Priesthood of Sho'

These are the core practices of the priesthood of Sho'. The individual orders have slightly different methods and organization, but as a general rule follow the guidlines of the main priesthood. Sub-orders of the Priesthood of Sho' include the Order of Maeder, Sestelle' Knights, Hands of the Dove and Celestial Minstrels.

Organization

Novitiate-level 0

Initiate-level 1

Soldier-level 2

Protector-level 3

High Protector-level 4

Lord Protector-level 5

There is one High Protector for each of the races and only one Lord Protector to oversee the earthly matters of the priesthood. These levels are separate from Divine Bestowal and represents recognition of the priest's achievements and dedication by his/her peers. Clerical Investment for game purposes.

Rituals and Ceremonies

The worship of Sho' is a daily practice for members of the priesthood. They help ease pain and suffering whenever possible, provide aid to the poor and protect the week.

Ceremonial worship occurs on every Shosday and consists of ritualistic cleansing of the body and mind followed by a full day of charity work. Adventuring priests must help at least one creature if the cannot perform the full day of charity work.

Garments and Vestments

The traditional colors of a priest of Sho' are white and sky blue with silver ornamentation. Traditional garb varies widely by area but always includes the Mantle of Sho, a snow white cloak with the symbol of Sho' on the back worked in blue and silver.

Trees are the holy symbol of Sho' and each novitiate crafts his or her own symbol during the Ceremony of Dedication. The symbols are usually carved from a tree that died from natural causes, later in their career the priest will craft a symbol out of silver.