The Golden Sanctuary of the Colossus' Horn
A small and unusual temple, by Emidonian estimation, the Golden Sanctuary is intended as a retreat for all who come of their own volition. In lieu of rooms for worship or sermonizing, the several rooms are filled with overstuffed poufs and lounge chairs. Priests and temple slaves serve the desires of their charges. Steaming communal baths create a soothing steam which wafts throughout the interior.
Structure
The Initiated Administrator Balshazzur has ultimate control over the power and standing of each member of the organization. That being said, this temple stands out as being accessible to anyone regardless of their assets, social standing, or family ties. Once membership is granted by the Administrator, each member has the potential to become as powerful as their passion dictates. Skill with magic is not a requirement, and lack thereof is not a hindrance.
Culture
Members wear a white garment edged with red and green, and a colored cross-body sash dependent upon their rank. How one rises through the ranks is a closely guarded secret, but only the Administrator wears a golden sash. The ranks are as follows
- Member - White - The first ranks wear a plain white sash until they are able to prove themselves and attain the next rank.
- Acolyte - Yellow - The second rank is often the most likely to have access to magic, though never more than 3rd level
- Controller - Blue - The third rank is entirely made up of male members. Female members are separated and sent away for special training.
- Initiated Administrator - Gold - Only one person can hold this rank in any given location, though it is not known if any other cells yet exist. It is said that to attain this rank one must be able to speak directly to their celestial patron
Public Agenda
To bring the glorious word of the Maiden of Haze and Whimsy to the populace. They sell access to mind-altering drugs which are intended to soothe the soul and perhaps bring some divine inspiration to a worn out mind.
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