Erucaladism

Introduction to Erucaladism
Erucaladism worships the Obergott known in Sindarin as Erucalad. Traditionally followers of Erucaladism claim he created the Obergotter, and through them, the world. This claim originates from Erucalads revelation, a feircly guarded document that was provided by the Obergott himself. Erucalads revelation is a document through which the Obergott attempted to enlighten the sentient races of the greater universe. The document contains information about the Obergotter and about the world the races dwell on. Erucalads revelation claims that he, Erucalad, was the first Obergott. Many modern scholars however believe the Obergott was claiming to be the oldest living Obergott, rather than the original being of the universe.

Erucalad is a creative being, he takes pleasure in creativity, grandeur and sophistication. The mighty Obergott is worshiped through the erection of shrines, and mighty temples. In these temples the Obergott can be worshiped with music or the burning of offerings. It pleases the Obergott to further civilization and to this end his followers are committed. Followers of Erucaladism seek to preserve and develop civilized nations, however, groups that are deemed uncivilized and primitive must be enlightened. Enlightenment meaning that the barbarians must accept the Quincy faith and devote themselves to the construction of civilization. If they refuse to develop and do not acknowledge the existence of the Obergotter then conversion by the sword, while distasteful, is a viable course of furthering the barbarian civilization for their own good. A Holy War ends when the perpetrators acknowledge the existence of the Quincy pantheon (not conversion, but acknowledgement), and/or swear to cease uncivilized behavior. Despite the possibility for Holy War worshipers of Erucaladism support freedom of worship only going to such extremes when the barbarians are an abomination to the faith. Establishing Holy military orders is another means by which Erucalad may be glorified. These orders seek to further the Quincy Faith and dedicate their lives to a holy calling. By pleasing Erucalad one may receive his blessings and divine favor, one may be rewarded with prosperity, material gifts from heaven and glory.