The Church of the Saviour

As the Church of the Saviour solidified its power over generations, the once-unifying force began to decay into corruption. Each successive generation witnessed an increase in the Church's authoritarian rule, clinging to outdated and hierarchical beliefs. The leaders of the Church, now entrenched in their authority, enforced strict restrictions on knowledge, rewriting history to manipulate the narrative and obscure the truth of Deus Aeternus.
The Demari people, once united against their fallen god, now propagated racist ideologies, promoting oppression against the Mutani, Orcen, and Creato Animus. This institutionalized discrimination further divided the races, fostering resentment and discord within society. The Church, exploiting these divisions, used them to maintain control and suppress any dissent.
The Demari Church, consumed by its lust for power, not only restricted access to historical truths but actively propagated false stories, turning the once-known facts about Deus Aeternus into mystical tales and religious doctrines. The Church used these myths to legitimize its authority and manipulate the masses, keeping them in a state of ignorance and blind obedience.
The oppressive regime of the Church fueled underground movements among the oppressed races, fostering secret alliances and resistance groups. The Mutani, Orcen, and even some rebellious Demari sought to uncover the buried truths and challenge the tyrannical rule of the Church, aiming to restore a more just and equitable society.
Amidst the shadows of deception, the forgotten knowledge of the past remained a source of power waiting to be rediscovered. As the Church's grip tightened, a resistance movement, driven by the desire for freedom and justice, began to emerge, weaving the threads of rebellion against the oppressive forces that had twisted the legacy of Deus Aeternus and exploited the differences among the races.
Hierarchical Orders of the Church of the Savior:
1. Order of Prosperity: - Motto: "Strength in Obedience" - Role: Militant zealots enforcing the iron-handed rule of the Church. - Duties: - Suppress dissent and rebellions with military precision. - Act as enforcers of racial laws and divine favor doctrines. - Execute missions to eliminate perceived threats to the Church's authority. - Training: - Rigorous combat training and indoctrination into the Church's ideology. - Emphasis on loyalty, discipline, and unwavering devotion to the Church.
2. Order of Dedication: - Motto: "Preserving the Divine Tapestry" - Role: Architects and guardians of the Church's approved histories and doctrines. - Duties: - Rewrite historical records to align with the Church's changing narratives. - Guard the sacred texts and approved teachings, ensuring adherence to the doctrines. - Design and oversee the construction of grand monuments and religious structures. - Training: - Intensive education in theology, history manipulation, and architectural design. - Access to classified information to strengthen their commitment to the Church's cause.
3. Order of Illumination: - Motto: "Bringing Light to the Masses" - Role: Bishops and clergymen responsible for preaching and maintaining religious practices for the masses. - Duties: - Conduct religious ceremonies, sermons, and rituals to instill loyalty and devotion among the followers. - Administer sacraments and oversee religious education within local communities. - Collaborate with the Order of Dedication to ensure consistency in approved teachings. - Training: - Theological education focusing on effective communication and persuasive preaching. - Ritualistic training to conduct ceremonies with solemnity and authority. - Regular spiritual retreats to reinforce their connection to the divine principles of the Church.
Each order works in tandem to maintain the Church's control over the populace, with the Order of Prosperity enforcing authority, the Order of Dedication shaping the narrative, and the Order of Illumination ensuring the unwavering loyalty of the masses through religious practices.

The Secret Branch: The Branded
1. The Silent Oracle: - Blinded for Truth - Role: - Speaks only unaltered truth, devoid of visual influence. - Guards the sanctity of knowledge with a pure and untainted perspective. - Duties: - Reads and interprets sacred texts and records for the Saviour. - Advises on matters requiring a perspective untainted by sight. - Burden: - Carries the weight of undistorted truth, even when it challenges established beliefs.
2. The Watchful Mute: - Tongue Snipped for Silence - Role: - Sees and hears all, but is forbidden from uttering heresies. - Acts as the keeper of secrets and forbidden knowledge. - Duties: - Safeguards the inner library and prevents unauthorized access. - Communicates through written messages and gestures. - Burden: - Bears the responsibility of preserving the purity of the Church's doctrines.
3. The Unburdened Listener: - Deaf and Free from Forbidden Knowledge - Role: - Remains unaffected by the weight of forbidden truths. - Guards against external threats without bearing the burden of dark knowledge. - Duties: - Attends to the personal needs and security of the Saviour. - Ensures the Saviour remains shielded from corrupting influences. - Freedom: - Walks free from the burden of forbidden knowledge, maintaining mental clarity.
The Branded's Secret and Sacred Tasks:

Guardians of the Inner Library:

- Protect the most sacred and forbidden knowledge accessible only to the Saviour. - Enforce strict protocols to prevent any unauthorized access.

