Edit Organization

Name Type Parent Organization Leader Locations Members

Profile Image Upload new image Select from gallery

00-weapons-ice-staff.jpg

00127_1784592077_by_jeardawg_djaazc7-pre.jpg

080aa7cf1dbc76ffeedf3bc8651fe78c.jpg

3r0t1c4_white_rabbit_by_3r0t1c4_dciknhw.jpg

5f49122f11226_131-1314080_shield-fantasy-crest-black-and-white-hd-png.png

97cf3e2a24f36fa29287159ef245b6ca.jpg

Aered-Amon-Celwynvian.webp

AerenaNightstar.jpg

AerenaNightstar3.jpg

AeriadorFullWorld.jpg

AeriadorMap-2025.jpg

Aeriande-1-sm.jpg

Aeriande-1.jpg

Aeriande-1.png

Alan_Lee_-_Gondolin.jpg

Ancalime-Zimraphel-Turandal-2-profile.webp

Ancalime-Zimraphel-Turandal-2.webp

Angel.jpg

Aranwe.jpg

Arndir-Andor.jpg

Arothir.webp

Azurespire.webp

Baran-Nimloth.webp

Beregon.jpg

Caldorin.jpg

CaldorinAmbrose.jpg

Celedhring.png

Celedrhin.jpg

DhiNM5Y82lJHldi2Ck85bxq0MhsnACSZycPhVJ6p.jpg

Dorlomin.png

Druid-Goldmoon.jpg

Earien-druid.jpg

Earien-druid.png

Earmin-ThirdFeyLine-profile.png

Earmin-ThirdFeyLine.png

Earmin-Upscale.webp

Earmin3.jpg

Eldalote.webp

Elenar.webp

ElenyeNeylis.jpg

ElenyeNeylis2.png

Elerorn-profile.webp

Elerorn1.webp

Elwing.jpg

Eregon.webp

Ereinion.jpeg

Ereinion.png

Erendis.jpg

Feydan-Crest.png

Feyel-Crest.png

Feyri-Crest.png

Finduilas.webp

Fire-drakes.jpg

Gelmar.jpg

Gold-elf.png

GreenElf-Woman.jpg

GreyHavens.jpg

HD-wallpaper-sad-elf-tiara-fantasy-elf-sadness.jpg

House-of-Alathilis.png

House-of-Celedhring.png

House-of-Galadhon.png

HouseofEnelien.png

Idhassi.webp

Idril.png

Ilmarien.jpg

Indis-Ambrose.webp

Iraborn-1a-sm.png

IthrynEmrais.jpg

Lomendil.png

Lomolinde.webp

Lothiel.webp

Lucaldyl3.webp

Melina-Alathilis-3.webp

Melina-Alathilis.jpg

Mira-Alathilis.jpg

Morinehtar1.png

Nimloth.jpg

Niniel.png

Orodreth.webp

Pallando.jpg

Pheszeltan.webp

RangersoftheNorth.jpeg

Reidoth.jpeg

RingofInitiate.jpg

Shadow-Crystalembers.jpg

Shadowmoon-Crystalembers-V1.png

Shadowmoon-Crystalembers-v2.webp

Shadowmoon-v2.jpg

Shadowmoon-v2.webp

Shadowmoon-v4.jpg

Shadowmoon-v4.webp

Shadowmoon.webp

Silverelf.webp

Tel'Lasien.webp

Teleri.webp

TheAratar-theGods-sm.png

Tindomiel2.png

Turandir.png

Turin-Turandal-1-profile.webp

Turin-Turandal-1.webp

ZRzSPCC1ulkkMFCeEveF6KcysOZBE4Xw6Em5UkSt.jpg

Zoina.webp

Zoina2.webp

Zoina3-profile.webp

Zoina3.webp

a_full_body_portrait_of_a_beautiful_woman_has_dark_by_iostsogow_dk6yuf5-pre.jpg

a_portrait_of_a_beautiful_woman_has_long_black_hai_by_iostsogow_dk6qbrb-pre.jpg

a_portrait_of_a_beautiful_woman_has_long_dark_blue_by_iostsogow_dk35j1e-pre.jpg

adunaphel.jpg

aerena-nightstar-1-sm.png

aerendyl-1-profile.png

aerendyl-1.png

aerendyl-7.png

aeriador-banner.jpg

aeriador-map-bg.webp

amara-1-profile.jpg

amara-1.png

angmar.jpg

aobo-wang-12.jpg

aratar-sm.png

