Dlroch'veldr

Dlroch'veldr

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Etymology

Dlroch'veldr is a term derived from two linguistic components: the root Dlroch-, referencing the Wolhos deity "Dlrocha" often associated with guiding principles and the universe's moral structure, and the suffix -'veldr, similar in function to "-ism" in modern languages, denoting adherence to a belief or doctrine. Together, "Dlroch'veldr" translates to "the teachings or faith of Dlrocha," encapsulating the spiritual guidelines attributed to the deity. Historically, the term describes the faith, its followers, places of worship, and sacred texts.

Symbols

Dlrochsteg

The Dlrochsteg

The Dlrochsteg is a revered emblem central to the tenets of Dlroch'veldr, symbolizing much more than a mere decorative insignia. It encapsulates profound spiritual and philosophical meanings tied to the origins of existence, life's cyclical nature, fertility, and the intrinsic ecstasy one can experience in life.

Derived from an abstract depiction of copulation, the Dlrochsteg embodies the faith's veneration of this act as the cornerstone of universe creation and life propagation. It underscores the faith's belief that this union, in its most intimate and primal form, is symbolic of life's most essential forces and mysteries.

In its design, the Dlrochsteg is bifurcated into two distinct yet harmonious components. The elevated, detached segment symbolizes the phallus, representing male masculinity, strength, and vigor. Conversely, the lower separate section is indicative of the female vulva, signifying femininity, creation, and nurture.

While there exist myriad stylized versions of this emblem, each with its artistic interpretations and nuances, the foundational shape and the deep-seated symbolism it carries remains universally recognized and revered among its followers. As a representation of unity, balance, and the powerful forces of life, the Dlrochsteg serves as a profound reminder of the faith's teachings and beliefs.

Sacred Substances in Dlroch'veldr Faith:

• Blood – The Essence of Life

Blood holds paramount importance in the teachings of Dlroch'veldr. Revered as the very essence of life, it is considered a divine gift from Dlrow, L’cha, and Dlrocha to the Wolgos and all living beings. Rituals incorporating blood serve as pivotal rites of passage, marking significant life transitions. Furthermore, blood plays a crucial role in the magical rituals of Dlroch’veldr, symbolizing control over life and death.

Across the Wolgos lands, stone shrines in forests, caves, and other natural sites witness the 'Blood Offering' ritual. Participants make a small incision on their hands, letting their blood flow as a tribute to Dlrocha and the Haither spirits. Additionally, in times of war, soldiers might anoint their faces with their own blood, invoking Dlrocha's protection and harnessing mystical inner strength.

• Menstrual Blood – The Cycle of Creation

The cyclical nature of menstruation deeply echoes the Wolgos’ beliefs surrounding life, death, and rebirth. Associated with H’ghes (Tyr) and fertility, menstrual blood holds special importance. Dedicated shrines to H’ghes house chambers where women offer their menstrual blood, celebrating the divine life cycle. This sacred substance also anoints the foreheads of expectant mothers, ensuring a healthy childbirth.

Contrary to many cultures, menstruating women in the Wolgos society are honoured rather than ostracized.

• Semen – The Seed of Vitality

In Wolgos belief, semen embodies vitality, strength, and life continuation, acting as a creative counterpart to menstrual blood. Specific rituals involve offerings of semen, beseeching virility, and divine favour. Haither-inspired semen mixed with woad produces a vibrant pigment used in religious body art. This blend adorns individuals during weddings and prior to strenuous activities, be it sports or war. Within witchcraft, combining semen with mystical herbs creates protective seals for homes and temples, summoning Dlrocha's protective embrace.

Beliefs

Dlrow-L’cha Creation Myth

The Dlrow-L’cha Creation Myth is the foundational narrative of the cosmos according to the religious beliefs of the Wolgos. This myth delineates the birth of the universe, the creation of their supreme deities, and the establishment of the world of Gotha.

