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	\|'''Worshippers''' \|\| ~~patriarchs~~, poets, romantics, duelists, protectors		\|'''Worshippers''' \|\| Patriarchs, poets, romantics, duelists, protectors
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	==History in Avendar==		==History in Avendar==

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	=====The Artists of the Rose=====		=====The Artists of the Rose=====
	''"Actually... I wrote this just for you."''		:''"Actually... I wrote this just for you."''

	:Music, painting, and poetry hold particular value to Artists of the Rose, as these can illuminate feelings, truths, and insights that common encounters lack. Many travel Avendar in search of inspiration, as the experiences that touch their own hearts, in turn, touch others'. Often, these experiences relate to the art of courtship, infatuation, or the turmoil of interpersonal entanglements. Much as Aeoleri praised [[Alil]]'s beauty and keen wit, so do Artists gravitate toward similar and extravagant expressions to their own of lovers. Some might describe them as hopeless romantics, although an Artist would rarely live any other way. Often eschewing conflict, Artists will still raise their swords if the emotions they seek to preserve are threatened. Popular among adventurers, most walks, including a spate of dove-like [[Champions of Avendar]], have chosen this path.		Music, painting, and poetry hold particular value to Artists of the Rose, as these can illuminate feelings, truths, and insights that common encounters lack. Many travel Avendar in search of inspiration, as the experiences that touch their own hearts, in turn, touch others'. Often, these experiences relate to the art of courtship, infatuation, or the turmoil of interpersonal entanglements. Much as Aeoleri praised [[Alil]]'s beauty and keen wit, so do Artists gravitate toward similar and extravagant expressions to their own of lovers. Some might describe them as hopeless romantics, although an Artist would rarely live any other way. Often eschewing conflict, Artists will still raise their swords if the emotions they seek to preserve are threatened. Popular among adventurers, most walks, including a spate of dove-like [[Champions of Avendar]], have chosen this path.

	=====The Order of the Silver Sword=====		=====The Order of the Silver Sword=====
	''"Villain! Stand down, lest I make short work of you!"''		:''"Villain! Stand down, lest I make short work of you!"''

	:The martial arm of the [[Litiryan Priesthood]], the Order of the Silver Sword composed of gallant warriors and templar. Protectors of innocence, they often risk their lives for the good of others. This protection, however, comes with an almost storybook flourish; a typical member of the Order pays special attention to both his appearance, and perhaps secondarily, his actual skill. Silver Swords often find themselves keeping company with those for whom they have amorous intentions. Although common images often depict men protecting women, there is no real aversion to other sorts of pairings as well (as the aelin largely appreciate all forms of attraction). Although they will at times take up an active pursuit of evil, a dedicant of the Order is most easily roused to defense, especially when the subjects of his affection are involved.		The martial arm of the [[Litiryan Priesthood]], the Order of the Silver Sword composed of gallant warriors and templar. Protectors of innocence, they often risk their lives for the good of others. This protection, however, comes with an almost storybook flourish; a typical member of the Order pays special attention to both his appearance, and perhaps secondarily, his actual skill. Silver Swords often find themselves keeping company with those for whom they have amorous intentions. Although common images often depict men protecting women, there is no real aversion to other sorts of pairings as well (as the aelin largely appreciate all forms of attraction). Although they will at times take up an active pursuit of evil, a dedicant of the Order is most easily roused to defense, especially when the subjects of his affection are involved.

	=====The Magistrates of the Runil=====		=====The Magistrates of the Runil=====
	''"Brothers and sisters! What a world we shall create!"''		:''"Brothers and sisters! What a world we shall create!"''

