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Enesmai

~ 2.3M Enesmai is a slightly matriarchal henotheism. It is an organized religion which originated in Aiya and have spread to Wallqell. They believe in Tiiho, Protector of Life. Most homes have private shrines dedicated to her. Worship involves public sacrifices and holidays are very joyous. The clergy are both men and women, their function being as military leaders and teachers. Clergy is chosen by divine revelation and they are bound to live in a certain tree, the Sutnei, sutnei. There is one holy book, the Saoqwges. Coming of age: 17
The ritual involves a ceremonial fight with a prowler. Marriage is monogamous and happens after a prolonged courtship. Nonbelievers are discriminated against, sometimes turned away and thus fall prey to the prowlers.