Radiance

### Diet

similar to ancients, they feed off off pure energy, which is why they are always near suns, as they absorb light as a type of sustenance

## Characterization of Radiance

Radiance are Celestial and Primordial beings who live within Haven and serve the Absolute Radiance known as YHWH. They typically look humanoid or at least bipedal, with a bright and often golden or white colour scheme. They are also able to alter their form into a bipedal one, such as a Human, to blend in, similar to Mono-Hybrids.

Radiance also posess the ability to manipulate Qi and Chi alike, as Qi naturally flows trough their body like blood, most Radiance are even able of using both, but typically reserve themselves to one.

Every Radiance posesses nigh-Immortality, their Soul always binds itself to something they value the most, such as a trinket, person or even a Memory, the only way for them to truly die is to destroy or erase said bound trinket, person or Memory. They also posess special armory, such as weapons, shields, armors or other items that stem from their very soul, which is also why its called their Soul Weapon, one example of such a weapon is the flaming sword of Azrael, which is Azraels Soul Weapon.

Radiance are also the only Species in Existence that are not restricted to specific rankings within the chart, but can be ranked freely (as example P39) without restricting themselves to a specific rank (such as L or XL).

## Miracles

Some Radiance, called 'direct descendants' are able to perform Miracles, by doing so, they focus their very own divine Chi as well as Divine Qi going trough their veins in their palm, which would cause a colorfull glow. Performing such a Miracle would allow the user to manipulate boundaries for a split second for that one instance, allowing them to do anything they desire within plausibility and rule, as such Miracles may fail if YHWH does not want it to succeed, which only happens if the Miracle is selfish of origin. Every Divine Archangel is able to perform Miracles, but amongst those who are not a Divine Archangel, this ability is very rare, and for most can only be used for very minor Miracles. Radiance siphon their own lifeforce and blood (chi and qi) in order to do these, so they are incredibly exhausting.

## Types of Radiance

### Heavenly Order

The Heavenly Order are Radiance that live within the lowest layer of Haven, Heaven, and are those who typically keep an eye on Mortals and interact with them, those include:

#### Angels

Angels are the normal celestial Radiance with no special rank nor Authority.

#### Archangels

Archangel is a title given to those Radiance who are acknowledged as Rulers over Haven and its inhabitants, those can even include Seraphs such as Michael or Metatron

#### Principalities

Principalities refer to Radiances who rule over specific domains of Heaven or the Mortal realm. They come together to help people turn to spiritual practices such as prayer and meditation that connect them to YHWH.

### Supreme Order

The Supreme Order are those who inhabit the middle Layer of Haven, called Paradise, these rarely interact with Mortal or even other nigh-Immortal beings aside from their own, and are typically not naturally occuring Radiances.

#### Powers

Powers are Radiance who posess strength above a normal Radiance trough unnatural means, such as becoming a construct, or recieving divine favor

#### Virtues

Virtues are Radiance whose Power increases due to their divine devotion to a or multiple Virtue, allowing them to draw strength from their Virtue

#### Dominions

Dominions are Radiance who were given divine Authority over an aspect of the mortal realm.

### Divine Order

The Divine Order are those who inhabit the highest Layer of Haven, called Haven or Abode.

#### Thrones

Thrones are Radiance who are essentially a type of Construct Radiance who make up the Heavenly Throne of Haven in which the Divine Order meets YHWH.

#### Cherubim

Cherubim are Radiance who live within the highest Layer of Haven, they are typically Assistants of Seraphs, and also answer to YHWH directly

#### Seraph

Seraph are are the highest Order of Radiance, they answer directly to YHWH, and hold the highest authority and Power amongst the Radiance, only below the one and only YHWH.

### Nephilim

Nephilim are a hybrid species between a Radiance and another Species, while most are not allowed within Heaven, they hold the same abilities as a Radiance, and their strength typically mimics that of their parent.

## Hierachy of Divine Archangels

There are a total of 12 Divine Archangels, all of them answer to YHWH directly and hold vital roles over the Mortal realm and Haven.