	:Charismatics of particular renown often find themselves regarded as Magistrates of the Runil. Named after the [[runil]], a tool of aelin judges, the category has its origins in legendary justices of the ancient aelin courts. Colorful and upstanding, what separates a Magistrate from demagoguery is their unrelenting dedication to maintaining both professional and institutional purity; all things that they endorse are intended for righteous ends. More contemporary Magistrates are no longer confined to judicial rulings or aristocracies, and instead take the role of respected merchants and lawmen. Although they may work in concert with the Sons and Daughters of [[Jolinn]], a Magistrate is far more likely to be surrounded by a cult of personality. As a result, those chosen officially have often proven resilient to even the most potent of temptations. To be named a Magistrate is typically considered the crowning glory in recognition of societal success.		Charismatics of particular renown often find themselves regarded as Magistrates of the Runil. Named after the [[runil]], a tool of aelin judges, the category has its origins in legendary justices of the ancient aelin courts. Colorful and upstanding, what separates a Magistrate from demagoguery is their unrelenting dedication to maintaining both professional and institutional purity; all things that they endorse are intended for righteous ends. More contemporary Magistrates are no longer confined to judicial rulings or aristocracies, and instead take the role of respected merchants and lawmen. Although they may work in concert with the Sons and Daughters of [[Jolinn]], a Magistrate is far more likely to be surrounded by a cult of personality. As a result, those chosen officially have often proven resilient to even the most potent of temptations. To be named a Magistrate is typically considered the crowning glory in recognition of societal success.

	==Individual Followers==		==Individual Followers==

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	==History in Avendar==		==History in Avendar==
	One of the earliest civilizations to rise in the wake of the [[Sundering]] was that of the [[aelin]]. Upon their characteristic wings, they took to the skies above the Ialiedae mountains and claimed a great, floating disc as the sanctuary of their people. This city, [[Ilodaiya]], would become the epicenter for their emerging empire. Although they had great potential, petty in-fighting and social maneuvering threatened to strangle their civilization in its crib. This conflict of the soul drew the attention of Aeoleri, a thereto unknown deity. He appeared at the center of their imperial court, and offered a solution to their struggle: guilt. This, he said, would guide their conscience true in the face of all adversity. Order came by way of his first chosen, and through their artifice laid the groundwork for the shame society which underpins aelin life.		One of the earliest civilizations to rise in the wake of the [[Sundering]] was that of the [[aelin]]. Upon their characteristic wings, they took to the skies above the Ialiedae mountains and claimed a great, floating disc as the sanctuary of their people. This city, [[Ilodaiya]], would become the epicenter for their emerging empire. Although they had great potential, petty in-fighting and social maneuvering threatened to strangle their civilization in its crib. This conflict of the soul drew the attention of Aeoleri, a thereto unknown deity. A servitor deity of [[Jolinn]], he appeared at the center of their imperial court, and offered a solution to their struggle: guilt. This, he said, would guide their conscience true in the face of all adversity. Order came by way of his first chosen, and through their artifice laid the groundwork for the shame society which underpins aelin life.

	Aeoleri himself emerged as a charismatic, unifying voice, and he encouraged the canonization of the aelin houses, the character of each based upon an iconic ancestor. Doing so, he told them, would create stable lineages to cling to. To facilitate this change, his chosen developed and popularized the arcane marriage process which persists to the present. Of course, the aelin had another, previous goddess, [[Alil]], whose worship was thoroughly ingrained in the collective aelin consciousness; Aeoleri saw this as both a challenge and an opportunity. According to common mythology, he made overture after overture to win the affection of the goddess, to no avail. Finally, he lit the constellation Lavetiae above the high city, and when the goddess beheld her sign in the night sky, her heart was won.		Aeoleri himself emerged as a charismatic, unifying voice, and he encouraged the canonization of the aelin houses, the character of each based upon an iconic ancestor. Doing so, he told them, would create stable lineages to cling to. To facilitate this change, his chosen developed and popularized the arcane marriage process which persists to the present. Of course, the aelin had another, previous goddess, [[Alil]], whose worship was thoroughly ingrained in the collective aelin consciousness; Aeoleri saw this as both a challenge and an opportunity. According to common mythology, he made overture after overture to win the affection of the goddess, to no avail. Finally, he lit the constellation Lavetiae above the high city, and when the goddess beheld her sign in the night sky, her heart was won.

