Thunder Priesthood
The Thunder Priesthood is one of the three most powerful factions in the city of Rharne. This women-only faction was created by Ilaren’s first female Champion during the 280th arc to unite the Immortal’s supporters. Their overarching directive is to govern religion in Rharne, gather intelligence across Idalos, and advance Ilaren’s goals in the Immortals War. There are between 1500-1600 active Priesthood members spread throughout Idalos at any one time, with about 600-700 of those living in Rharne. In the Hot Cycle of 722, men were allowed to enroll in the Thunder Priesthood, in response to a low recruitment rate.
Within Rharne, the Thunder Priesthood are viewed as Ilaren’s eyes and ears. It is rumoured that they see all and know all through their network of sisters spread across the many regions of Idalos, and many Rharnians see them as the city’s champions and protectors. If the Lightning Knights are the city’s sword, then the Thunder Priesthood are the city’s shield.
The sisterhood is split into four branches, each with its own specialization. The Clerics oversee religion, the Healers provide medical aid to their sisters and the city, the Emissaries act as ambassadors for Rharne, and the Monks act as Ilaren’s personal agents. While the Priesthood in each branch have varying skillsets, the faction is widely known for its prowess in Unarmed Combat, regardless of specialization. All sisters are taught defensive combat skills in order to protect themselves and each other should the need arise.
A Thunder Priesthood can usually be recognized by her attire. Novitiates wear white robes, while Priesthood and above wear dark purple robes. Inside the Lightning Cathedral, the robes are always worn unless one is visiting or leaving. Outside the Lightning Cathedral, the robes are sometimes traded in for more practical clothing. Emissaries often choose to wear attire that aligns with the city they are visiting, whereas Monks tend to dress in leather armour and gear.
The Oath: Upon joining the Thunder Priesthood , a new member must swear an oath of allegiance to Ilaren and the sisterhood, in which she promises to place the mission and goals of the faction above her own self-interest. After the oath is sworn, the new member is required to complete the ritual with a shot of whiskey.
The oath is repeated as follows:
“I pledge an oath of loyalty to Ilaren and the Thunder Priesthood .
I swear to place the interests of my sisters and brothers above myself, to serve Ilaren with integrity, and to show bravery in times of fear. I further swear to faithfully support, protect, and defend my Priesthood and the citizens of Rharne against those that wish us harm.
May I always find courage in myself, strength in my sisters and brothers, and faith in Ilaren.”
Priesthood members are allowed to marry, though this is discouraged since a partnership and/or family is considered a distraction from the faction’s directive.
Within Rharne, the Thunder Priesthood are viewed as Ilaren’s eyes and ears. It is rumoured that they see all and know all through their network of sisters spread across the many regions of Idalos, and many Rharnians see them as the city’s champions and protectors. If the Lightning Knights are the city’s sword, then the Thunder Priesthood are the city’s shield.
The sisterhood is split into four branches, each with its own specialization. The Clerics oversee religion, the Healers provide medical aid to their sisters and the city, the Emissaries act as ambassadors for Rharne, and the Monks act as Ilaren’s personal agents. While the Priesthood in each branch have varying skillsets, the faction is widely known for its prowess in Unarmed Combat, regardless of specialization. All sisters are taught defensive combat skills in order to protect themselves and each other should the need arise.
A Thunder Priesthood can usually be recognized by her attire. Novitiates wear white robes, while Priesthood and above wear dark purple robes. Inside the Lightning Cathedral, the robes are always worn unless one is visiting or leaving. Outside the Lightning Cathedral, the robes are sometimes traded in for more practical clothing. Emissaries often choose to wear attire that aligns with the city they are visiting, whereas Monks tend to dress in leather armour and gear.
The Oath: Upon joining the Thunder Priesthood , a new member must swear an oath of allegiance to Ilaren and the sisterhood, in which she promises to place the mission and goals of the faction above her own self-interest. After the oath is sworn, the new member is required to complete the ritual with a shot of whiskey.
The oath is repeated as follows:
“I pledge an oath of loyalty to Ilaren and the Thunder Priesthood .
I swear to place the interests of my sisters and brothers above myself, to serve Ilaren with integrity, and to show bravery in times of fear. I further swear to faithfully support, protect, and defend my Priesthood and the citizens of Rharne against those that wish us harm.
May I always find courage in myself, strength in my sisters and brothers, and faith in Ilaren.”
Priesthood members are allowed to marry, though this is discouraged since a partnership and/or family is considered a distraction from the faction’s directive.
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