• The Ethereal Haither Elks: Dlrow and L’cha

Before time itself had a name, an immeasurable void of silence and darkness sprawled. Amidst this abyss, two luminous figures meandered: Dlrow, the majestic male Haither, shimmered with a cold, blue aura, his antlers resembling ancient tree branches capturing whispers of unborn galaxies; and L’cha, resplendent with a warm, golden hue, whose every graceful step resembled ripples across a tranquil cosmic pond. Their existence, though eternal, was marked by solitude.

The universe, in its embryonic silence, orchestrated a fateful convergence of their paths. Drawn irresistibly together, a celestial dance ensued. Their dance was not merely of form but of energies intertwining, the void around them pulsating with the energy and force they emanated. When they finally united, it was a celestial outburst so radiant that it painted the void with brilliant swathes of colour and energy.

• Birth of Dlrocha and the Cosmos

From this celestial union arose Dlrocha, a deity who inherited the combined vigor and essence of Dlrow and L’cha. With a  precision and an artistry, he moulded the remnants of his parents into a grand cosmic artwork. Their united resplendent light birthed the Alir, a radiant sun which became Dlrocha’s throne. The sporadic sparks, reminiscent of their divine dance, became the guiding stars studding the dark oblivion beyond, while their ethereal remnants turned to dust and coalesced into the planets and other celestial bodies.

• Emergence of H’ghes (Tyr)

From the union of Dlrow and L’cha's ethereal blood and light, Dlrocha sculpted another deity, H’ghes. Cloaked in a resplendent red aura of fiery light, she was destined to be Dlrocha's muse and collaborator in creation, her glow a perpetual bringer of fertility of life to universe.

• Creation of Gotha

In their expressions of their love, H’ghes  caused Dlrocha to spew his seed on the celestial body of Gotha. Dlrocha’s potent seed birthed its expansive oceans and pulsating life. Their combined affections also gave rise to the Haither spirits, ethereal custodians of Gotha’s natural wonders, who govern the forces and mysteries of nature and infused the world with mystic energies.

Creation of the Wolgos and Mankind Myth

Central to the Wolgos worldview is the "Creation of the Wolgos and Mankind Myth", a foundational narrative that recounts the origins of both the Wolgos and mankind. Although revered by the Wolgos, this myth has sparked controversy, especially due to recent archaeological discoveries.

• Night of creation

Gotha, in its infancy, is said to have witnessed a unique celestial event wherein the Celestial Silver Ring, Gotha’s ring, unleashed a cascade of shimmering stars upon the world. These astral entities, though awe-inspiring, served as mere harbingers for the true spectacle to come.

From the expanse of the celestial yonder, Dlrocha's seed, resembling liquid luminescence, descended. Its destination: a particular primordial lake on Gotha. Upon contact, the waters of this lake adopted a milky, radiant glow, their very essence altered.

• Emergence of the Wolgos

Sensing the metamorphosis of the lake's waters, the Haither—The revered giant elks of the Wolgos—underwent a transformation from their ethereal state to tangible entities of flesh and bone. Compelled, the female Haither approached and imbibed the transformed water. The consequence was instantaneous: a simultaneous birthing event that saw the arrival of the Wolgos along the lake's periphery. These beings, both men and women, their very existence intertwined with the celestial as demonstrated by their colour of their skin and hair that resembled the colour of the lakes waters.

• Origins of Mankind

However, the story took a divergent turn with Dlrocha's seed that mingled with the terrestrial shores of the lake, where creatures of decay took residence. As these beings consumed the stray droplets, a unique amalgamation occurred. The result was the formation of mounds resembling living boils. From these, mankind emerged—bearing an appearance distinct from the Wolgos, reflecting the hues and tones of the very earth they arose from, and notably having a bloodless birth which precludes their connection to the sanctity given by that substance.

• Archaeological Revelations and Controversies

The narrative, as accepted by contemporary Wolgos, however, finds challenge in the records of history. Excavations in Rissland have unearthed bone carvings pre-dating the year 5500 that depict a different tale. In these ancient records, the Wolgos and mankind appear united, flourishing side-by-side, suggesting a shared heritage, an epoch intentionally overshadowed.