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	==Individual Followers==		==Individual Followers==
			Aeoleri attracts a surprising variety of supplicants considering the specificity of his cultural focus. What they share is the impression of being a grand figure in some epic drama, bringing a breath of the fantastic to the dreary and mundane. This storybook quality tends to empower them, giving them a sense of agency and courage, rather than helplessness, in the face of [[Avendar]]'s many evils. Their variety of aesthetic pursuits, enthusiasm, and personal charm can make them polarizing figures, loved by those who accept them, and despised by those who judge them wanting. The purity of their intentions and the quick wit with which they express them are both their sword and shield; the looming shadow of guilt, both real and imagined, is their shroud. Generally speaking, Aeoleri's appreciation for martial traditions makes his banner attractive to protector and duelist alike. Conversely, his aesthetic ideals appeal to musicians, poets, and artists.

	Aeoleri ~~attracts a surprising variety of supplicants considering~~ the ~~specificity of his cultural focus~~. ~~What they share is the impression of being~~ a ~~grand figure~~ in ~~some epic drama~~, ~~bringing a breath of the fantastic to the dreary~~ and ~~mundane~~. ~~This storybook quality tends to empower them~~, giving ~~them~~ a ~~sense~~ of ~~agency~~ and ~~courage~~, ~~rather than helplessness, in~~ the ~~face~~ of ~~Avendar's many evils. Their variety of aesthetic pursuits~~, ~~enthusiasm, and personal charm can make them polarizing figures, loved~~ by ~~those who accept them, and despised~~ by ~~those who judge them wanting. The purity~~ of ~~their intentions and~~ the ~~quick wit with which they express them are both their sword~~ and ~~shield;~~ the ~~looming shadow of guilt~~, ~~both real~~ and ~~imagined,~~ is their ~~shroud~~. ~~Generally speaking~~, ~~Aeoleri's appreciation for martial traditions makes his banner attractive to protector~~ and ~~duelist alike. Conversely~~, ~~his aesthetic ideals appeal to musicians~~, ~~poets, and artists~~.		The worship of Aeoleri is most deeply ingrained within the aelin empire, including Ilodaiya and its surrounding provinces. There, his agents have a strong presence in history, art, politics, and public administration; his personal emissaries travel abroad at his request. Generally speaking, routine spiritual matters fall within the Aeolian domain, giving him a degree of primacy in aelin society even when compared to gods and goddesses with similar ideals. However, other cultures have taken to the worship of the Rose King, often introduced by his missionaries or by way of his affiliation with either the [[Grand Federation and the Champions]]. Humanity, in particular, has a fondness for him, and his imagery or philosophy is often used in their own, distinct marriage rituals. His temples are vast and plenty within aelin spheres, and sparse everywhere else, often as part of larger, communal shrines.

	The worship of Aeoleri is most deeply ingrained within the aelin empire, including Ilodaiya and its surrounding provinces. There, his agents have a strong presence in history, art, politics, and public administration; his personal emissaries travel abroad at his request. Generally speaking, routine spiritual matters fall within the Aeolian domain, giving him a degree of primacy in aelin society even when compared to gods and goddesses with similar ideals. However, other races have taken to the worship of the Rose King, often introduced by his missionaries or by way of his affiliation with either the [[Grand Federation and the Champions]]. Humanity, in particular, has a fondness for him, and his imagery or philosophy is often used in their own, distinct marriage rituals. His temples are vast and plenty within aelin spheres, and sparse everywhere else, often as part of larger, communal shrines.		Those who find favor with Lord of the Bloom may be [[sigil]]ed with his iconography.

	Those who find favor with Lord of the Bloom ~~are branded~~ with ~~a rose-entwined silver sword~~.

	==Relationships==		==Relationships==

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	The sudden arrival of [[Rystaia Lightbringer]] and the [[ch'taren]] radically reframed the [[War of Night]] narrative, and the banishment of Serachel to the realm of [[Nightmare]] provided Aeoleri sudden opportunity. Predicating his decision on Alil's violation of the Compact (which had yet remained unrighted), he separated Alil from the mundane world and bound her to the heavens. While a grave decision even to his following, the choice was seen as an unfortunate but inevitable consequence, and cast Alil herself as an object of pity and scorn, having been corrupted by Serachel's wickedness. However, the changes of the Dalae period could never be entirely undone, shaking the foundation of aelin society. From then on, the Aeolian priesthood became the sentinel of their ancient patriarchy, and the vehicle through which the social order was reinstated.		The sudden arrival of [[Rystaia Lightbringer]] and the [[ch'taren]] radically reframed the [[War of Night]] narrative, and the banishment of Serachel to the realm of [[Nightmare]] provided Aeoleri sudden opportunity. Predicating his decision on Alil's violation of the Compact (which had yet remained unrighted), he separated Alil from the mundane world and bound her to the heavens. While a grave decision even to his following, the choice was seen as an unfortunate but inevitable consequence, and cast Alil herself as an object of pity and scorn, having been corrupted by Serachel's wickedness. However, the changes of the Dalae period could never be entirely undone, shaking the foundation of aelin society. From then on, the Aeolian priesthood became the sentinel of their ancient patriarchy, and the vehicle through which the social order was reinstated.

	Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the Champions of Avendar. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.		Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the [[Champions of Avendar]]. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.

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	Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the Champions of Avendar. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.		Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the Champions of Avendar. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.
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	==Goals and Methods==		==Goals and Methods==
	Aeoleri's most well-known goal is the harmonious existence of the aelin people with whom he shares such affinity. This society is one in which people who fit together find one another; obligations and responsibilities are unambiguous; families are stable and happy; and children are reared with obedient care. He, and by extension his priesthood, seek to bridle and tame the dangerous excesses to which the aelin have at times fallen victim. The rigid social expectations, bureaucratic hierarchies, and paternalistic power structures all have some origin in Aeolian edict, ancient and modern. They deviate from the social spirit of [[Jalassa]] in that this cohesion is for its own end, as his concern is more for placid backgrounds than personal improvement. His presence as a patron of the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], for example, is read by his following as a steadying hand to guide them away from darker roads, as much as a way to advance social cohesion overall.		Aeoleri's most well-known goal is the harmonious existence of the [[aelin]] people with whom he shares such affinity. This society is one in which people who fit together find one another; obligations and responsibilities are unambiguous; families are stable and happy; and children are reared with obedient care. He, and by extension his priesthood, seek to bridle and tame the dangerous excesses to which the aelin have at times fallen victim. The rigid social expectations, bureaucratic hierarchies, and paternalistic power structures all have some origin in Aeolian edict, ancient and modern. They deviate from the social spirit of [[Jalassa]] in that this cohesion is for its own end, as his concern is more for placid backgrounds than personal improvement. His presence as a patron of the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], for example, is read by his following as a steadying hand to guide them away from darker roads, as much as a way to advance social cohesion overall.

	Romantic love is perhaps the most iconic of Aeolian methods, as its rich courtship ritual has contributed greatly to aelin artistic tradition. As such, love, and lovers in general, are often cast in Aeolian terms or with the self-same imagery. However, core to the function of this love is pure intention, and thus, guilt (and by extension shame) is often their constant companion. This internal barometer shapes the conscience, and only when properly tuned can it divine true love from false. While their [[Serachel]]ian cousins also covet love as their own, it is guilt which directs it toward edification rather than ruin. Predictably, because of their reputation for (at times over-the-top) charisma, near all Aeolian functions and functionaries have some penchant for the dramatic, be it in specific flourish or general presentation. This spectacular style often smooths their way, exciting fellow believers and subtly intimidating their rivals.		Romantic love is perhaps the most iconic of Aeolian methods, as its rich courtship ritual has contributed greatly to aelin artistic tradition. As such, love, and lovers in general, are often cast in Aeolian terms or with the self-same imagery. However, core to the function of this love is pure intention, and thus, guilt (and by extension shame) is often their constant companion. This internal barometer shapes the conscience, and only when properly tuned can it divine true love from false. While their [[Serachel]]ian cousins also covet love as their own, it is guilt which directs it toward edification rather than ruin. Predictably, because of their reputation for (at times over-the-top) charisma, near all Aeolian functions and functionaries have some penchant for the dramatic, be it in specific flourish or general presentation. This spectacular style often smooths their way, exciting fellow believers and subtly intimidating their rivals.
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	==Individual Followers==		==Individual Followers==

