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Realms of lust 5.111/21/2023 Although technically speaking the Profitprophets were a Waukeenar sect, in fact they were a Lliiran sect from the time of their formation soon after the Time of Troubles until the factual return of Waukeen on the 24th of Nightal, 1370 DR. Prophitprophets - a Sembian sect of the Church of Waukeen which, following the Time of Troubles refused to believe that their deity was dead, even though at the time the Church of Waukeen was functionally a branch of the Church of Llira, and all Waukeenar (clergy of Waukeen) received their divine spells and abilities from Lliira.Their battle prowess caused their fellows in the church to both fear and respect them. Their duties included protecting Lliiran temples and battling with Loviatans. Scarlet Mummers: One of the church's first knightly orders, the Mummers were formed to avenge the murder of Lliira's High Revelmistress in Selgaunt.It had several honorary orders dedicated to celebrating excellence in dancing. The Church of Lliira had no knightly order until after the Time of Troubles, when High Revelmistress of the city of Selgaunt, Chlanna Asjros, was murdered by a local cult of Loviatar. Religious communities of Lliira were never known to be subservient to any other. Temples universally respected clergy members from other temples as envoys, often considering such visitations to be a cause for celebration. The Church of Lliira had no strictly organized hierarchy or chain of command. Eventually, many came to let go of them and fully embraced their new church's organization. When many members of the Church of Waukeen converted to the Lliiran faith after 1365 DR, some were reluctant to let go of their old titles. Revelmistress was also once a popular title for leaders among the clergy, but following the Time of Troubles it became outlawed by decree of the goddess herself. The clergy referred to each other as "Brother" or "Sister," while referring to themselves as the "True." Novices and laity in the church were referred to as the "Tested," while nonbelievers were known as the "Unseeing." Those who were leaders of temples were addressed as "Master" of Revels. From that year onward the specialty priests were distinguished by the title of "Joydancer." Titles Ĭlerics, mystics, specialty priests, and spellsingers in the Lliiran faith were all known as "Joybringers" until 1365 DR, when members of the clergy became confused by the naming scheme. A manifestation of Lliira to novice members of her clergy. But the greatest change to come about was the development of a strong regard for preserving personal freedoms. Members of the clergy became mildly more responsible and mercantile. The presence of the Waukeenar converts within the Church of Lliira gradually led to a mild toning down of hedonistic behavior. However, most members of the clergy considered the converts to be conservative bureaucrats that were gradually learning to "let go." Most converts from the Church of Waukeen sought to work within the wide boundaries of the Church of Lliira's expected behaviors and responsibilities, but considered themselves to be wiser than most members of the clergy and felt that their methods would ultimately prove the most effective in bringing happiness to the most people. įollowers of the church typically tried to avoid having any violence at their celebrations, especially any that led to bloodshed, as doing so would lead Lliira to withhold her blessing. Going so far as to invite their foes, outlaws, as well as exiled and shunned individuals to their festivals. If it was possible to provide amusement or comfort to a saddened individual, they would pursue it. They believed it was their duty to spread joy wherever and whenever possible, brightening the hearts and minds of individuals both inside and outside of their faith. They celebrated diversity and life in all its form, which often lead to acts of hedonism. Lliirans believed that every individual had an ability, potential and talent. Joydancer Mralaera Tretta of Saerloon, 1354 DR.
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