Church Of Light

Overview: Type: Primary Religious Institution Affiliation: Most Human Kingdoms in the East Main God: Ulin Stance on Magic: Slightly Anti-Magic   Beliefs and Teachings:   Ulin: The Church of Light worships Ulin, the god of gods, who represents light, justice, healing, and protection. Ulin is believed to have created the world, the heavenly planes, and other gods. Angels: Ulin commands a host of angels who do his bidding and pass on his divine messages. These angels are fierce warriors who fight demons and devils, preventing the rise of the Hells and the Abyss. Angels of the Celestial Court: Ruman, Adriel, Kezef, Zophiel, Mihr, Duma, Hecca, Liwet, Sanvi, and Esther. Sacred Texts: Followers of Ulin study and live by sacred texts. Monthly prayers and the protection and honor of family are key tenets.   Leadership and Structure:   Hierarchy: The Church of Light is led by a council of bishops, with two archbishops overseeing all. One archbishop oversees the Drarian Empire, and the other oversees the Kingdom's. Archbishop of the Drarian Empire: Archbishop Theophilus Archbishop of the Kingdom's: Archbishop Elysia   Crusading Orders:   Circle of Ash Largest Crusading Order: Approximately 1,423 members Leader: Goldgrim (Konstantin Hertfield) Founded: 875 Purpose: Purging heresy and corruption through fire and retribution Notable Actions: Led the OLC Thaumaturg Crusades to rid the lands of evil and unnatural magic   Order of Seraphim Smaller Order: Approximately 902 members Founding Grand Master: Gilles Yillingk Current Grand Master: Albert Baade Founded: 883 Purpose: Caring for the sick and weak, establishing hospitals and sanctuaries Partnership: Works closely with the Order of Saint-Maryr Hecca, a covenant of nuns   Sanguine Knights Membership: Approximately 564 troops Leader: Ronald Heidler Founded: 875 Purpose: Martial aspects of Ulin's teachings, focusing on justice and retribution   Order of Saint-Maryr Hecca Type: Covenant of Nuns Membership: Approximately 200 members Purpose: Dedicated to the spiritual and physical care of the community, providing healing and support Roles: Tending to the sick and injured, educating the young, and supporting other orders, especially the Order of Seraphim   Influence and Presence:   Geographic Reach: The Church of Light is mostly seen in the human kingdoms of the east. Role in Society: The Church plays a significant role in both spiritual and political life. It provides guidance, support, and protection to its followers, often influencing the laws and policies of the kingdoms it operates within.   Anti-Magic Stance:   Slightly Anti-Magic: The Church maintains a cautious stance towards magic, promoting divine power over arcane abilities. The crusading orders, especially the Circle of Ash and the Sanguine Knights, actively work to curb the influence of rogue mages and magical threats.   The Church of Light stands as a pillar of faith, justice, and protection in the human kingdoms, upholding the teachings of Ulin and ensuring the spiritual and physical well-being of its followers through its structured hierarchy and dedicated crusading orders.