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	The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]], for example, was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [[Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.		The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]], for example, was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [[Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.

	Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[~~Imperial~~ Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.		Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.

	==Anointing==		==Anointing==

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	<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat on the Throne she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>		<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat on the Throne, she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the [[#Dreams of Pride\|Dreams of Pride]] when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with a visionary [[dedication#Dreams\|dream]].		An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the [[#Dreams of Pride\|Dreams of Pride]] when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with a visionary [[dedication#Dreams\|dream]].

	The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]] for example was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [[Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.		The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]], for example, was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [[Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.

	Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[Imperial Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.		Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[Imperial Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.
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	===The Experience of Pride===		===The Experience of Pride===
	* ''When anointed you were asked to name a personal quality which you are proud of. You feel an urge to exemplify that quality in everything you do.''		* ''When anointed you were asked to name a personal quality which you are proud of. You feel an urge to exemplify that quality in everything you do.''
	'''Description:''' This anointing can be used to help pilgrims experience the benefits of Pride, allowing them to focus on a source of the virtue within themselves. However it is also invaluable for encouraging pilgrims to embody Pride in their actions. The Way teaches that Virtue is about action not words; Pride is not about vainglorious or egotistical boasting. It is about acting in ways that make you and others proud.		'''Description:''' This anointing can be used to help pilgrims experience the benefits of Pride, allowing them to focus on a source of the virtue within themselves. However, it is also invaluable for encouraging pilgrims to embody Pride in their actions. The Way teaches that Virtue is about action not words; Pride is not about vainglorious or egotistical boasting. It is about acting in ways that make you and others proud.

	===The Wellspring of Pride===		===The Wellspring of Pride===
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	===The Strength of Pride===		===The Strength of Pride===
	* ''You feel an urge to do what you say you will do. Whenever you face a challenge to your commitment, you feel a surge of inner strength.''		* ''You feel an urge to do what you say you will do. Whenever you face a challenge to your commitment, you feel a surge of inner strength.''
	'''Description:''' One of the key teachings of Pride is the importance of commitment. Those who strive to be virtuous must become forthright and resolute. Every pilgrim is different but those who have Pride must be clear what they stand for and they must clearly stand for it. There is no tolerance for the half-hearted, the uncommitted, or the pretender. Finding such strength of purpose is difficult, so this anointing exists to aid pilgrims giving them the strength to remain on the path of Pride by staying true to themselves.		'''Description:''' One of the key teachings of Pride is the importance of commitment. Those who strive to be virtuous must become forthright and resolute. Every pilgrim is different but those who have Pride must be clear what they stand for and they must clearly stand for it. There is no tolerance for the half-hearted, the uncommitted, or the pretender. Finding such strength of purpose is difficult, so this anointing exists to aid pilgrims, giving them the strength to remain on the path of Pride by staying true to themselves.
	<div style="float:right;"><quote by="Marcher Proverb">Pride in small things, loyalty to great ones.</quote></div>		<div style="float:right;"><quote by="Marcher Proverb">Pride in small things, loyalty to great ones.</quote></div>
	==Consecration==		==Consecration==

Rosemary: /* The Affirmation of Pride */

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The Affirmation of Pride

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	===The Affirmation of Pride===		===The Affirmation of Pride===
	* ''You feel a keen awareness of self-worth, and of the worth of other people. You find it difficult to tolerate disrespect, rudeness, or insults.''		* ''You feel a keen awareness of self-worth, and of the worth of other people. You find it difficult to tolerate disrespect, rudeness, or insults.''
	'''Description:''' The path of Pride is not about airs and graces, but pilgrims who embody Pride expect to be treated with courtesy and respect. Crucially the path teaches that the virtuous inspire others, they do not demean them. Those who benefit from this aura feel driven to help those around them find Pride in who they are and what they do and to defend those who seek to belittle or tear down their fellow citizens.		'''Description:''' The path of Pride is not about airs and graces, but pilgrims who embody Pride expect to be treated with courtesy and respect. Crucially the path teaches that the virtuous inspire others, they do not demean them. Those who benefit from this aura feel driven to help those around them find Pride in who they are and what they do and to defend them against those who seek to belittle or tear down their fellow citizens.

	===The Experience of Pride===		===The Experience of Pride===

Dre at 12:58, 3 February 2018

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	<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat the Throne she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>		<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat on the Throne she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the [[#Dreams of Pride\|Dreams of Pride]] when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with a visionary [[dedication#Dreams\|dream]].		An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the [[#Dreams of Pride\|Dreams of Pride]] when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with a visionary [[dedication#Dreams\|dream]].