	Aeoleri attracts a surprising variety of supplicants considering the specificity of his ~~racial~~ focus. What they share is the impression of being a grand figure in some epic drama, bringing a breath of the fantastic to the dreary and mundane. This storybook quality tends to empower them, giving them a sense of agency and courage, rather than helplessness, in the face of ~~the~~ Avendar's many evils. Their variety of aesthetic pursuits, enthusiasm, and personal charm can make them polarizing figures, loved by those who accept them, and despised by those who judge them wanting. The purity of their intentions and the quick wit with which they express them are both their sword and shield; the looming shadow of guilt, both real and imagined, is their shroud. Generally speaking, Aeoleri's appreciation for martial traditions makes his banner attractive to protector and duelist alike. Conversely, his aesthetic ideals appeal to musicians, poets, and artists.		Aeoleri attracts a surprising variety of supplicants considering the specificity of his cultural focus. What they share is the impression of being a grand figure in some epic drama, bringing a breath of the fantastic to the dreary and mundane. This storybook quality tends to empower them, giving them a sense of agency and courage, rather than helplessness, in the face of Avendar's many evils. Their variety of aesthetic pursuits, enthusiasm, and personal charm can make them polarizing figures, loved by those who accept them, and despised by those who judge them wanting. The purity of their intentions and the quick wit with which they express them are both their sword and shield; the looming shadow of guilt, both real and imagined, is their shroud. Generally speaking, Aeoleri's appreciation for martial traditions makes his banner attractive to protector and duelist alike. Conversely, his aesthetic ideals appeal to musicians, poets, and artists.

	The worship of Aeoleri is most deeply ingrained within the aelin empire, including Ilodaiya and its surrounding provinces. There, his agents have a strong presence in history, art, politics, and public administration; his personal ~~emissary, the Rose Consort, travels~~ abroad at his request. Generally speaking, routine spiritual matters fall within the Aeolian domain, giving him a degree of primacy in aelin society even when compared to gods and goddesses with similar ideals. However, other races have taken to the worship of the Rose King, often introduced by his missionaries or by way of his affiliation with either the [[Grand Federation and the Champions]]. Humanity, in particular, has a fondness for him, and his imagery or philosophy is often used in their own, distinct marriage rituals. His temples are vast and plenty within aelin spheres, and sparse everywhere else, often as part of larger, communal shrines.		The worship of Aeoleri is most deeply ingrained within the aelin empire, including Ilodaiya and its surrounding provinces. There, his agents have a strong presence in history, art, politics, and public administration; his personal emissaries travel abroad at his request. Generally speaking, routine spiritual matters fall within the Aeolian domain, giving him a degree of primacy in aelin society even when compared to gods and goddesses with similar ideals. However, other races have taken to the worship of the Rose King, often introduced by his missionaries or by way of his affiliation with either the [[Grand Federation and the Champions]]. Humanity, in particular, has a fondness for him, and his imagery or philosophy is often used in their own, distinct marriage rituals. His temples are vast and plenty within aelin spheres, and sparse everywhere else, often as part of larger, communal shrines.

	Those who find favor with Lord of the Bloom are branded with a rose-entwined silver sword.		Those who find favor with Lord of the Bloom are branded with a rose-entwined silver sword.

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	==History in Avendar==		==History in Avendar==
	One of the earliest civilizations to rise in the wake of the Sundering was that of the [[aelin]]. Upon their characteristic wings, they took to the skies above the Ialiedae mountains and claimed a great, floating disc as the sanctuary of their people. This city, [[Ilodaiya]], would become the epicenter for their emerging empire. Although they had great potential, petty in-fighting and social maneuvering threatened to strangle their civilization in its crib. This conflict of the soul drew the attention of Aeoleri, a thereto unknown deity. He appeared at the center of their imperial court, and offered a solution to their struggle: guilt. This, he said, would guide their conscience true in the face of all adversity. Order came by way of his first chosen, and through their artifice laid the groundwork for the shame society which underpins aelin life.		One of the earliest civilizations to rise in the wake of the [[Sundering]] was that of the [[aelin]]. Upon their characteristic wings, they took to the skies above the Ialiedae mountains and claimed a great, floating disc as the sanctuary of their people. This city, [[Ilodaiya]], would become the epicenter for their emerging empire. Although they had great potential, petty in-fighting and social maneuvering threatened to strangle their civilization in its crib. This conflict of the soul drew the attention of Aeoleri, a thereto unknown deity. He appeared at the center of their imperial court, and offered a solution to their struggle: guilt. This, he said, would guide their conscience true in the face of all adversity. Order came by way of his first chosen, and through their artifice laid the groundwork for the shame society which underpins aelin life.

