The Sanguine Derivative of Aithneism

The Sanguine Derivative of Aithneism (Shortened: The Sanguine Derivative, Sanguinity) is a group of individuals dedicated to an alternate version of Aithneism. Often defined as a cult to most SMP members, members of the Sanguine Derivative devote themselves to the goddess **Aithne**.

## Beliefs

Sanguinity teaches that people are spiritually and physically guided by Aithne through both the human consciousness and nature. Unlike many non-fictional religions, People of the Sanguine Derivative do not believe Aithne created human beings.

A core belief of the Sanguine Derivative is that all humans will be judged by Aithne after death. If judged well, the respective person will be allowed into a benevolent afterlife, similar to Heaven. However, the Sanguine Derivative teaches that some people have been deemed far too irredeemable to be allowed a place in this afterlife.

**Shapeshifter Amethyst** is a crucial material to the Sanguine Derivative. It is implied that collecting Shapeshifter Amethyst may be considered a Sacred Task, as **Sabrina Daisybell** has been shown to desire it greatly. Once Shapeshifter Amethyst is collected, the Sanguine Derivative, through unknown practice or execution, uses it to turn ordinary humans into semi-shapeshifters. This process is part of an **annual ceremony,** and those granted the ability to shapeshift are called **Executioners.**

## Executioners

Known Executioners
 **Arthur** | Active
 Kevin
 Agnes

A core aspect of the Sanguine Derivative is the existence of Executioners, those granted the power to shapeshift during an annual ceremony.

Executioners have the job of **killing** those that the Sanguine Derivative finds irredeemable. When it was revealed that **Arthur** was an assassin in his previous world, Sabrina stated that he would make good use in the Sanguine Derivative as an Executioner.

The **Executioner's ceremony** takes place in two parts. The first part requires the chosen Executioner(s) to place an item of importance into a dispenser with a bud of Shapeshifter Amethyst. For **Arthur**, it was an Eye of Ender. The second part of the ceremony begins as the Executioner(s) stand in a summoning circle on an altar. They are surrounded by at least 3 others. The distinguished person of power (In "Episode 11: Executioner"; Sabrina) will join together the energy of those standing outside the circle. A button is pressed, which causes the transformation of the executioners.

If any members outside the circle were previously executioners, they are teleported above the circle whilst **evoker fangs** remove a single bone from their body. The evoker fangs appear with the name "**EXPIRED!**" implying that the title of Executioner must be renewed each ceremony.

## Meat

A recurring theme for many Sanguine Derivative members is the use of Meat, depicted through Nether Wart Blocks. It is used in several buildings such as the shrine underneath the Sunrise Saloon and the shack where The Good News is first introduced.

The **Sanguine Basilica's** roofing and flooring are made of Meat. When stood upon, players emit soul particles at their feet.

1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKEI3QEaTZo