Dre at 11:39, 24 July 2016

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	===The Wellspring of Pride===		===The Wellspring of Pride===
	* ''You feel an urge to embody the culture and customs of your home. Abandoning your traditions or compromising on your peoples' beliefs feels shameful.''		* ''You feel an urge to embody the culture and customs of your home. Abandoning your traditions or compromising on your peoples' beliefs feels shameful.''
	'''Description:''' The path of Pride stretches in both directions and pilgrims are often required to reflect on where they have come from, as well as where they are going to. This anointing emphasizes tradition, encouraging the pilgrim to embrace their past and defend the values of their home. It is popular across the Empire, especially among those who seek help in staying firm in ~~defense~~ of their traditional values in the face of calls for compromise or sacrifice. It is invaluable for helping Imperial citizens resist pressure to abandon their cultural traditions. This anointing is also called ''The Touch of [[Kethry]]'', in recognition of that paragon's achievements in keeping their nation's traditions alive and inspiring others to embrace them.		'''Description:''' The path of Pride stretches in both directions and pilgrims are often required to reflect on where they have come from, as well as where they are going to. This anointing emphasizes tradition, encouraging the pilgrim to embrace their past and defend the values of their home. It is popular across the Empire, especially among those who seek help in staying firm in defence of their traditional values in the face of calls for compromise or sacrifice. It is invaluable for helping Imperial citizens resist pressure to abandon their cultural traditions. This anointing is also called ''The Touch of [[Kethry]]'', in recognition of that paragon's achievements in keeping their nation's traditions alive and inspiring others to embrace them.

	===The Strength of Pride===		===The Strength of Pride===

Rosemary: /* Hallowing of the Cicisbeo */

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Hallowing of the Cicisbeo

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	It is obviously down to the individual which qualities make them proud, but each of the Imperial nations can be associated with a single common idea that is often referred to as a source of Pride. The Navarr writer Cerin of Winter Trees referred to them as the Nine Things in the early years of the Empire. They were still in use over three hundred years later when the [[Imperial Orcs\|Imperial Orc]] philosopher Jakaj added her own people to the list during a speech given at the funeral of [[Emperor Ahraz]]. Following a recitation of the Nine Things, she appended her own people, and since then the list has been referred to by its current name.		It is obviously down to the individual which qualities make them proud, but each of the Imperial nations can be associated with a single common idea that is often referred to as a source of Pride. The Navarr writer Cerin of Winter Trees referred to them as the Nine Things in the early years of the Empire. They were still in use over three hundred years later when the [[Imperial Orcs\|Imperial Orc]] philosopher Jakaj added her own people to the list during a speech given at the funeral of [[Emperor Ahraz]]. Following a recitation of the Nine Things, she appended her own people, and since then the list has been referred to by its current name.

	For the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] it is [[honesty]]; in [[Dawn]] it is [[glory]] (of course); in [[Highguard]] it is certainty; among the [[Imperial Orcs]] it is strength; in [[the League]] it is cleverness; in [[the Marches]] it is either practicality or stubbornness (depending who you are speaking to); among the [[~~navarr~~]] it is sacrifice; in [[Urizen]], [[arete\|excellence]]; in [[Varushka]] the idea of wisdom; and among the [[Wintermark\|Winterfolk]] [[heroism]].</box>		For the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] it is [[honesty]]; in [[Dawn]] it is [[glory]] (of course); in [[Highguard]] it is certainty; among the [[Imperial Orcs]] it is strength; in [[the League]] it is cleverness; in [[the Marches]] it is either practicality or stubbornness (depending who you are speaking to); among the [[Navarr]] it is sacrifice; in [[Urizen]], [[arete\|excellence]]; in [[Varushka]] the idea of wisdom; and among the [[Wintermark\|Winterfolk]] [[heroism]].</box>
	{{Auras further reading}}		{{Auras further reading}}
	[[Category:Religion]] [[Category:Ceremonies]]		[[Category:Religion]] [[Category:Ceremonies]]

