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>[!infobox|n-th right wtiny]
>###### <font size="+2">[[Cathedral Layout snowy.webp|Church of Mytheria]]</font>
>![[Cathedral Layout snowy.webp|cover hm-sm p+c]]
> #### Appearances
>| <!-- -->| <!-- -->|
>|:-:|:-:|
>|[The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md)|[S1E1, 16, 17] and [S2E1]|
>|[Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md)|? and S1E14|
>| <!-- -->| <!-- -->|
>|:-:|:-:|
>|Location|[The Pale City](The%20Pale%20City.md)|
>|Deity|[Mytheria](Mytheria.md)|
>[!info|clean no-i no-t wmed]
>
> **[Hub](Hub.md) / [Verum](Verum.md) / [Corvanis](Corvanis.md) / [The Pale City](The%20Pale%20City.md)**
># Church of Mytheria
>The Church of Mytheria is located in [The Pale City](The%20Pale%20City.md) and is the central hub for the faithful. They worship [Mytheria](Mytheria.md), her teachings, and the guidance of those she left in charge. The Church was the dominant power on the continent of [Corvanis](Corvanis.md) for the last 400 years; however the churches power has been waning over the last 40 years for an unknown reason.
>
>The church is divided into a number of sects divided in purpose. There are 3 major functional sects: [The Shield of Mytheria](The%20Shield%20of%20Mytheria.md), [The Sword of Mytheria](The%20Sword%20of%20Mytheria.md), and [The Eye of Mytheria](The%20Eye%20of%20Mytheria.md). Each of these sect bears the motif of the iron triangle _(Bound and Broken Episode 17)_. The minor sects are the Silver Guard, the Lightborn (adventurers).
>
>All sects and followers answer to the highest authority, the [High Priestess](High%20Priestess.md) and her heir, [The Maiden](The%20Maiden.md).
>
>Most people in [Corvanis](Corvanis.md) worship Mytheria, aside from apostates and [foreigners](Foreigner.md). Her followers are predominantly [Human](Verum/Races/Human.md), [Half-Breed](Half-Breed.md), and [Halfling](Verum/Races/Halfling.md).
>
>Recently, the zealous Sect of the [Inquisition](Corvanis/Factions/Church%20of%20Mytheria/The%20Inquisition.md) has been revitalized in the wake of encroaching darkness all across Corvanis _([The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) S2E1)_
>
>The Holy Texts are written in old Eastern Corvan, and cannot be read by most.
### History
About 500 years ago, Mytheria, a powerful mortal, found herself mortally wounded halfway through her campaign to conquer the continent of [Corvanis](Corvanis.md) to free it from demonkind. In order to survive, she made the difficult decision to ascend, leaving her country and church in the hands of her chosen ones and their descendants. With Mytheria's guidance, her church successfully subjugated the land of [Corvanis](Corvanis.md), establishing dominance and driving most other religions to a sparse following. However, for reasons yet unknown, certain deities, including Babylon, were completely cut off from the region.
Fast forward to 40 years ago to the aftermath of the Prismatic Trials, a significant event where the enemy and the forces of chaos were sealed away by the heroic efforts of [Kalkatesh's](Kalkatesh.md) champions. Meanwhile, on the distant continent of [Corvanis](Corvanis.md), the once mighty [Church of Mytheria](Church%20of%20Mytheria.md) experienced a sudden downfall, losing its tyrannical grip on power. The continent was thrown into chaos as various entities, be they political or otherwise, sought to fill the power vacuum left behind by the crumbling church. Among them were followers of other deities, like [Oloken'hai](Oloken'hai.md), who began appearing in [Corvanis](Corvanis.md), attempting to spread their influence.
For centuries, the rule across the continent of [Corvanis](Corvanis.md) had been that salvation could be found in Mytheria's light. Her church, serving as the savior and protector of [Corvanis](Corvanis.md), had upheld her holy [[Litanies]] and stood as a stalwart against the encroaching darkness. However, unrest began to stir within the light itself. Mytheria's voice became scarce, if heard at all, and a sense of uncertainty permeated the continent. Though rarely spoken aloud, doubts began to erode faith. Opportunistic individuals within [Corvanis](Corvanis.md) sought to seize power, either by rebelling against the church, acting out of misguided intentions, or arriving from foreign lands with unknown agendas. Their actions threatened to damn the souls of the continent.
