Vorathian Hierarchate
The Vorathian Hierarchate is a nation structured around worship of the High Spirits and fighting against and killing the High Demons and their ilk.
Government
Supreme Hierarch
Spiritual and political leader; seen as the earthly voice of the High Spirits. They set the doctrine, oversee major decisions, and appoint regional clergy.
They are chosen by majority vote of all members of the clergy of all ranks.
The Conclave
The Conclave is composed of 7 members, called Archpriests one for each of the High Spirits (except Theya). Each of them is responsible for a domain of government, acting as ministers and overseers of their particular area.
They can veto the Supreme Hierarch's decisions in extraordinary cases.
They are, according to the god they serve:
- Lux - War and Defense against the High Demons
- Verumal - Laws and Justice
- Vivus - Agriculture
- Lacuno - Foreign relations
- Medela - Magic
- Fiducia - Rituals and the canon
- Trisitia - Foreign relations
Prelates
Prelates are in charge of implementing decisions made by the Hierarch and Conclave. They govern territories such as cities or regions. They also collect tithes, oversee temples and act as judges.
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