Rafferty: /* The Experience of Pride */

2016-07-17T21:27:50Z

The Experience of Pride

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	===The Experience of Pride===		===The Experience of Pride===
	* ''~~During this anointing~~ you were asked to name a personal quality which you are proud of. You feel an urge to exemplify that quality in everything you do.''		* ''When anointed you were asked to name a personal quality which you are proud of. You feel an urge to exemplify that quality in everything you do.''
	'''Description:''' This anointing can be used to help pilgrims experience the benefits of Pride, allowing them to focus on a source of the virtue within themselves. However it is also invaluable for encouraging pilgrims to embody Pride in their actions. The Way teaches that Virtue is about action not words; Pride is not about vainglorious or egotistical boasting. It is about acting in ways that make you and others proud.		'''Description:''' This anointing can be used to help pilgrims experience the benefits of Pride, allowing them to focus on a source of the virtue within themselves. However it is also invaluable for encouraging pilgrims to embody Pride in their actions. The Way teaches that Virtue is about action not words; Pride is not about vainglorious or egotistical boasting. It is about acting in ways that make you and others proud.

Matt at 17:32, 16 July 2016

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	For the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] it is [[honesty]]; in [[Dawn]] it is [[glory]] (of course); in [[Highguard]] it is certainty; among the [[Imperial Orcs]] it is strength; in [[the League]] it is cleverness; in [[the Marches]] it is either practicality or stubbornness (depending who you are speaking to); among the [[navarr]] it is sacrifice; in [[Urizen]], [[arete\|excellence]]; in [[Varushka]] the idea of wisdom; and among the [[Wintermark\|Winterfolk]] [[heroism]].</box>		For the [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] it is [[honesty]]; in [[Dawn]] it is [[glory]] (of course); in [[Highguard]] it is certainty; among the [[Imperial Orcs]] it is strength; in [[the League]] it is cleverness; in [[the Marches]] it is either practicality or stubbornness (depending who you are speaking to); among the [[navarr]] it is sacrifice; in [[Urizen]], [[arete\|excellence]]; in [[Varushka]] the idea of wisdom; and among the [[Wintermark\|Winterfolk]] [[heroism]].</box>
	{{~~Ceremonial skills~~ further reading}}		{{Auras further reading}}
	[[Category:Religion]] [[Category:Ceremonies]]		[[Category:Religion]] [[Category:Ceremonies]]

Rafferty at 17:25, 16 July 2016

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	<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat the Throne she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>		<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat the Throne she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the [[#Dreams of ~~Ambition~~\|Dreams of ~~Ambition~~]] when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with a visionary [[dedication#Dreams\|dream]].		An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the [[#Dreams of Pride\|Dreams of Pride]] when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with a visionary [[dedication#Dreams\|dream]].

	The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]] for example was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [{Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.		The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]] for example was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [[Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.

	Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[Imperial Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.		Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[Imperial Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.

Rafferty: /* Overview */

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Overview

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	<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat the Throne she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>		<quote by="Eddard of House Cassilon, Legend of the Golden Throne">Of all those who have sat the Throne she may well have been the greatest. She was not named for the golden charge on her banner but because she outshone the sun.</quote>
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony.		An [[aura]] is a persistent spiritual effect on a person, location or item. The auras listed here are created by priests dedicated to the virtue of [[Pride]] who use the relevant ceremonial skill. A character who is [[dedication\|dedicated]] to Pride must pick one of the following auras when they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the [[#Dreams of Ambition\|Dreams of Ambition]] when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with a visionary [[dedication#Dreams\|dream]].

	The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]] for example was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [{Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.		The names used for each aura are simply the most common ones used in the Empire. For example, the [[#The Wellspring of Pride\|Wellspring of Pride]] may be called ''The Glass Wheel'' by a [[The Brass Coast\|Freeborn]] [[corsair]]. This is especially true with those auras that are named after paragons and exemplars; all these auras would have had different names before the exceptional individual they are named for was recognised by the Synod. The [[#Hallowing of Richilde\|Hallowing of Richilde]] for example was commonly called the ''Hallowing of the Nightingale'' before the [{Empress Richilde\|Empress']] recognition as a paragon of Pride.

	Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[Imperial Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.		Study of these auras helped the founders of the Way to create the Path of Pride. Some lay persons assume that the [[Imperial Synod]] created these auras in some fashion to encourage adherence to orthodoxy, but according to theological scholars the situation is the other way around. The auras came first, then the tenets of the Path of Pride.

	==Anointing==		==Anointing==
	[[Anointing]] involves a short ceremony to create a [[Aura#Personal_Aura\|personal aura]] on a mortal being. Anointing always requires the consent of the subject.		[[Anointing]] involves a short ceremony to create a [[Aura#Personal_Aura\|personal aura]] on a mortal being. Anointing always requires the consent of the subject.