Belief
Deities, Spirits, and Religions
When someone encounters the divine, belief often transforms into certainty. This moment can inspire faith, spark a change of heart, or deepen devotion. By embracing both surrender and reward, a character aligns with the values and moral code of their deity. Through this connection, they draw strength and purpose from their god’s power and duties, anchoring their resolve to fulfill their destined role.
The Wordsake
Most people in Vaia speak of belief with open, gentle words, blending secular ideas with deep spirituality. They value the power of names, where each word carries the stories, histories, and essence of the beings they describe. Vaia’s people warmly embrace nearly all faiths, from religions to pagan traditions and elemental bonds, appreciating their complexity. They understand that spoken words act like spells, unlocking paths to deeper truths.
Isles of Soul
Isle, a man, knows his soul has lived thousands of lives. From a blade of grass to the last woman on a dying planet, his spirit has been every atom, every being. All existence is one—him, and you. This truth shapes his only belief: be kind and do good to all, for they are part of you. Treat others well, as you would yourself, in this endless cycle of life. He shared this ideal, and like fire, found akin.
One Above All
Some see divinity in words, others in an endless soul, but many worship the One Above All. The embodiment of law, obedience, and justice, serving as the ultimate judge. Rumors say the One Above All walks among the people, testing their hearts, judging their deeds, and easing their guilt with kind words.
Aspected Reverence
In ancient times in small cultures, a pantheon of gods arose, each born from elements or emotions like lightning, love, or miracles. Some are called the father or mother, their stories answering life’s mysteries with ease. People bless or curse these deities, quick to revere or blame them. Every named god, their traits, and their influence shapes the devotion they inspire.
Belief
Deities, Spirits, and Religions