Faith of the Forest

General Info
The Corvidah and followers of this Religion believe that one day the Goddess of Dawn and he God of Dusk fought about whom got to create the first day. It is believed that during this battle the other deities were formed and created mountains, forests, the underworld as well as everything else as they crashed into the earth like meteors. The Goddess of Dawn won the fight and thus created the first day, whilst the God of Dusk has the privilege of ending the first day once it was perfect.

Their Coming of Age Rite is a huge event for the whole village. It is not held individually but rather in huge groups. Since it involves tests of strength and agility the participants have to face several challenges together. Since the main focus of their religion is to help others just like the Deities helped each-other to create the earth, it is encouraged that all Corvidah taking part help each other through said tests. At the very end of the ritual there is a huge bonfire with dancing and drums.

Origin Race: Corvidah

Unique Arcana: Wood

Common Arcana: Air, Shadow, Healing

Disallowed races: Teth'ya

Traditions(?)
This religion is a slightly patriarchal form of Polytheism with a focus on helping others. It is often practised outwards. Aside from the ruling Deities there are several other important ones such as the Goddess of the Underworld, the Goddess of Memory and the God of Mountains.

It is mainly passed down via one holy book, describing the Gods fighting over the creation of the world. A big Myth includes the Exile and descension of several minor gods.

Clergy: both genders Function: military leaders, direct connection to divine, missionaries Lifestyle: above average Family: small, 1-3 children Chosen: study to become clergy Distinguished By: special jewellery Cultural Aspects

Associated Artform: Beak Masks/Jewelry

Coming of Age: 10 years old Coming of Age Rite: involves a test of strength/agility Marriage: is for life, no exceptions Marriage Rites: involve much gift-giving Death Rites: involve embalming

Major Taboo: none

Prevalence: believed by most Outsiders: are feared