Ominous Mysteries

Key Ideas

The most common and powerful offshoot during the time of the monarchy, but now just another denomination. The awe of prophecy. The greatness of the Afterlife. "Death is a continuation of life."

Aesthetic

Dark colors. Pomp.

Time of Founding

Pre-Aloysius IV

Founder

The Grey Servant, the clergyman who petitioned to become a slave for access to prophetic drugs.

Patron Deities

The Lord first, The Death Keeper second, The Prismatic Sentry third, various deities fourth

Drug Policy

Historically, drugs were allowed for slaves & clergy. Now they are allowed for clergy and some laity.

Dietary Restrictions

Trembled Meat (in practice most laity ignore this restriction)

Worshipper Benefits

Worshippers don't fear death and look forward to exploring the afterlife.

Personal Growth

Mental peace. Interpretation of dreams. Meditation. Prayer.

Hierarchy

Clergy is hierarchical with large "middle management." Top leadership is largely figurehead; the real power is in individual congregations.

Worshipper Stipulations

Believe in modern clerical prophecy. Prepare for death and learn to navigate a very vivid and complicated afterlife.

Clerical Stipulations

In modern times, the clergy take on role of historical Prophetic Slaves. Clergy must be professional-level embalmers, as they are responsible for their flock's bodies when they die.

Notable Adherents

Karoda Kidwell Faith of origin.