Pyrasian

Pyrasian is a skeptomorphic religion originating from the Signaty civilization. Its adherents revere one powerful thoughtform known as the Ethos of Fire, said to provide order and harmony to the universe. The Ethos is believed to be linked to the universe and if forsaken by the Birrin would result in the end of the universe. Natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions and earthquakes are commonly attributed to neglect of the Ethos, often requiring extensive religious ceremonies and prayer.

Pyrasian society is divided into 2 hereditary castes: the nalli, the commoners who lack any significant status, and the Ignati, specializing as priests and government officials. The later group are said to be in direct contact of the Ethos of Fire speaking for its behalf. Those of the Ignati class are permitted to use the narcotic Yapyi to engage in psychedelic religious rituals.

In the Great Temple of Calyra lies the 'Struxere Pyram'. This is a great flame that always burns during the day, but is snuffed out in the night. Without the flame, the temple grows cold and lifeless. This reminds everyone that fire is needed for live to continue. Each morning, the Struxere Pyram is lit again by priests and the leftover ashes. The Great Temple is also one of the sacred sites of the Sijikken, one of the destinations along the Kantacori migration.

Pyrasianism spread across the Dawn Tree Forest in the 31st century AR. In 3330 AR Signaty became a client state to the Kantelli Empire, leading to religious conflict between Nixum and Pyrasians. Disillusioned with Orthodox Nixum and hoping to bring about religious unity within his empire, Anak Barat promoted Sijikken, a syncretic creed derived from Pyrasian and Nixum. This religion would soon go on to displace Orthodox Pyrasian in popularity, eventually becoming the dominant religion of East Teutalli.