Yet, in the face of these challenges, the [The Church of Mytheria](Church%20of%20Mytheria.md) refused to falter. Its strength within the light would be renewed. And so, the story begins in [The Pale City](The%20Pale%20City.md), a hub of the church's influence. Despite recent rebellions, demonic sightings, and other concerns across the continent, recruitment in the city had never been an issue. However, the current state of unrest prompted the holy one to call for additional recruitment efforts. [The Church of Mytheria](Church%20of%20Mytheria.md) initiated several programs aimed at building a formidable fighting force.
### Religious Views
- The Day of Light is a Holy Day dedicated to worship (occurs on Wednesdays).
- Smoking is somewhat frowned upon, but allowed (Bound and Broken Ep. 8/The Dark Sermon Ep. 2)
- Given recent undead events, Cremation is currently preferred to honor the faithful dead.
- The use of most magic is Heretical. Overuse of magic interferes with the natural ley lines, spawning destructive creatures such as demons and fey which are a great threat to the people. Additionally, [Exposure](Exposure.md) generated from using magic resonates with accursed objects and regions to the detriment of the people. Therefore, magic users and beings with high exposure must be judged as Apostates.
- The Dream is not known in Corvanis, and its discussion is considered heretical. They believe the faithful become one with the light of Mytheria _(Court of Curses S2)_
### Litanies
>[!info|no-i clean]- **[1st Litany](1st%20Litany.md)**
>>[!infobox|left]
>> ![[Smiling Knight.webp]]
>> # [Smiling Knight](Smiling%20Knight.md)
>
>>#### [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Lore%20and%20Transcripts/Ancients%20and%20Ages/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) Ep 1
>>"Oh b[](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md)children was a simple one. **Wherever there is darkness, light must also be. Light defeats darkness, it squelches it, burns it, banishes it! When the light be bright enough the shadows themselves are abandoned, but pay heed, for Mytheria's wisdom in this litany teaches us another lesson. For no matter how bright the light that we might burn there is always shadow. Our work is never truly done, your journey does not end until your death! One is never done with faith, one is never complete until the end.** Take heed upon this lesson, take firm upon this, and know this first litany teaches us that light defeats darkness, but that darkness is ever present and hold fast thy vigilance. Stand all and be seen by the light of Mytheria, raise your heads, lift your eyes and gaze. Let it flow over you. Do not fear it for only the guilty fear the light. Let my light be my guide, gaze upon me and know truth as it shines within! "
>[!column|no-i clean static wm-tl txt-c]- **[2nd Litany](2nd%20Litany.md)**
>>[!info|clean no-i no-t]
>>![[Smiling Knight.webp|hs-med]]
>>##### [Smiling Knight](Smiling%20Knight.md)
>>>#### [The Brass Tax](The%20Brass%20Tax.md) Ep 6
>>>"Thy traveler has been found succor shall be given, food and drink shared is all the sweeter."
>>>
>
>>[!info|clean no-i no-t]
>>![[Instructor Luppy.webp|hs-med]]
>>##### [Instructor Luppy](Instructor%20Luppy.md)
>>>#### [Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Lore%20and%20Transcripts/Ancients%20and%20Ages/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) Ep 1
>>>"Let [](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md)'s light, her might was guided, tempered by her wisdom, but remember that even the wisdom of Mytheria is not at it's upmost usefulness when viewed alone. There is wisdom in all and wisdom in many, but be warned that there is a great lie in wisdom, for the apostate, the liar, the deviler, the evil can use that wisdom against you. It can be used for insipid tactics, be used for terrible crimes. For no greater harm has ever been done that was not done with good intention..."
>[!info|no-i clean]- **[3rd Litany](3rd%20Litany.md)**
>>[!infobox|left]
>> ![[Kylos Scepter.webp]]
>> # [Kylos Scepter](Kylos%20Scepter.md)
>
>>#### [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Lore%20and%20Transcripts/Ancients%20and%20Ages/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) Ep 1
>>"The [](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) importance of might, that **might is right**, and only the righteous can have it. It is important that we remember that the might of Mytheria is one conjured within herself. One that each of us possess within each other...Only the truly mighty can be truly kind for they need nothing in return. This is a lesson that you must remember that what you use your might for is for the good of all."
