The Restraint

The Tempered and Controlled - The Restraint Core Alignment: Lawful Controlling Domains: Order, Life, Light, Morality   The Restraint’s Gem has always been a simple and calm muted orange, more pastel than fire, and the being they formed was simple and genderless, as they looked at the world and tried to make sense of it. It wasn’t long before they found something interesting in the world, as the Source began to find the beauty of Aura in Kalio. The Restraint though, saw that even those gifted with Aura could find more power through their patience, their will, and a structure designed to help grow. And so began the first Monasteries of Kalio. The Restraint explored the inner power of the body, and showed that many people could unlock their aura through discipline and study, meditation, and a strict regime to help strengthen their mind. As they progressed further and further with their studies of the mortal body, the force of Ki and the mystical abilities it could create, even in a person with little to no Aura who followed the regimens created a great power within themselves, able to bypass the strength of magic with nothing but ones hand and natural weapons, as well as sometimes creating natural effects through the use of magic and Ki. When the War began, it was through the guidance of Restraint that many smaller villages survived, as he taught them to think and to defend themselves, using ones Ki to fight against the worst of monsters, and allowing even for peasants and farmers to fight to some degree. As the War raged on, more and more turned to the guidance of Restraint, and monasteries began to emerge following different variations of the Restraint’s teachings to deal with the impending darkness. Modern Mantle Holders often struggle with their need for internal balance, but are often pulled towards stories of people who are in desperate need of direction or guidance. The Restraint’s followers and faithful usually follow a Philosophy of understanding and meditation, even if they aren't actively attempting to learn to use Ki for martial purposes, the study and practice of Ki techniques is often used by healers, commoners, and many beyond hoping to being a touch more of a healthy lifestyle to their days.             Core Tenants of the Faith surrounding the Restraint: • Mind the World, but do not Mind its actions. Do not fix yourself upon early judgments and emotion. It is a beings nature to do so, for survival, but it leads to becoming lost on a path never intended. An open kind will lead to clear sight about the paths ahead. • Maintain your presence, and keep an awareness of your surroundings. Pay detail to your actions, and take pleasure in even the smallest acts. Be present in your moment, and carry nothing of moments past besides the lessons they teach. • Your Body and Mind seek to be in harmony. Understand patience and stillness for all it has to offer, but engage the world as a child, for you have much to learn and can benefit from wonder.