Galaism

In the sprawling cosmos of "Cold Sky," the ancient and profound philosophy of Galaism reverberates through the hearts and minds of its denizens. Galaism, inspired by the life and teachings of Presea De Gala, known as Mother Gala, is a spiritual worldview that centers around the intricate interplay between the inner self, often referred to as one's "Eye," and the cosmic forces that shape the universe. However, Galaism is far more nuanced than mere nature worship; it dives deep into the realms of chaotic cosmic energies and the emergent patterns born of their eternal dance.
The Philosophy of Equilibrium: At the core of Galaism lies the fundamental principle of equilibrium. It posits that the universe operates in a harmonious balance of cosmic forces, both seen and unseen. Galaists believe that the interconnectedness of all life and the cosmic forces forms the fabric of existence. This delicate balance is perpetually upheld by those attuned to their inner Eye and the forces of nature.
Mausa Zeo Deb and The Living Scripture: The genesis of Galaism is etched in the saga of The Long Morning, a tale immortalized in The Living Scripture, authored by Mausa Zeo Deb. The Living Scripture narrates the odyssey of the shuttle "The Verimanu," which crash-landed on the barren planet Morana. Presea De Gala, the sole survivor and a pregnant pilgrim, faced the desolation of a scorched landscape. Yet, as time flowed, the very presence of Presea catalyzed a miraculous transformation. Barrenness gave way to lushness, life flourished, and the world was reborn.
The Miraculous Connection: Presea's connection with nature and the cosmos became evident as she observed her surroundings transform. She realized that her presence was the catalyst for this metamorphosis, a testament to her unique link with the forces of nature. As the Miracle Worker, Presea not only breathed life into barren landscapes but also forged harmony with the natural order.
The Birth of a Philosophy: Presea's extraordinary journey became the genesis of a profound spiritual philosophy - Galaism. It celebrates the inherent power of nature and champions the art of living in symbiosis with the world. Presea De Gala, the pregnant pilgrim who forged a verdant paradise from desolation, is immortalized as a spiritual leader and beacon of hope.
The Legacy: Today, Galaism continues to inspire generations, reminding them of the innate power of nature and the imperative of living harmoniously with the world. It guides those who seek equilibrium within themselves and in the ever-shifting cosmos, offering solace in the wisdom of Mother Gala and the eternal dance of cosmic forces.
Locations of Significance:
* The Burnt Earth: The mythical crash site of "The Verimanu," where Galaism's story took root.
* The Living Mountain: The hallowed resting place of Presea De Gala, where she is believed to have transcended into pure energy.
* Gala's Tree: A sacred symbol, it's the site where the Elegant Equations came to Za Zaium and is located on the planet Morana.
* Miraj: A vibrant Galaist port city on Morana, steeped in the lore of Galaism and home to Brammas Keep, where The Living Scripture resides.

In the vast expanse of "Cold Sky," Galaism stands as a testament to the enduring power of nature, the delicate balance of cosmic forces, and the eternal legacy of Mother Gala and her miraculous transformation of a barren world into a paradise of life and harmony.

## Description

### Philosophy

Galaism is focused on the personal relationship between one's inner self, referred to as one's Eye, and the natural forces of the universe. Non-Galaist often falsely interpret this to mean "nature." While a relationship is living things is key to Galaism, the natural forces of the universe are understood by Galaist more as chaotic forces of the universe. and the emergent patterns of those forces.

**Zeo Deb** was the first Mausa, and the midwife companion of Presea De Gala. She is created as the author of The Living Scripture. It tells the story of the crash of their shuttle The Verimanu onto the baren planet Morana and how Mother Glala transformed it into a lush and fertial planet.

## History

The central story of the beginning of Galaism is the story of The Long Morning, as told in The Living Scripture, by Mausa Zeo Deb, the midwife companion of Mother Gala. It tells the story of the crash of their shuttle The Verimanu onto the barren planet Morana and how Mother Gala transformed it into a lush planet.

