall into the hands of the Lord of Demise, you may never see home again.

## Practices

Semolinites do not practice much daily prayer, only speaking of their faith before meals, when wishing for luck, or in conversations that are relevant. A typical prayer goes as follows: "Lord of [x], Ruler of [x], I/we ask of you to bless us in these times. Give us your guidance as you have to our people before us."

Food, drink, and meals in general are considered time of worship in Semolinite faith.

##### Meals and Food

The grain products and fresh produce of a meal are considered the most sacread and are often eaten on their own or in simple fashions (raw sweet berries, wheat bread with a little butter, etc.). Fungi and soups are considered special, but not nearly as holy, served frequently in times of ill-harvest, disease, and cold weather as a way to bolster the soul. Fish and kelp are the most common of food types and are what make up the primary diet of Semolinites, served salted, smoked, and grilled in vast quantities.

##### Drink and Brewery

Practicers of Semolinite are not frequent brewers, due to their low supplies for such endeavors, but what they will make often are of quite decent quality. Fine Beer is a rare and privileged drink, where as Red Wine is of a lesser ilk. Water is the most common beverage among the followers and from it, salt is also produced.

## Holy Text

A holy text for Semolinite is currently in production within the heart of Scholar's Rock by one Professor M.B.. Little is currently known of this text, but the reclusive author had claimed to be making steady progress toward it's development.