Thakomism

Thakomism is a religion based on the teachings of Oth_Thakom, who wrote the book Spite of Grain. The book is the Founding Scripture of Thakomism and advocates for the abdication of wheat and foods made from the "lesser grain".

History
The origins of Thakomism date back to at least October, 2020. In the plains of Sparwood Minor where now sits New Loria City, Oth_Thakom built the Monastery Against Bread and wrote the book Spite of Grain.

The structure and the scriptures were found abandoned by settlers from the Kingdom of Tálor not long after. They saved copies of the sacret book. The Thakomist's first temple, however, was destroyed as New Loria City expanded.

As of April, 2022, the remaining followers of Oth_Thakom's scriptures organized the founding of the Thakomist Church.

Beliefs
The beliefs of Thakomism are based around the 6 pages of Spite of Grain. The scripture condemns the consumption of wheat, seen as the disease-ridden food of beasts, and foods made from it. Instead, it recommends a diet based on spicy tubers and meat as a way to ensure healthy bowels and breed stronger men.

Practices
Thakomists have a few traditions and practices.

The Parting
Every year on October 27th, Thakomists commemorate the departure of Oth_Thakom from the world with both mourning and celebration. As part of the week-long holiday, it is customary for Thakomists to consume only meat and wine. In addition, various activities are organized to celebrate their superior strength, such as the cow-lifting competition, where the man or woman who carries a cow on their back for the longest time wins it as a prize for The Parting's supper. During The Parting, it's also common for younger Thakomists to vandalize wheat farms near their homes.

Weddings
At weddings, as the Founding Scripture commands, the bride has to carry the groom in her arms to the altar. Should they fail, the bride has to be sacrificed, although that has never happened and the least conservative Thakomists advocate for forbidding the marriage instead. Thakomist families expect their younger women to engage in athletic activities just as much as their men so that they have the strength to carry her husband on their wedding day.