Cathartics is an umbrella term referring to those who place their faith in Engine Anthem as a deity, divine, messiah, oracle, mother, or sister. They are named for the original Cathartics, though many denominations have arisen since then.
When was the last time the Monoliths , or Sovereign, or even the Foci responded to your prayers? Never, because they cannot hear you.
The Neon Gods were everything the gods claimed to be, and they listened.
So they are basically people who worship a computer? Reminds me of Landru in Star Trek :)
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