- The Fifth Litany- You shall be shown what you have done. "Oh light of Mytheria, shine down upon the worthy. Dispel lies and wickedness. And within your holy continence, might we know the truth. Might we know the guilt of this man. Might we know what your will shall be."
- The Sixth Litany- The Litany of Witness-character witnesses may speak within Mytheria's light
- The x Litany: Let thee that are given, be given back. Let mercy guide thy hand, let the wicked burn, and the righteous stand within the light.
- In the face of accusations of heresy, it is the duty of the enforcer of Mytheria to follow the Litany of Accusation, The Litany of Evidence, then the accused must speak their truth before Mytheria's light with the accusers present (fourth litany?). (Sagas and Solace ep 11)
### Appropriate Judgements for Apostates:
1) Put to Death (Burned at the stake or beheaded)
2) Undergo an Extremely risky surgery to remove their magic core by using holy water and silvers.
3) Rule of Four: Give up four other apostates to the church. Then once the others are found and sentenced, the apostate must be branded, join the church and perform duties at the church’s discretion.
4) Trial by Combat _(loosely based off Saint Malekai’s interpretation of the word of Mytheria, Law of Blood, but Many Do Not accept this option as canonical scripture)_ (The Brass Tax)
### Points of Interest
[The Pale City](The%20Pale%20City.md) is her holy city at the heart of the faithful, located in Northeast [Corvanis](Corvanis.md)
There is a winged statue of Mytheria smiling to the visitors of the [Frozen Flower Inn](Frozen%20Flower%20Inn.md). This statue melts the snow that lands upon it, giving her an imposing, storm-washed appearance.
### Old Tenants
- _Be delivered on to you what I also received, the Light of Mytheria, which purges all sin.
Your task is to Know the Apostate, Kill the Apostate, for only the Coward seeks Compromise.
Stray not from the Light of Salvation, and Heed Not the Wispers of the Faithless.
With Faith as your shield, Condemn the Damned to their Reward.
Do not shy from the hopeless fight, to endeavor is its own reward,
and it is better to die for Mytheria, than live for yourself.
It is in Her light, All shall find Salvation_
- Educate men without Faith, and you only create clever devils
- But if we walk in the Light as She Herself is the Light, we have fellowship with one another, and by the Light cleansed from all sin.
- "It is the right of the strong to oppress the weak."
### Player Characters
##### [The Shield of Mytheria](The%20Shield%20of%20Mytheria.md)
- _[Ariel Ward](Ariel%20Ward.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Charles Amberkeep](Charles%20Amberkeep.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Kaden McQuiod](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/Rise%20of%20the%20Risen/Kaden%20McQuiod.md) from [Rise of the Risen](Rise%20of%20the%20Risen.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Telry Lanternbridge](Telry%20Lanternbridge.md) from [Sagas and Solace](Sagas%20and%20Solace.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Ginny Lanternbridge](Ginny%20Lanternbridge.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
##### [The Sword of Mytheria](The%20Sword%20of%20Mytheria.md)
- _[Gideon Tarrow](Gideon%20Tarrow.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Micha'el Grace](Micha'el%20Grace.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Telry Lanternbridge](Telry%20Lanternbridge.md) from [Sagas and Solace](Sagas%20and%20Solace.md) (Formerly)_
##### [The Eye of Mytheria](The%20Eye%20of%20Mytheria.md)
- _[Thorne Saltspire](Thorne%20Saltspire.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md)_
- _[Farryn](Farryn%20Inkholdt.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Mythos Thirain](Mythos%20Thirain.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[J.J. Silva](J.J.%20Silva.md) from [Bound and Broken](Bound%20and%20Broken.md) (Formerly)_
- _[IV](IV.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Yagûl Enkalad](Yagûl%20Enkalad.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
