Etreus, God of Love and Father of Light

In the beginning, there was only Etreus, bathed in light. So immense and uncontainable was His love that He birthed the heavens and the Yrthe, and filled them with His children such that He might love them for eternity.
Tenets and Teachings
Love as the Supreme Virtue: Love reigns supreme. Love, in all its forms, is the highest virtue. Love one another, show compassion, and practice empathy in all moments -- it is through love that one knows Etreus.
Compassion and Empathy: In moments of compassion, when we intuitively understand the emotions and needs of others, and dedicate ourselves to the betterment of those around us, that love is most present in our hearts. Provide support to even those who might not do the same for you, and solace to your most bitter enemy.
Harmony and Unity: Harmony breeds strength. Through unity, our family of Light and the teachings of Etreus prevail. Cast out the disharmony within your community and within yourself to find the strength to love more fully.
The Sanctity of Life: Death only brings the end of love -- Life brings love eternal.
The Pursuit of Selflessness: He who casts aside his own selfish desires and transcends his own ego may find himself in Etreus' favor, blessed with fortune for eons to come.

Beliefs and Devotion

Etreus' followers believe in the enduring and boundless love of their god. They hold that his love is ever-present, guiding them toward a life of compassion and empathy.
Worship often involves prayer, rituals, and offerings. Followers seek to strengthen their connection to Etreus and to honor his love and light.
The followers of Etreus view the city of Imperium as a manifestation of his love and the Triumvirate as divine conduits for his guidance.
They believe that through the practice of love and compassion, they can attain spiritual enlightenment and draw closer to Etreus, ultimately achieving eternal love and unity with the divine.
The teachings of Etreus and the beliefs of his followers create a moral and spiritual compass that guides the actions and decisions of the people in Imperium. Love, compassion, and empathy are not merely virtues but are considered the very essence of existence, shaping the culture, social dynamics, and ethical framework of the realm.

Name	Etreus
Title(s)	God of Love, The Ancient Song, Lord Creator, Father of Light
Domain(s)	Love, Light, Prosperity
Associated Religion(s)	Etrianism
Dominant Territories	Imperium
Notable Followers	The Triumvirate, Brotherhood of Light
Symbolism	Golden chains, Moth