The Book of Fesdros

Description
Below is the Book of Fesdros, the words of which were given to maloneyzach438 by Fesdros himself. It details first the mythology of Fesdros, and then goes into basic ordinances of the religion such as ways followers can worship Fesdros on their own, the spreading of Fesdros Worship, and more. Followers are encouraged to read the first five sections in order to understand what Fesdros worship is all about. Copies of the book are being sold in Mithusu, at the Lazy Corner Bookstore.

The Book of Fesdros
The Life of Fesdros

In the days of old there was a man named Fesdros. Fesdros was a very ambitious man. He was constantly trying to advance himself in life, thinking of schemes and business ventures. He grew up with his childhood friend Yldal, until Yldal found out that he was the son of the god of the sky, Baldir, making him a demigod. So Yldal left his friend and went adventuring to find his father, Fesdros was left behind. Somewhat jealous of Yldal and missing his beloved friend, he was tricked by spirits into making a deal that he could not keep his end of. He was turned into a monster with the top half of a human and the bottom half of a goat. Distraught, he went and found his old friend the demigod, and together with others that Yldal had met in his adventures waged war against the spirits. In the final battle the Spirit King was killed but Baldir, Yldal’s father, was slain. Yldal rose to godhood as the god of the sky and light, Fesdros inherited the ground Domain. In the years to come he and Yldal spent much time warring with the god of fate and light, Esdrol. Upon killing Esdril, they divided his attributes amongst themselves and returned to their respective domains. Fesdros has not waged war since then. Fesdros instead decided to use his control over the ground domain and the resources in the earth to enrich those who would follow him. In the time after defeating Esdril he grew to miss his dear friend again. But he could not see him for they were in separate domains, Yldal in the sky and Fesdros on the ground. In those days the ground was flat and far removed from the heavens. So Fesdros directed high mountains up to the sky so that he could fellowship with is dear friend, and to this day he and Yldal meet at the communal fire on Mount Fesdros to fellowship together every month.

The Character of Fesdros

Fesdros is the god of the earth, prosperity, wealth, and fate. He is a generous god to all of his followers. He loves to commune with his worshipers. His image is the upper half of a man and the lower half of a goat(four legs).

The Communal Flame

The communal flame is the center of Fesdros worship. It is where Fesdros and Yldal meet at the Appointment of the Gods. It is a beacon of wealth, prosperity, and fortune wherever it is taken. The communal flame can be divided. and anyone who lights a torch by the fires of the communal flame can take the prosperity of Fesdros with them.

Followers

Followers of Fesdros should have a torch taken from the communal flame in their homes adorned on either side by two flowers in a flower pot. This small shrine serves as a beacon of the prosperity of Fesdros and a guard against the twists of fate. Fesdros wishes to grant prosperity wealth and good fortune to all of his followers but cannot do so unless his followers invite his presence into their homes. Followers of Fesdros can also partake in the weekly sacrament to Fesdros and the monthly Appointment of the Gods ceremony. See rituals to find out about these things or ask your local priest.

The Appointment of the Gods

The Appointment of the Gods is the most important ritual in all of Fesdros Worship. Once a month Fesdros and Yldal meet on Mount Fesdros. It is the duty of all Fesdros worshipers to join them in their communion. The ritual itself consists of the reading of poems around the Communal Flame, the giving of offerings into the Communal Flame, as well as a feast, all of which will take place at the Atopolis Temple.

Priests

Priests are an extension of the high priest. After being trained by the High Priest, they are to found their own temples in the far reaches of Rathnir. They carry out the weekly sacraments to Fesdros for their local worshippers. They answer to and assist the High Priest in duties that he would need help in such as construction of a temple or seminary. The High Priest must wear green to all ceremonies. They also spread the prosperity of Fesdros. Priests can carry out marriages and funerals.

The High Priest

The High Priest, maloneyzach438, is the head of Fesdros Worship. Having a direct connection to Fesdros himself, the High Priest has the final word on all doctrinal issues within Fesdros worship. The High Priest carries out the duties of a priest in the Atopolis temple. He leads the Fesdros Worshippers in the Appointment of the Gods. He wears his purple robes at all times, and can bless anyone who asks with the prosperity of Fesdros.

The Temple

Temples to Fesdros should exist in every major city. All peoples of Rathnir should be able to have access to the prosperity given by Fesdros. Fesdros’ only preference when it comes to his temple's architecture is that they be solid. Temples should also have a fire built from the communal flame in an open area within the temple that has an open roof(like a courtyard).

Priest Training

A Priest must go to the High Priest to be taught the rituals that pertain to Fesdros at the Atopolis Temple.

Weekly Sacraments

Every week the Priest of Fesdros must renew his extension of the Communal Flame and drop a potion of strength on it to build up the fire again. Followers are encouraged to come to this, but it is not mandatory.