##### [[Corvanis/Factions/Church of Mytheria/The Inquisition]]
- _[Ariel Ward](Ariel%20Ward.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Charles Amberkeep](Charles%20Amberkeep.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Farryn](Farryn%20Inkholdt.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Gideon Tarrow](Gideon%20Tarrow.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Ginny Lanternbridge](Ginny%20Lanternbridge.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Micha'el Grace](Micha'el%20Grace.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Mythos Thirain](Mythos%20Thirain.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Thorne Saltspire](Thorne%20Saltspire.md) from [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md)_
- _[Axel Duskmoor](Axel%20Duskmoor.md) from [Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md)_
- _[Darrell Darkslate](Darrell%20Darkslate.md) from [Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md)_
- _[Fulgrim Krus](Fulgrim%20Krus.md) from [Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md)_
- _[Moss Durgurmen](Moss%20Durgurmen.md) from [Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md)_
#### Followers
- _[Brendan](Brendan%20Ironheart.md) from [Sins of the Father](Sins%20of%20the%20Father.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Roy](Roy.md) from [The Brass Tax](The%20Brass%20Tax.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Gramr](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/Rise%20of%20the%20Risen/Gramr%20Crakor.md) from [Rise of the Risen](Rise%20of%20the%20Risen.md)_
- _[Moss Durgurmen](Moss%20Durgurmen.md) from [Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Axel Duskmoor](Axel%20Duskmoor.md) from [Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md) (Formerly)_
- _[Fulgrim Krus](Fulgrim%20Krus.md) from [Saints and Sinners](Saints%20and%20Sinners.md) (Formerly)_
# Key NPCs
>[!cards|3]
>![[Weeping Knight.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[The Weeping Knight](Weeping%20Knight.md)**
>
>![[Smiling Knight.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[The Smiling Knight](Smiling%20Knight.md)**
>
>![[Watchful Knight.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Watchful Knight](Watchful%20Knight.md)**
>
>![[Alfonse Ice-Eyes.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Inquisitor Alfonse Ice-Eyes](Inquisitor%20Alfonse%20Ice-Eyes.md)**
>
>![[Proctor Lanternbridge.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Proctor Lanternbridge](Proctor%20Lanternbridge.md)**
>
>![[Inquisitor Trent.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Inquisitor Trent](Inquisitor%20Trent.md)**
>
>![[Carlos Cast.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[[Inquisitor Carlos Cast]]**
>
>![[John_Carter.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Captain John Carter](John%20Carter.md)**
>
>![[Saint Altressa.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Saint Altressa](Corvanis/NPCs/Church%20of%20Mytheria/Saint%20Altressa.md)**
>>The Grand Knights (Weeping, Smiling, Watchful, Hateful, Resting)
>>[High Priestess](High%20Priestess.md)
>>[The Maiden](The%20Maiden.md)
>>[Saint Thomas](Penance%20of%20Saint%20Thomas.md)
>>[[Magister Molok Blackteeth]]
### Instructors of The Church of Mytheria
The Instructors were the first seen of the Instructors by [The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md), in Episode 1. They were used in pairs, one to test the students, and one to check to see who was worthy the blessings of their Sect in the [Church of Mytheria](Church%20of%20Mytheria.md).
>[!cards|3]
> ![[Instructor Porter.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
> **[Instructor Porter](Instructor%20Porter.md)**
> **Shield of Mytheria**
>
>![[Instructor Tunt.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
> **[Instructor Tunt](Instructor%20Tunt.md)**
> **Shield of Mytheria**
>
> ![[Instructor Luppy.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
> **[Instructor Luppy](Instructor%20Luppy.md)**
> **Eye of Mytheria**
>
> ![[Atestor Mordechai.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
> **[Atestor Mordechai](Atestor%20Mordechai.md)**
> **Eye of Mytheria**
>
> ![[Instructor Mammo.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
> **[Instructor Mammo](Instructor%20Mammo.md)**
> **Sword of Mytheria**
>
>![[Kylos Scepter.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
> **[Kylos Scepter](Kylos%20Scepter.md)**
> **Shield of Mytheria**
#####
### The Lanternbridge Family
>[!cards|5]
>
>![[Ginny.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[[Ginny Lanternbridge]]**
>
>![[Telry Lanternbridge S2.png|p+r sban hs-med]]
>**[Telry Lanternbridge](Telry%20Lanternbridge.md)**
>
>![[Proctor Lanternbridge.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Proctor Lanternbridge](Proctor%20Lanternbridge.md)**