**The Verimanu** was a human rated Aeroline Starduster transport ship that became a key part of a story at the center of **Galaism**.

Once upon a time, in a far-off galaxy, there was a space ship named The Verimanu. The Verimanu was on a mission to explore the universe and discover new worlds, and on board was a young woman named Presea De Gala, who was on a pilgrimage to find meaning and purpose in her life. Presea was pregnant and eager to start a new chapter in her life on a new world.

However, disaster struck as The Verimanu encountered a catastrophic event and crash-landed on a barren planet. Presea was the only survivor, and she found herself stranded on a desolate world with no hope of rescue. The planet was a harsh and inhospitable place, with a scorched and lifeless landscape that stretched as far as the eye could see. Presea was filled with despair, for she thought that she would never see her home again, and that she would die alone on this barren world.

But as the days passed, something miraculous began to happen. Presea noticed that the barren landscape was changing before her very eyes. The ground began to crack and sprout with life, and the sky was filled with the sounds of creatures she had never seen before. She watched in amazement as the once-barren planet was transformed into a lush and verdant paradise, teeming with life and vitality.

Presea soon realized that her very presence on the planet was causing it to undergo this transformation. She learned that she had a unique connection to the forces of nature, and that she could use this connection to bring balance to the world around her. She discovered that the planet was actually a special place, a place where the forces of nature were in perfect balance, and where life flourished.

As she explored the new world, Presea encountered strange and wondrous creatures, beings that were part of the natural order of the world. She learned to live in harmony with these creatures and to protect the delicate balance of the planet. Over time, she became known as the "Miracle Worker", for she had the power to transform barren landscapes into lush, verdant environments, and to bring balance and harmony to the world.

Presea's teachings became the foundation of a new spiritual philosophy, one that celebrated the power of nature and taught people to live in harmony with the world around them. Her story became the origin story of this new belief system, and she was revered as a spiritual leader and a symbol of hope.

And so, the story of Presea De Gala, the pregnant pilgrim who crash-landed on the barren planet and became the Miracle Worker, became the foundation of a spiritual philosophy that inspired generations to come. Her teachings continue to be passed down to this day, reminding people of the power of nature and the importance of living in harmony with the world.

## Documents

### The Living Scripture

The long form epic poem written by Zeo Dep, the midwife and disciple of Gala. It tells the story of the refugee ship, The Verimanu,. The miracle of the survival of the passengers and their long journey to The Living Mountain, where the first Galaist settlements happened.

## Locations

### The Living Mountain

The final resting place of the human , where she is believed to have assented to pure energy.

**Gala's Tree** is the second most important spot in **Galaism** is also the most important to Zauists. The Tree under which The Elegant Equations came to Za Zaium. The tree is locationed on the planet Morana.

**Gala's Tree** is the second most important spot in **Galaism** is also the most important to Zauists. The Tree under which The Elegant Equations came to Za Zaium. The tree is locationed on the planet Morana.

**Hātorokku** is the common name of the stone statue inside the mountain, Luilunka, also calling The Living Mountain, on the planet Morana. It is also referred to as Stone Gala.

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#### Miraj

Miraj is a Galist port city on Morana. It is the location site of Brammas Keep.

## Myths

### Ebner's Crossing

Once upon a time, in a small village at the foot of a great mountain, there lived a farmer named Ebner. Ebner was known throughout the village for his love and reverence for the forces of nature and the natural occurrences that surrounded him. Every day, he would spend hours in his fields, tending to his crops and communing with the sun, wind, and rain.

Despite his hard work, Ebner was not a wealthy man, but he was content with his simple life. He found joy in the simple things, like watching the sun rise each morning and feeling the wind rustle through his crops. He would often spend long hours sitting on a nearby hill, contemplating the beauty of the world around him and offering prayers of thanks to the gods of nature.