Attendants to the Saviour:

- Serve the needs of the Saviour with unwavering loyalty and discretion. - Carry out tasks assigned by the Saviour without question.

Bearer of Terrible Knowledge:

- Withstand the mental and emotional toll of harboring the darkest truths. - Share the burden of the Saviour's revelations, allowing them to focus on leading the Church.

Bearer of Requests:

- Carry out the requests of the Saviour, including commanding others to become martyrs. - Execute duties without hesitation, ensuring absolute obedience to the Saviour's will.
The Branded, shrouded in secrecy, play a pivotal role in safeguarding the core of the Church's power and knowledge. Only the Saviour possesses the authority to command them, and their existence remains hidden from the eyes of the Church at large.
Order of Prosperity:
1. Initiate of Steel: - Role: Novice in combat and doctrine. - Duties: - Basic training in combat and indoctrination into Church teachings. - Acts as a foot soldier in enforcing Church authority.
2. Sword Disciple: - Role: Proficient warrior with growing zeal. - Duties: - Further combat training and deepening commitment to the Church's ideals. - Leads squads in enforcing racial laws and suppressing dissent.
3. Iron Inquisitor: - Role: Seasoned enforcer with authority. - Duties: - Commands units in enforcing Church doctrines. - Investigates and quashes any perceived threats to Church authority.
4. Zealot Commander: - Role: Expert strategist and commander. - Duties: - Leads entire divisions in executing military campaigns for the Church. - Reports directly to the Saviour Reborn on matters of security.
5. Prime Minister of Vigilance: - Role: Head of the Order of Prosperity. - Duties: - Directs the entire military arm of the Church. - Sits on the Council of the Saviour, advising on matters of military strategy and enforcement.
Order of Dedication:
1. Scribe Acolyte: - Role: Apprentice in history manipulation and architectural design. - Duties: - Basic education in theology, history manipulation, and architectural principles. - Assists in documenting approved histories.
2. Doctrine Artisan: - Role: Skilled historian and architect. - Duties: - Edits historical records to align with Church narratives. - Designs and oversees the construction of religious structures.
3. Archivist Scholar: - Role: Expert in manipulating historical records. - Duties: - Guards the inner library and sacred texts. - Trains Doctrine Artisans in the art of history manipulation.
4. Prime Historian: - Role: Overseer of Church history and architecture. - Duties: - Directs the overall narrative and design of Church-approved history. - Reports directly to the Saviour Reborn on matters of history and architecture.
5. Prime Minister of Preservation: - Role: Head of the Order of Dedication. - Duties: - Directs the manipulation of historical narratives and architectural projects. - Sits on the Council of the Saviour, advising on matters of cultural preservation.
Order of Illumination:
1. Novitiate Acolyte: - Role: Trainee in religious practices and communication. - Duties: - Basic theological education and training in ceremonial practices. - Assists in conducting religious ceremonies.
2. Candlebearer Adept: - Role: Skilled clergyman with proficiency in rituals. - Duties: - Conducts religious ceremonies and rituals. - Guides congregations in spiritual practices.
3. Serenity Bishop: - Role: Spiritual leader and mentor. - Duties: - Leads congregations in profound spiritual experiences. - Mentors Candlebearer Adepts in the ways of spiritual guidance.
4. Cardinal of Illumination: - Role: Chief overseer of religious practices. - Duties: - Directs religious practices and sermons across the Church. - Reports directly to the Saviour Reborn on matters of faith.
5. Prime Minister of Enlightenment: - Role: Head of the Order of Illumination. - Duties: - Directs the overall spiritual direction of the Church. - Sits on the Council of the Saviour, advising on matters of faith and communal connection.

Type

Religious, Holy Order

Permeated Organizations

• House Latiuma