Enlightened Shine

"Those which do not simply see the light but understand it, those shall spread Oods word into the darkness." Magnum Luceat Brahmen II
These few which have fully grasped Oods light are elevated to the rank of an enlightened shine. It is a rare occurrence followed by large festivities and a grand ceremony. One which becomes an enlightened shine, radiates light into the surrounding darkness.

Requirements

To gain the title of enlightened shine one must past the four tests of light. Those include: Be able to speak the ancient language of Ismika and translate a message recieved bay the Magnum Luceat. Be able to produce a shining orb of light in his palm. Be able to see in complete darkness. Have served the clergy for at least 20 years after his ordination.
The first three abilities are only achievable if one has received them form Ood himself. They are divine powers and seen as a confirmation of a persons deep understanding and devotion to Oods message.

Duties

Every enlightened shine is able to establish his own settlement and build his temple to Ood. He will rule ower the lands surrounding this city and be able to perform all rituals up to his rank. These powers can't be taken away by anyone exept by a direct ruling or the Magnum Luceat. If an enlightened shine dies the city is given over to the nearest, non-religious settlement. But at any time it can fall under the rule of a newly appointed enlightened shine if he chooses to do so.
In the case that the Magnum Luceat dies all enlightened shines are called to the capital temple where they will choose a new Magnum Luceat from any member out of their ranks. This process will take four months. If after four months the enlightened shines couldn't agree on a successor the process of the guiding light is initiated. This includes blinding an enlightened light which will then choose a peasant to rise up to the seat of Magnum Luceat. This process is rare but not uncommon. The chosen one is then bestowed upon with divine powers called upon by the enlightened lights. During this process the chosen one is fully cleansed of any darkness inside him.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

One which rose to the rank of enlightened shine can't be demoted in any way. They can only be sent on the trial of cleansing to rid them again from any darkness. If this isn't enough they can be sent into exile where they will spend their days in a remote monastery on an isolated island.

Type

Religious, Clerical

Form of Address

His Elnightened Shine

Alternative Naming

The Shiny Bois (slur)

Source of Authority

Magnum Luceat

Length of Term

Indefinite