Gate of Light
The Gate of Light, formerly the Kingdom of Khudat, emerged as a sovereign state in the mid-7650s. Historically, this nation predominantly followed Akchacknism until a significant shift occurred following the second Wolgos trek, which deposited a large community of Wolgos on Khudat. This change catalysed the rise of the Cult of the Inner Light across the island.
In 7622, a charismatic figure known as Alinyoun taquu (The Radiant One), originally Lughos H2regsunsunus, came to prominence. A handsome, young Wolgos man, he was well-known in the coastal communities as a wanderer who lived simply, often found contemplating nature and the cosmos, reciting his own mantras in serene settings such as caves, under trees, or by the beach's palm shadows. Initially, his following consisted of a small group of Khudat Ewora and Wolgos women who became his disciples and companions. Over time, his following expanded as more Wolgos and Erowa joined, attracted by his teachings.
A cult soon formed around Alinyoun taquu, establishing villages in the coastal hills dedicated to primitivist living, free love, and the exploration and control of one's animalistic instincts through meditation and mantras. The cult's growth throughout the kingdom was accelerated by its practices of free love, which reportedly included the persuasive use of Wolgos saliva.
The transformation of the kingdom into the Gate of Light occurred in 7657 when Queen Chaikun IV converted to the cult, bringing the royal family into the fold. Subsequently, the kingdom was restructured to adhere to the cult's precepts, with the queen assuming the role of protector of the faith and consort to Alinyoun taquu.
Today, the kingdom is led by King Minthari II, a young ruler from the cult. The cult has remained influential even after the death of Alinyoun taquu in 7681. His son, Ayeip yanthu, now leads the cult and serves as a close friend and advisor to King Minthari II. The kingdom joined the Umbral Covenant to safeguard itself against Kamuran influence. Despite deviating from traditional Dlroch'veldr practices, Hergom has accepted the kingdom, aiming to protect the significant Wolgos community and its allies. Under Hergom's protection, the Cult of the Inner Light has even spread beyond the kingdom's borders to other communities in Raia and Hergom itself.
