Reīnstīel

by

Finley Vorden

Followers of Reīnstīel, the God of Deception & Illusion, maintain that illusion serves a divine purpose by challenging perception and revealing deeper truths; a philosophical position that conveniently justifies a wide range of questionable activities.

I’ve found Reīnstīel’s devotees make excellent theatrical performers, and absolutely terrible romantic prospects. The most visible followers of Reīnstīel participate in the Festival of Faces, an annual celebration where participants don increasingly elaborate masks and engage in harmless deceptions throughout the day.

Reīnstīel’s devotees should:

• Practice sleight of hand
• Never reveal all aspects of themselves