One day, as Ebner was working in his fields, he was approached by a wise old sage who had come down from the mountain. The sage was impressed by Ebner's devotion to the forces of nature and told him that the gods of nature had noticed his love and reverence for the world around him. The sage said that the gods had decided to reward Ebner for his devotion and wished to grant him a special gift.

The sage then placed his hand on Ebner's head, and in an instant, the farmer was transformed into a field of beautiful, fragrant flowers. The villagers were amazed at the transformation of their friend and neighbor. They came from far and wide to admire the beauty of the flowers and to pay their respects to the forces of nature that had blessed Ebner with this gift.

Ebner, now a field of flowers, remained connected to the world around him. He felt the wind blowing through his petals, he felt the rain nurturing his roots, and he basked in the warmth of the sun. He felt the pull of the earth as the seasons changed, and he watched as the sun rose and set each day. And though he was no longer a man, he was still at peace, knowing that he was a part of the natural world and that he was in harmony with the forces of nature.

Years passed, and the flowers that once were Ebner continued to bloom and flourish, serving as a reminder to all who saw them of the power and majesty of the forces of nature. The villagers would come to the field each spring to celebrate the blooming of the flowers, offering prayers and offerings to the gods of nature.

As time went on, the legend of Ebner, the farmer transformed into a field of flowers, spread throughout the land. People came from far and wide to see the flowers and to offer prayers of their own. And the story of Ebner became a symbol of the importance of one's relationship to the forces of nature and the natural occurrences that surround us.

And so, the story of Ebner, the farmer transformed into a field of flowers, continues to be passed down from generation to generation, serving as a reminder of the power of love and reverence for the world around us and the importance of being in harmony with the forces of nature.

### The Feeding of The Marshes

Once upon a time, in a far-off land, there lived a community of early pilgrims known as The Marshes. They were a simple people, living off the land and relying on the bounty of nature to sustain them. Despite their hard work and the abundance of the land, The Marshes were often plagued by famine and hardship, struggling to find enough food to feed their families.

One day, as they were praying for guidance and help, they received a vision from the gods of nature. In the vision, they were told that if they showed reverence and gratitude to the forces of nature, the gods would bless them with a miracle of abundance that would feed and sustain their community for generations to come.

The Marshes took the vision to heart, and from that day forward, they made it a priority to show their gratitude and reverence to the forces of nature. They built altars to the sun, wind, and rain, and offered daily prayers of thanks for the bounty of the land.

And then, one day, a miracle occurred. A great rain fell from the sky, and when it stopped, a field of crops had sprouted up in the midst of The Marshes. The crops were unlike anything the community had ever seen, and they flourished even in the harshest of conditions. The Marshes were astounded by the abundance of the crops, and they knew that the gods of nature had answered their prayers.

The crops fed the community for generations, never failing to provide enough food for even the largest of families. And The Marshes remained grateful to the gods of nature, offering prayers of thanks and reverence each day.

As the years passed, the legend of The Marshes and the miracle of abundance that fed and sustained them spread far and wide. People came from all over to see the crops and to learn from the wisdom of The Marshes. And the story of the early pilgrims and the miracle of abundance became a symbol of the power of reverence and gratitude to the forces of nature.

And so, the story of The Marshes and the miracle of abundance continues to be passed down from generation to generation, serving as a reminder of the importance of showing gratitude and reverence to the forces of nature and the blessings that come with it.

### Isrum, The Clean One

Once upon a time, there lived a wealthy man named Isrum. Despite his wealth, Isrum was a greedy man, always seeking more and never satisfied with what he had. He disregarded the forces of nature, exploiting the land and its resources for his own gain.

One night, as Isrum was lying in bed, he was visited by a ghost. The ghost was a person he had wronged in life, and it had come to warn Isrum of the consequences of his actions. The ghost told him that the forces of nature were angry with him and that he would be punished unless he changed his ways.

Isrum was frightened by the ghost's warning, and he realized that he had been living his life in the wrong way. He had never shown gratitude or reverence to the forces of nature, and now he was being called to account for his actions.