	Aeoleri himself emerged as a charismatic, unifying voice, and he encouraged the canonization of the aelin houses, the character of each based upon an iconic ancestor. Doing so, he told them, would create stable lineages to cling to. To facilitate this change, his chosen developed and popularized the arcane marriage process which persists to the present. Of course, the aelin had another, previous goddess, [[Alil]], whose worship was thoroughly ingrained in the collective aelin consciousness; Aeoleri saw this as both a challenge and an opportunity. According to common mythology, he made overture after overture to win the affection of the goddess, to no avail. Finally, he lit the constellation Lavetiae above the high city, and when the goddess beheld her sign in the night sky, her heart was won.		Aeoleri himself emerged as a charismatic, unifying voice, and he encouraged the canonization of the aelin houses, the character of each based upon an iconic ancestor. Doing so, he told them, would create stable lineages to cling to. To facilitate this change, his chosen developed and popularized the arcane marriage process which persists to the present. Of course, the aelin had another, previous goddess, [[Alil]], whose worship was thoroughly ingrained in the collective aelin consciousness; Aeoleri saw this as both a challenge and an opportunity. According to common mythology, he made overture after overture to win the affection of the goddess, to no avail. Finally, he lit the constellation Lavetiae above the high city, and when the goddess beheld her sign in the night sky, her heart was won.
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	Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the Champions of Avendar. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.		Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the Champions of Avendar. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.
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	==Goals and Methods==		==Goals and Methods==

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	However, much as Aeoleri predicted, the actions of Alil during the War's end invited the attention of a new deity, [[Serachel]], ostensibly sent to make right the disruption to the divine order. Rather than chide the goddess, Serachel instead chose to rule alongside her, ushering in the fabled Dalae period. While revered in certain aelin religious histories, this was one of Aeoleri's darkest moments, as his priesthood had been all but marginalized, replaced by the hedonistic vainglory of the Serachelian and Alilean confluence. As the corruption of the aelin soul grew more overt, [[Void magic]] imported from the [[shuddeni]] underworld upset the balance of the aelin houses, and appeared poised to cement the perversion of classical aelin conceits as a new social order. While the Aeolians fought in what ways they could, the light of their dedication was nearly snuffed out.		However, much as Aeoleri predicted, the actions of Alil during the War's end invited the attention of a new deity, [[Serachel]], ostensibly sent to make right the disruption to the divine order. Rather than chide the goddess, Serachel instead chose to rule alongside her, ushering in the fabled Dalae period. While revered in certain aelin religious histories, this was one of Aeoleri's darkest moments, as his priesthood had been all but marginalized, replaced by the hedonistic vainglory of the Serachelian and Alilean confluence. As the corruption of the aelin soul grew more overt, [[Void magic]] imported from the [[shuddeni]] underworld upset the balance of the aelin houses, and appeared poised to cement the perversion of classical aelin conceits as a new social order. While the Aeolians fought in what ways they could, the light of their dedication was nearly snuffed out.

	The sudden arrival of [[Rystaia Lightbringer]] and the ch'taren radically reframed the War of Night narrative, and the banishment of Serachel to the Nightmare ~~Realm~~ provided Aeoleri sudden opportunity. Predicating his decision on Alil's violation of the Compact (which had yet remained unrighted), he separated Alil from the mundane world and bound her to the heavens. While a grave decision even to his following, the choice was seen as an unfortunate but inevitable consequence, and cast Alil herself as an object of pity and scorn, having been corrupted by Serachel's wickedness. However, the changes of the Dalae period could never be entirely undone, shaking the foundation of aelin society. From then on, the Aeolian priesthood became the sentinel of their ancient patriarchy, and the vehicle through which the social order was reinstated.		The sudden arrival of [[Rystaia Lightbringer]] and the [[ch'taren]] radically reframed the [[War of Night]] narrative, and the banishment of Serachel to the realm of [[Nightmare]] provided Aeoleri sudden opportunity. Predicating his decision on Alil's violation of the Compact (which had yet remained unrighted), he separated Alil from the mundane world and bound her to the heavens. While a grave decision even to his following, the choice was seen as an unfortunate but inevitable consequence, and cast Alil herself as an object of pity and scorn, having been corrupted by Serachel's wickedness. However, the changes of the Dalae period could never be entirely undone, shaking the foundation of aelin society. From then on, the Aeolian priesthood became the sentinel of their ancient patriarchy, and the vehicle through which the social order was reinstated.

	Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the Champions of Avendar. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.		Aeoleri's following rose to particular prominence during the pre-modern era, with the coronation of [[Yesa Aea'ria]] as the Rose Consort. For the first time, his creed extended measurably beyond Daphoa, and factored significantly into the overall spirit of the Champions of Avendar. Graceful concession, righteous judgment, and romantic flair were canonized as Aeolian ideals, casting the mold in which generations of adventurers would spring. However, the moment itself wilted as quickly as it blossomed; while heroes and heroines of the Rose appeared occasionally after, they were long overshadowed by peers of other, more militant, religions. This, perhaps, motivated the Rose King to align himself with the [[Grand Federation of Merchants]], to again wield his charisma to press the world toward a more ideal form.

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	Aeoleri is considered a dependable voice within the circles of the Light; his long-standing tenure as a patron of the [[Champions of Avendar]] has encouraged his popularity in those circles. Predictably, perhaps, it is for this same reason that evil deities despise him. However, his transition to the Grand Federation of Merchants has put him on closer terms with their fellow patrons, [[Chadraln]] and [[Ayaunj]], than he might have otherwise. Generally speaking, his martial bent is appreciated but not overly lauded by more militant deities such as [[Calaera]] or [[Dolgrael]], while much of the neutral pantheon abides him without particular note. Deities of law, such as [[Iandir]], find commonality in his affinity for stability and social cohesion. His relationship with [[Jalassa]] is particularly fragile, as they largely align in method but deviate strongly in overall purpose. Conversely, deities of chaos find he and his following tiresome and repetitive. [[Tzajai]], for example, found only the first Aeolian tale thrilling, and all successive ones boring and trite.		Aeoleri is considered a dependable voice within the circles of the Light; his long-standing tenure as a patron of the [[Champions of Avendar]] has encouraged his popularity in those circles. Predictably, perhaps, it is for this same reason that evil deities despise him. However, his transition to the Grand Federation of Merchants has put him on closer terms with their fellow patrons, [[Chadraln]] and [[Ayaunj]], than he might have otherwise. Generally speaking, his martial bent is appreciated but not overly lauded by more militant deities such as [[Calaera]] or [[Dolgrael]], while much of the neutral pantheon abides him without particular note. Deities of law, such as [[Iandir]], find commonality in his affinity for stability and social cohesion. His relationship with [[Jalassa]] is particularly fragile, as they largely align in method but deviate strongly in overall purpose. Conversely, deities of chaos find he and his following tiresome and repetitive. [[Tzajai]], for example, found only the first Aeolian tale thrilling, and all successive ones boring and trite.

	Aeoleri's most important relationships are with [[Alil]] and [[Serachel]]. Alil is a source of both guilt and consternation, in that he feels if he had been more diligent or responsive, they would not have suffered their long imprisonment before their unscheduled release. Serachel, on the other hand, is the focus of much of Aeolian ire, as it was his coming which nearly eradicated the Rose King's place in aelin society. Serachel's slights are many and his designs sweeping, fueling all manner of conflict between their religions; in Aeolian fashion, the legends of Aeoleri and Serachel's romantic ~~entanglements~~ are as legendary as their conflicts.		Aeoleri's most important relationships are with [[Alil]] and [[Serachel]]. Alil is a source of both guilt and consternation, in that he feels if he had been more diligent or responsive, they would not have suffered their long imprisonment before their unscheduled release. Serachel, on the other hand, is the focus of much of Aeolian ire, as it was his coming which nearly eradicated the Rose King's place in aelin society. Serachel's slights are many and his designs sweeping, fueling all manner of conflict between their religions; in Aeolian fashion, the legends of Aeoleri and Serachel's romantic entanglement are as legendary as their conflicts.

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