### Metatron

While Michael is known as the leader of Radiance, Metatron is acknowledged as the strongest one and the officiall highest ranking Seraph, Metatrons authority is just below YHWH, and is connected to empowerment, being able to cleanse negative energy from ones spirit. Metatron is also known as the Heavenly Scribe, keeping note of all the choices that were made in the Mortal realm as well as in heaven, also known as the Akashic Record. Due to that extensive knowledge, they are incredibly powerfull, as there is barely anything they do not know

### Michael

Archangel Michael is the leader of the Radiance, YHWH's Protector as well as the one and only First-Order Archangel in theirtory, he has absolute Authority rivaled only by Metatron and YHWH, but has absolute Military Authority, rivaled only by YHWH, and is tasked with enforcing the word of YHWH and protecting Mortals and keep Evil at bay.

### Gabriel

Gabriel is known as the Messenger of YHWH, announcing YHWH's will to the Mortals, and is the highest ranking second-order Archangel, answering directly to YHWH.

### Raphael

Raphael is the leader of Virtues as well as the Archangel tasked with the healing of Mortals, there to heal the emotional and physical pains one needs assistance with. They also are a patron saint of Travel, protecting pilgrims as they journey trough Cosmos to the best of their abilities.

### Uriel

Uriel is known as the Radiance of Light, the light in the darkness that reveals the truth, not only can Uriels essence instill Charisma within people, but also free people from manipulation and negative effects of fantasy. They also have divine wisdom and fight lies and illusion from evil. Their absolute wish is for everyone to be the best version of themselves

### Chamuel

Presiding over the feeling of love and relationships, archangel Chamuel can strengthen bonds and intensify the love that is felt between two people. They are also related to the heart chakra and can activate it with their powers.

### Jophiel

Archangel Jophiel the angel of beauty helps us to see the magnificence in all things around us, the meaning of archangel Jophiel is ‘beauty of YHWH. They add a certain sparkle and wonder to everything around them. Whenever we notice beautiful scenery, are captivated by someone’s physical qualities, or appreciate some archangel Jophiel is at work. As many of us can take life for granted they shows us the goodness that lies in everything around us so that we may continue to celebrate it.

### Zadkiel

As the archangel of righteousness, Zadkiel is virtuous and has a heart of gold. They are a forgiving archangel and can see right from wrong. Zadkiel also can sense when someone is a good person and can help them to release the guilt that they may be carrying from their mistakes.

He is merciful and encourages people to turn to YHWH when they are looking for forgiveness.

### Azrael

Angel Azrael’s nickname is the Angel of death and they is described as the sibling of Lucifer according to holy scriptures. However, their is not a negative aspect as their connection to death is to help those that are grieving. When we have lost someone, angel Azrael envelopes us in their warm and loving energy. They help us to move on from our pain and pay homage to those that have departed the physical world. Instead of keeping our emotions tucked away, They help us to deal with what we are feeling. They act as a confidant and helps us to find strength in times of weakness.

### Raguel

Archangel Raguel is the archangel of peace and harmony. Their name translates to ‘friend of YHWH‘ and they are fair and just in their ways. Their role is to keep fallen angels in their place and make sure that they do not cross any lines. they are known as the leader of the Principalities as well

They also destroy wicked spirits and casts them into the cold below.

### Lucifer

Archangel Lucifer is a fallen angel who represents evil and corruption, their name translates to the morning star. Initially, he was an archangel who was on the side of good. He was powerful and stood beside YHWH in heaven. However, over time he became resentful and jealous of YHWH’s power. He then organized an uprising as he decided he wanted to control for themself. Ttheir led to a great war in heaven which resulted in their downfall, he was soon cast out of heaven and lost their wings in the process. Before falling, he was actually one of the highest ranking Archangels, though it is unclear just how high.

### Barachiel

Barachiel is the archangel of blessings and ttheir angel is also the chief of all of the guardian angels. Barachiel translates to ‘YHWH’s blessings, they are honored as one of the angelic princes in heaven. Their job is to deliver YHWH’s blessings to people. Whenever someone prays to YHWH they intercept the prayer and displays it before YHWH to ensure that it reaches them.