The Tree of Light
I. The concept
The glory of Xiosia is always growing, like a tree. We dwell in Her glory and Her light, so it may break the shadows of doubt that surround our spirits. For only when we see the truth we can live in total harmony with the world and spread peace.
II. The vision
It was a clear day, and I saw a beautiful maiden planting a seedling. I went closer, for I wanted to help her. As I neared her the distance between me and the maiden seemed to widen. Finally, I came close enough to examine the maiden and the seedling, now in the ground. I realized in horror that the maiden was rotting, she seemed to decay alive. Shadows surrounded her, and she seemed to be burning, yet there was only shadow. She tried to protect the seedling from the shadows, but she was dead before she could do so. The shadows had burned her. I went closer, trying to save the seedling from the shadows. As I reached it, I felt the shadows surrounding me as well, and I was too weak to fight them off alone. I felt them burning my heart, making me feel despair unknown to most. I tried to fight them off with all my will, yet I was too weak. They engulfed me, and I felt myself die and decay. I was dying and I knew it. I threw myself over the seedling to protect it with my body, dying, alone, desperate. I was left was only the knowledge that my body saved the seedling. Suddenly, the shadows left. The grasp of terror that held my heart was replaced with a presence, a light. Before me stood a creature of light, and she spoke. "I am Xiosia, your godess. You shall not face the upcoming trials alone, mortal. For faith is strong." I felt her smile at me. "Death is not your fate today." Suddenly, I opened my eyes. I had been dreaming. In front of me there was a plant. A flower, red, the colour of life. It had not been there before, I was sure of that. The ground around it appeared scorched, yet the flower stood. I knew I had been saved by the Godess.
III. The conclusion
We shall not stand alone, for alone we are weak. Together, we shall see the inner truth of all things, and harmony shall spread.
IV. The principles
I. You shall not harm any being for selfish purposes, for the circle of life and death is sacred.
II. You shall resist those that seek to create chaos and destruction.
III. Harmony is created through understanding, and understanding is gained through knowledge. Open your eyes to the light of Xiosia, for it banishes the shadows of ignorance from your mind.
IV. Alone, we are nothing. Together, we are a part of nature.
V. The Followers of Xiosia
Receiver of Light:The Receiver of Light dedicated his life to receive the godess' will, the light She sends to guide the mortals on their narrow path through darkness. The Receiver of Light is appointed till his mortal life ends.
The Three High Priests:Each year, when the circle of seasons begins a new, and the ice releases the world of its cold embrace, the three High Priests are elected again, from the ranks of the Seers of Light.
Keeper of Growth:The Keeper of Growth is responsible for maintaining Her crop, to harvest those plants needed for healing and planting new ones.
Bestower of Life:The Bestower of Life is charged with aiding those afflicted by any malady, whether sentient or not.
Protector of Nature:The Protector of Nature has the sacred task of protecting nature, and to prevent the enemies of life to take control, with any means.
Seer of Light:The Seer of Light has completed his novicehood as a Shrouded One and is now ready to perceive the inner truth of things, so he may spread harmony and peace.
Shrouded One:The Shrouded One is still new to the sacred path of Xiosia and has his mind still shrouded by darkness. His life and workings are dedicated to clearing the shadows in his mind.
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You need at least lvl 20 in mining to join....NOT.
. To join, you need to be willing to roleplay or desiring to learn it. This is a roleplay guild. I don't intend to write this much here, since all that how to roleplay nonsense is useless. Those that don't know how to roleplay will not read it anyway, they learn through experience, and those that know how to, well, it's useless for them. We want to enjoy roleplay, and we shall do that. It's a game.
For joining, see Apalo or Tseril.
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