Church of Xenagos

Life is but a fleeting moment; let us fill it with uproarious laughter, wild dances, and the untamed chaos that is the essence of my revelry.

— Follower of Xenagos

The Church of Xenagos, devoted to the god of revelry and chaos, is a vibrant and dynamic community that revels in spontaneity and the thrill of the moment. Temples dedicated to Xenagos are lively spaces filled with music, dance, and exuberant celebrations. Devotees, known as Revelers, come from diverse backgrounds, united by their love for revelry and the pursuit of joy.

The Church of Xenagos is a vibrant and chaotic community that celebrates revelry and the pursuit of pleasure. Temples are lively spaces filled with music, dance, and communal celebrations. The organizational structure is decentralized, with local Revelry Halls operating autonomously. Xenagos' culture embraces chaos, spontaneity, and inclusivity, encouraging artistic expression. The cosmology centers on the pursuit of pleasure and the liberation found in chaos. The priesthood, led by charismatic Mirthbringers, inspires the congregation to embrace revelry. Ethics revolve around personal pleasure, rejection of societal norms, and celebration of individuality. Worship involves lively rituals with music, dance, and communal celebrations, honoring Xenagos as the god of revelry.

Structure

The Church of Xenagos lacks a rigid hierarchy, reflecting the god's disdain for order and structure. Instead, local chapters, known as Revelry Halls, operate autonomously, organizing their own festivities and rituals. Revelers who demonstrate exceptional charisma and zeal may rise to leadership roles within their respective halls, but authority is often fluid and based on the ability to inspire revelry.

Culture

Xenagos' culture is characterized by a love for chaos, spontaneity, and the pursuit of pleasure. Revelers embrace the unexpected and find joy in the unpredictability of life. Artistic expression, particularly in the form of dance, music, and colorful attire, is highly encouraged. The culture promotes inclusivity, welcoming individuals from all walks of life to join in the revelry.

Holidays

Festival of Eternal Merriment: A week-long celebration marked by extravagant parties, feasts, and unrivaled revelry.

Chaos Unleashed Night: A night dedicated to breaking rules, where followers engage in unconventional and chaotic activities.

Cosmological Views

Xenagos' cosmology centers on the idea that life's true essence is found in the pursuit of pleasure and the embrace of chaos. The god is believed to reside in the ever-changing tapestry of revelry, and devotees seek to connect with Xenagos through ecstatic celebrations and unbridled joy. The chaotic nature of the god's influence is seen as a force that liberates individuals from the constraints of order.

Tenets of Faith

Embrace Chaos: Revel in the unpredictable and chaotic nature of life, bringing joy through disruption.

Pursue Pleasure: Seek pleasure, enjoyment, and merriment without concern for consequences.

Defy Authority: Challenge rules and restrictions, for true revelry knows no boundaries.

Spread Chaos: Be an agent of disruption, introducing chaos into the mundane aspects of existence.

Celebrate Freedom: Cherish freedom and independence, resisting anything that hinders personal liberty.

Ethics

Ethics within the Church of Xenagos revolve around the pursuit of personal pleasure and the rejection of societal norms that stifle individual freedom. Devotees are encouraged to live in the moment, follow their desires, and revel in the chaos of existence. The church promotes a rejection of oppressive structures and a celebration of diversity and individuality.

Worship

Worship in the Church of Xenagos is a lively and energetic affair, featuring music, dance, and communal celebrations. Rituals involve the consumption of food and drink, with devotees indulging in sensory pleasures to honor the god of revelry. Temples are adorned with vibrant decorations, and festivals are frequent, creating an atmosphere of perpetual celebration.

Priesthood

The priesthood of Xenagos is decentralized, with charismatic Revelers serving as informal leaders within local Revelry Halls. These priests, known as Mirthbringers, lead celebratory rituals and inspire the congregation to embrace chaos and revelry. Leadership is not determined by formal appointment but rather by the ability to stir the passions of the community.

Granted Divine Powers

EARNING AND LOSING PIETY

You can increase your piety score to Xenagos when you expand the god’s influence in the world in a concrete way through acts such as these:


• Host a very large party in Xenagos’s name.
• Sacrifice a champion to Xenagos
• Bring chaos to places of order.


Your piety score to Xenagos decreases if you diminish Xenagos’s influence in the world, contradict with his ideals, or let him down through acts such as these:


• Get in the way of a party
• Kill someone Xenagos deems useful
• Speak of any other god in a positive light

Xenagos’s devotee (Piety+3 Xenagos Trait)
As a devotee of Xenagos. You have proven yourself to be quite a worshipper indeed. Once on each of your turns when you hit a creature with an attack, you can deal an extra 1d4 force damage and impose disadvantage on the target's next weapon attack. You can use this trait a number of times equal to your constitution modifier (minimum of once). You regain all expanded uses when you finish a long rest.


Xenagos’s Votary (Piety+10 Xenagos trait)
You can cast Enemies Abound with this trait. Once you cast the spell this way, you can’t do so again until you finish a long rest. Charisma is your spellcasting ability for this spell.


Xenagos’s Disciple (Piety+25 Xenagos trait)
You have grown accustomed to alcohol; You have immunity poison damage and the poisoned condition.


Champion of Revelry (Piety+50 Xenagos trait)
You can increase your Constitution or Charisma by 2 and also increase your maximum for that score by 2.

Type

Religious, Organised Religion

Deities

• Xenagos, God of Revelry