The Path of Nature Druidism

The Path of Nature (Druidism)   This is the theology of choice for all Druids and most of the Statesman of Tower Rock. While the basis of this follows the respect of nature, keeping balance of civilization and nature is the ultimate goal. The primary deities are Mother Earth and Father Sky followed closely by the children they populated the world with consisting of the animal and plant gods/goddesses. Necromancy is an abomination to those who follow this theology and as a result death rites give in to cremation. All bodies are burned after death. In Tower Rock they have regular pyres at a solid stone crematorium. Several pedestals exist, one body to a pedestal for burning. Fires are set at sunset and ashes are collected at sunrise.   • Father Sky represents the arcane Astral, Ethereal, Eldritch, Mystical, Abjuration, Transmutation, Conjuration, Enchantment, Evocation, Divination, Necromancy, Illusion   • Mother Earth represents the divine Earth, Air, Water, Fire, Akasha (the five sisters), Shadow (The trinity),   • The Wave Sister goddess of the oceans   • The Mountain Brother god of Beasts (?)   The Animal Gods   This is the theological belief of the barbarians, all barbarians. It is believed animals have the essence of the god they represent, often considered a sub pantheon to The Path, those who follow this religion care for nature and the balance of the man vs wild. There is no hierarchy but most times a single person in a tribe (Druid or shaman) is the sole religious leader of the group. The following list of animal representations is not exhaustive by any means and some tribes add many animals to this list or even narrow it down to a single animal.   Phoenix - Rebirth through the destruction of the old. Some believe the sun represents the Phoenix   Stag - The constitution of man and Nature. It is a good omen to see a white stag.   Wolf - Hunting and strength of community. Some believe the moon is the eye of the wolf   Raven - Magic and mischief. It is believed by many that the dark moon is the Raven.   Griffon - Bravery and Leadership   Dragon - Mystery, power, intrigue and curiosity   Frog - Duality and wisdom   Shark - Hunting on the water and fear   Turtle - Patients and history   Dolphins - Friendship and communication   Humming Birds - Agility and Stability   Bat - Knowledge of the night   Bear - Strength   Owl – Knowledge   Tiger – Warrior, war courage   Falcon – Sky, air, flight and speed   Coi – Beauty, contemplation and art   Snow Owl – Adaptability, survival and change   Viper – Small warriors, poison,   Lotus flower – Beauty, spring and water, related to the sun   Oak Tree – Family, strength and home   Lion – Warrior, strength leadership   Voquuine – Strength, work, endurance   Weaselpig - Hunting, scent,