>
>![[Hill Lanternbridge.webp|center static hs-med]]
>**[Hill Lanternbridge](Hill%20Lanternbridge.md)**
>
>![[lanternbridge-family.webp|center static hs-med]]
>**Lanternbridge Family Painting**
### Misc NPCs By [Waymaker](Waymaker.md)
>[!cards|4]
>
>![[Silver Guard Accuser.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Silver Guard Accuser](Silver%20Guard%20Accuser.md)**
>
>![[Silver Guard Arbiter.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Silver Guard Arbiter](Silver%20Guard%20Arbiter.md)**
>
>![[Silver Guard Redeemer.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Silver Guard Redeemer](Silver%20Guard%20Redeemer.md)**
>
>![[Veteran Vanguard of Mytheria.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Veteran Vanguard of Mytheria](Veteran%20Vanguard%20of%20Mytheria.md)**
>
>
>[!cards|4]
>![[Veteran Hand of Mytheria.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Veteran Hand of Mytheria](Veteran%20Hand%20of%20Mytheria.md)**
>
>![[Mytherian Shield 03.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Veteran Hand of Mytheria](Veteran%20Hand%20of%20Mytheria.md)**
>
>![[Mytherian Shield 02.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Veteran Hand of Mytheria](Veteran%20Hand%20of%20Mytheria.md)**
>
>![[Shield-Captain Rota Caress.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Shield-Captain Rota Caress](Shield-Captain%20Rota%20Caress.md)**
>[!cards|4]
>
>![[Seeker of Mytheria.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Seeker of Mytheria](Seeker%20of%20Mytheria.md)**
>
>![[Veteran Silencer of Mytheria.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Veteran Silencer of Mytheria](Veteran%20Silencer%20of%20Mytheria.md)**
>
>![[Veteran Seeker of Mytheria.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**[Veteran Seeker of Mytheria](Veteran%20Seeker%20of%20Mytheria.md)**
>
>![[Mytherian Eye 04.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>**Captain Fairhands (Coast of Souls)**
>
>![[Mist Twin Weapon.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>
>![[Mist Knight Spear.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>
>![[Censer Knight Mace.webp|p+t sban hs-med]]
>>[!info|no-i clean]- <font color="#aa060c">Church Views on Sex, and other Spoilers (Sensitive Topics and Spoilers)</font>
>> - The Church is overall a Matriarchy- the highest positions are held by women (Mytheria the Goddess, The High Priestess, and The Maiden)
>> - Sex is viewed as a sacred duty to carefully produce the next generation, not sinful or distasteful as long as apostates aren't made
>> - At church-run brothels, the [The Shield of Mytheria](The%20Shield%20of%20Mytheria.md) anoint maidens to prevent the spread of disease, and make the most use of the limited contraceptive supplies
>> - Men must be tested for magical bloodlines to prevent sorcerers from being born from priestesses
>> - Controlled Coupling to drive men to prove themselves and serve the church
>> - Requires paperwork to sanctify coupling and pursue reproductive relationships
>> - Through these views on relationships, offering healthcare and protection, gaining popular support from answering calls to purge demons, and offering free brothel services, The Church was able to devastate competition and gain a stranglehold on the continent for centuries.
>> - The Church favors coupling pairs with [Blanks](Blank.md), as the children of blanks do not have magic regardless of the magical bloodline of the other parent.
>> - Married people become full citizens and gain more rights after sanctified marriage, such as owning land
>> - Collared people are generally unable/disallowed to breed
>> - the brothels have means of detecting apostacy to prevent magical bloodlines from breeding
>>[!info|no-i clean]- <font color="#aa060c">Church and Mytheria Spoilers</font>
>>
>> - Mytheria may be dead, unable to be contacted ([The Dark Sermon](Corvanis/Lore%20and%20Transcripts/Ancients%20and%20Ages/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md)Episode 6)
>> - Mytheria may be reincarnated as a chained succ[](Corvanis/Parties/Completed%20Campaigns/The%20Dark%20Sermon/The%20Dark%20Sermon.md)lace.md) Season 2)
>> - Mytheria is located in the Demon Wastes ([Bound and Broken](Bound%20and%20Broken.md) S2E17 and [The Silver Star](The%20Silver%20Star.md))
>> - Secret-there are 5 grand knights and 5 maidens
>> - Mytherians go to the dream, but there is a secret in how they get there