Religion

by

Finley Vorden


Religion in Ilhdeinia runs deeper than mere personal belief. It permeates daily life from marketplace haggling to late-night philosophical debates. In Ilhdeinia, everyone believes in something. True atheists, apostates, and self-declared non-believers typically aren’t philosophical skeptics; they’re people nursing divine grudges or those who've walked away from faith after bitter disillusionment.

Most Ilhdeinians follow the standard pantheon, though they’ll focus their worship on one god or a small family of deities with complementary domains. Some cultures occasionally introduce “new gods” that serve as false idols or puppets manipulating public opinion, but such religious innovations rarely survive long, especially once the true pantheon takes notice.

For travelers navigating this complex spiritual terrain, I offer these practical tips:

  • Watch locals at temples and ceremonies, then mirror their actions.
  • Pack small offerings suited to various gods. I carry colored ribbons that satisfy most devotional requirements while taking minimal space.
  • Memorize basic religious greetings like “Temrūs grant you strength” or “Alȳrā’s blessings upon your house.” These cost nothing but earn surprising goodwill.
  • Stay neutral during theological discussions unless you enjoy arguing for sport.
  • When confused, admit ignorance. Most locals love explaining their traditions to attentive foreigners. Genuine curiosity covers many accidental transgressions.

The Gods of Ilhdeinia


Lesser Divine Entities