The basic essentials of the Arkanoj Religion/Mythology:
There is no single, specific and named 'God' deity in the Arkan mythos. Rather than a single 'god', the Arkans have 6 representations, seperate pieces of the whole 'god' much like how limbs are a part of the body. Each representation watches over 4 Aspects. Out of all the Representations, only one has any shred of mercy, the rest finding it as an unneeded thought. Though there are 6 Representations, two are worshipped but never spoken of unless in prayer, and will thus not be mentioned here either.
Sheraya - The First Representation, controls the Aspects of Mercy, Fate, Life, and Power. Sheraya is the most highly revered representation, believed to of been the mother of the Arkan people. Not content with birthing her children to greatness, she made them weak and frail, wanting to see them fight from the lowest to become the highest. During the birth of the Arkan people though, interference from Trevkon and Belvik made her children mostly out of magic's reach. Those that can use the power are seen as evil and untrustworthy, often killed or exiled. "Sheraya's Dream" is a common phrase heard, effectively their variant of "Good Luck" or "Fortune be with you". Sheraya watches but rarely acts, usually sending an angel of some kind, which is as far as she'll interfere.
Trevkon - The Second Representation, controls the Aspects of Doom, Death, Wealth, and Reputation. Trevkon is considered a lost representations, as only two of her aspects are ever considered. Very few Arkans hold wealth, and they tend to praise other representations for whatever reputation the Arkan may have earned. She is often seen as an evil or malicious entity, though she is closer to a neutral being. "Trevkon's Pits" refers to any dark, secluded area such as caves, but is more often used to speak of graves. All things undead tend to be called Rikvets to show their defiance to her power, though a second name is added before or after depending on what type of undead. "Trevkon's Shadow chases you" is another phrase bearing her name, used as a praise for how Death has not yet taken the receiver.
Asanakar - The Third Representation, controls the Aspects of Ferocity, The Wilderness, Darkness, and all things Unknown. He is commonly seen as the creator of all animals of land, sea, and air. In compliance with Sheraya's wish, he made sure that all of his creations could efficiently remove the life of one or more of the Arkan people, as they would need increasingly harder game to test themselves against before they were the most feared and strongest of the land. Often referred to as the 'Holy demon', for even though he has created a world of severities for the Arkans, they acknowledge his intentions and see them as good. As well, he is who gave the Arkans their ability to fly into a rage, giving one the strength of three if they could reach this point. He is often shorted to the first four or last four letters of his name in common speech, the two most common phrases being "Asan shelter you", used as a suggestion to wait until dark, as well as "Akar persevere", a common war cry of sorts as an asking for his ferocity in the fight to come. Many hunters and beast tamers will name their most powerful pets after this Representation, believing that he will watch through the animals eyes and bring victory.
The Kien are considered to be the closest to an Avatar that Asanakar has, a six legged species similar in shape to a wooly mammoth, the smallest ones towering over eight feet in height. These massive beasts travel in herds and even killing a baby will often take 3 or 4 Arkan tribes for just that one.
Belvik - The Fifth Representation, controlling the Aspects of Wisdom, Bravery, Magic, and Betrayal.
The closest thing to an 'ultimate evil' in the Representations, as Belvik tore Arkans from magic's grasp during the creation time. Though he instills traits desired by many, that of being a wise and brave fighter or leader, It isn't unusual to hear these aspects be given thanks to another representation, with Sheraya for Wisdom and Asanakar for Bravery. Those born with magic are often not even called Arkan, but instead 'Belvirn', or Belvik-born. If someone is branded (quite literally) a traitor, this representation's symbol is commonly used as the brand. There are no phrases or statements that invoke his name unless they are insulting or derogatory by nature, as it is effectively comparing someone to The First Traitor.
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