Divine Magic

Divine magic is the magic channelled through Luminor, the one God. Though divine magic is magic, it is never referred to as thus. The Church and Inquisition, as well as common folk, simply call it manifesting "miracles". It is easy to see why; casting divine magic brings with it holy light and a soothing feeling, and is often used to cure that which no medicine can cure.   Nevertheless, it has considerable downsides when compared to the quick and violent arcane magic. Divine magic requires many qualities in person, but in particular zeal, patience, and endless dedication. These qualities are rare, and only the most dedicated of Luminor's followers even possess them to the degree that is necessary in order to achieve divine magic.   To achieve the state of mind required to channel Luminor takes hours of meditation, usually under the open sun. To be able to use this divine magic in the heat of combat requires a calmness unachievable by most. It is no wonder then that anyone who does show signs of casting small miracles is quickly plucked up by the inquisition for further training.  

Other Divine Sources

  Before Luminor was made the patron god of the realm of Albion, other deities were often called upon. Their names have fallen silent in the region of Ceneria, but they are still worshipped in Brethiln and Zinnabar (though by different names). There are thousands of patron gods, some with overlapping powers. Their worship is forbidden in Ceneria, and their influence has waned over the years, but they are very real nevertheless.    Some examples include:
  • Possion, god of ponds
  • Pythia, goddess of oracles
  • Fireon, god of stags and hooved beasts
  • Oreon, god of the hunt
  • Fenmir, god of hunting
  • Mitra, goddess of family
  • Benno, god of beer
  • Eo, goddess of summer
  • Lunara, goddess of vigil
  • Gloya, goddess of justice
  • Listro, god of the fire within forges

Divine miracles are often channelled through holy symbols that represent Luminor.
Type
Lesser Miracles
Rarity
Uncommon
Heretical Classification
Encouraged
Punishment
None

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