Determined to make amends, Isrum sought out the wise people of the religion based around one's relationship to the forces of nature and natural occurrence. He learned about the importance of showing gratitude and reverence to the forces of nature, and he embraced the teachings of the religion.

With each passing day, Isrum became a different person. He showed gratitude and reverence to the forces of nature, and he made amends for the wrongs he had done. The forces of nature forgave him, and Isrum was blessed with peace and happiness that he had never known before.

And so, the story of Isrum, the wealthy man who was transformed by his experience with a ghost, became a symbol of the power of reverence and gratitude to the forces of nature. People told the story far and wide, and it inspired many others to follow in Isrum's footsteps and to embrace the teachings of the religion.

And in the end, Isrum was remembered as a man who had learned the importance of showing gratitude and reverence to the forces of nature, and who had been transformed by his experience with the ghost.

### The story of the Tree of Life

In the beginning of time, the world was a barren and desolate place. But one day, a seed was planted in the ground, and from that seed sprouted the Tree of Life. The Tree of Life was a magical tree, whose branches reached to the sky and whose roots dug deep into the earth. It was said that whoever touched the Tree of Life would be granted immortality and be at one with nature. Many creatures, both great and small, made their home in the branches of the Tree of Life and lived in peace and harmony. However, one day, a being known as the Great Tempest came to the world and brought with it a storm so fierce that it threatened to uproot the Tree of Life. The creatures of the world gathered together and worked to protect the Tree, but their efforts were in vain. Just as the Great Tempest was about to destroy the Tree, a young girl stepped forward and offered to sacrifice herself to save the Tree. The girl climbed to the top of the Tree and let herself be consumed by the tempest, but as she did, she merged with the Tree and became one with nature. The tempest died down, and the Tree of Life stood tall once more, stronger than ever. From that day forward, the Tree of Life was a symbol of the power of nature and the sacrifices we must make to protect it.

### The story of the Four Winds

Once upon a time, there were four winds - North, South, East, and West. They were wild and free, blowing wherever they pleased, causing chaos and destruction in their wake. However, one day, they met a wise old sage who taught them the importance of balance and control. The sage told the winds that they must learn to work together, for if they did not, their wildness would cause the world to fall apart. The winds listened to the sage and, from that day forward, they worked together to bring balance to the world. They blew with the seasons, helping the crops to grow and guiding the clouds on their journey. The winds became the guardians of nature, bringing the rain and the snow, and guiding the animals on their migration. And so, the winds learned to use their power for good, and the world became a better place because of it.

### The story of the Ocean's Tide

In the beginning, the Ocean was a calm and serene place, but one day, it became restless and began to stir. The waves grew larger and larger, until they threatened to engulf the land. The people of the world were afraid, and they called upon the wisest of their number to help. The wise one went to the Ocean and asked why it was so angry. The Ocean replied that it was tired of being contained, that it wanted to roam freely and see the world. The wise one listened to the Ocean's request and, using their magic, they caused the tides to rise and fall. And so, the Ocean was able to see the world and experience new things, but it also learned the importance of balance, for if it rose too high, it would cause harm to the land. From that day forward, the Ocean respected the land and the people, and they respected the Ocean in return. The tides rose and fell in perfect harmony, and the world was at peace.

## Festivals and Holidays

### The Long Morning

A month long holiday commemorating the journey from The Verimanu's crash site to The Living Mountain. Pilgrims from all over come to Morana once a year and retrace Gala's journey

### Feast of Zeo

An annual feast and celebration commemorating the survival of the long journey across the planet Morana and the assentation of Gala to pure energy.

## Positions

Some Galaists hold specific titles and roles within the Order.

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* Gel'maint Nant
* Mausa

**Gel'maint Nant** is the highest rank within **Galaism**. It is a position rarely held as assending to Gel'maint Nant requires a miracle. To assend to Gel'maint Nant, one must first be the Maint Nant, the secular leader of Galaism.

Uma

## Known Gel'maint Nants

* Presea De Gala

* Mu'i Kazonga