The Free

Followers of Trithereon.

Tenets of Faith

Trithereon teaches that everyone deserves life and the right "to choose their own place in the world," and that slavery and tyranny must be opposed and overthrown. The church should train the common folk to defend themselves and their possessions from those wishing to infringe on their freedoms. Those wronged have the right to seek vengeance, especially if no one else will aid them. Each of Trithereon's churches has a different focus, due to the fact that the faith preaches individuality over any standardized doctrine, but every church is allied with its brethren.

Worship

Typical services to Trithereon feature ceremonial flames, iron vessels, bells, displays of weaponry, various symbols, and triumphal processions of new converts. Typical worshippers include Rogues, Rangers, Individualists of all stripes, and anarchists. Those who venerate Trithereon strive for liberty for themselves and others. Followers of Trithereon must often travel in secrecy to avoid harassment from those in positions of power. It is said by some that no ruler ever feels entirely secure when a shrine to Trithereon lies within his borders.

Priesthood

Clergy: Trithereon's priests oppose slavery and other forms of oppression. Rugged individualists, they have little fear of questioning authority. His clerics work fervently to end tyrannical regimes or free those in slavery. They wear robes of dark blue or purple, with silver or golden trim. Golden-red cassocks bearing the rune of pursuit are worn for special ceremonies. They favor spears, swords, and clubs. In rural areas, Trithereon's priests often act as border skirmishers and spies (where appropriate). They also work with woodsmen, keeping watch against evil humanoids and despots. In urban settings, Trithereon's priests train locals in self-defense and weaponry, practice battle tactics, and recruit like-minded rangers and rogues to train the priesthood in covert conflict and "for the cause of individual liberty." Urban and rural priest both closely watch Lawfully-aligned religions lest they gain too much power.