Q'evrism

Q’evrism is the second most widely practiced religion in the known world. It centers around the worship of a singular goddess, Q'evra, and emphasizes simplicity, authenticity, emotional integrity, and harmony with the natural world.

Unlike the hierarchical Tethuric Church, Q’evrism is decentralized, following a congregationalist polity—each local temple or “circle” governs itself without overarching authority. This has earned it a reputation for being more forgiving, less ritualistic, and more personal in its approach to faith.

Origins and Doctrine

Q'evrism emerged around the year Template:Year in Averia, approximately 1200 years after the formal establishment of Tethuricism. Scholars view its rise as a cultural response to the spectacle, rigidity, and political entanglement of Tethuric orthodoxy.

Rather than rely on centralized scripture, Q'evrism draws its teachings from the Pedals of Q'evra, an evolving body of oral traditions, parables, and poetic sayings. Rituals are minimal and highly localized—often consisting of meditative walks, floral offerings, music, or personal oaths made in quiet places.

Social and Political Context

While never militant, Q’evrism was swept into the violent religious upheavals of the Crusade Era (circa Template:Year–Template:Year), particularly during the rise and fall of the now-extinct faith known as Velanity. Many Q’evrist communities suffered collateral damage during the crusades but avoided total annihilation due to several key factors:

• Support from high-ranking nobility, particularly in Aeryl
• A consistent doctrine of non-aggression and sanctuary
• Public perception as a peaceful, apolitical faith

The Loniban Convention

Following the devastation of the final major crusade, a coalition of exhausted kingdoms, led by King Lonib of Galicia, ratified the Loniban Convention in Template:Year. This landmark treaty outlawed religious warfare and forbade the use of military force for doctrinal enforcement.

As a result of the Convention, Q’evrism was officially recognized as a protected religion. While tensions with the Tethuric Church still exist in many regions, open persecution is now considered a political crime, not a divine mandate.

Spread and Modern Practice

Q’evrism is especially common in Aeryl, where it has been historically favored due to the region’s cultural rivalry with Lothlan—a stronghold of Tethuricism. However, most nations now allow dual religious presence, and many individuals blend elements of both traditions in private.

The religion continues to attract followers due to its:

• Minimalist rituals
• Lack of mandatory tithes
• Emphasis on personal freedom and emotional truth
• Artistic and nature-based worldview

Holy Sites

• The Temple of Q'evrith - located in Highthrall
• Stone of Elorma – A revered natural spring said to have been blessed by Q'evra herself. Pilgrims leave petals in the water as a form of silent prayer.

Historical Events

• Sumler Rebellion – A peasant uprising in Aeryl sparked by the forced conscription of Q’evrists by a Tethuric noble house. Though crushed, it led to significant reforms and increased protections for Q’evrist communities.