aredhel-and-eol-by-samo-art-db83vdi-pre.jpg

art-updated-again-druid-circles-emblem-v0-f9pj28kci6p81.webp

bloodchalise.jpg

celeborn-1.png

circleofsix-star.jpg

druid-circle-forest.jpeg

druidorder.jpg

eldercolleges.gif

elegant-green-gemstone-forest-ring-nature-inspired-jewelry-design-d-gold-high-craft-shiny-macro-enchanting-gems-perfect-360807307.webp

elenar-lineage.webp

elf_3_by_kolipsoai_dhhfgza-414w-2x.jpg

elf_3_by_kolipsoai_dhhfi6u-414w-2x.jpg

elf__by_kolipsoai_dhklsfs-414w-2x.jpg

elf_by_kolipsoai_dhjphh3-pre.jpg

elven-female.jpg

faeryl-1.png

feiniel1.png

finduilen-1-new.png

finduilen-2.png

galadriel_by_wiredbadger_djwo0wd-pre.jpg

goddessoflight.jpg

goldelf.jpg

harpers.png

harpers2.webp

human-dnd-art.jpg

idhassi-9.png

idhassi-9a-s.png

iraborn.jpg

ithryn-emrais-1-sm.png

ithryn-emrais.webp

ithrynsring.png

lothiel2-profile.webp

lothiel2.webp

lucaldyl.webp

lucifer_by_crow_god_d5cx9vc-pre.jpg

melina-alathilis-1.webp

melina-alathilis-4-p.webp

melina-alathilis-4.webp

mielikki-1.png

mtg-zendikar-rising-nissa.jpg

open__adoptable_elven_girl__320_by_avengerb6_djh8vk7-414w-2x.jpg

ring-of-the-initiate-Ilmarien.png

ro2koaAO65SutvcOqQUZuwXuWZSAVRc5rvasyKPm.png

s-l960.jpg

seekers.png

selene-1-new.png

selene-1-profile.png

selene-1.png

selene-2.png

selene-3.png

selene-4.png

shadowdruid.jpg

shadowheart_by_aiparadis_djeqowi-414w-2x.jpg

shadowmoon-crystalembers.jpeg

shadowmoon3.jpg

shadowowls.webp

sorcs-darktower.jpeg

tel-danien.jpg

tel-lasien-green-elf.webp

the-aratar-1-sm.jpg

the_nightstar_a_beautiful_sketch_of_an_elven_ring_of_power_set__553c18e2-7138-4887-b92d-631dd6cdaf65.png

the_nightstar_a_beautiful_sketch_of_an_elven_ring_of_power_set__960db72b-1152-4b13-b9df-731d4f549873.png

the_nightstar_a_dark_image_of_a_medival_town_like_Bree_of_Middl_899dace4-e706-45c3-8255-93d30bbe4dd6.png

the_nightstar_a_dark_image_of_a_medival_town_like_Bree_of_Middl_899dace4-e706-45c3-8255-93d30bbe4dd6.webp

theshadow.jpeg

thewand.jpg

tindomiel2.png

tindomiel2.webp

tumblr_d87ed13030d98ed2a2d3ca70015be9c5_f8ef1487_1280.jpg

turin-turandal-1.png

turin-turandal-3.jpg

turin1.jpeg

turin2.jpeg

warhammer-war-battle-demons-wallpaper.jpg

zemira-1.png

Description

The Old Faith in Aeriador is a unique religious order that venerates three deities in a single religion. This faith unites the worship of Silvanus, the Oakfather, Selûne, the Moon Mother, and Mielikki, their daughter, under the guidance of druids as their priests. The druids uphold the tenets and values of these deities, seeking to maintain a balance in nature and preserve the sanctity of the world they inhabit. This summary provides an overview of the Old Faith and descriptions of its three revered deities, drawing upon original D&amp;D source material for authenticity.I. Silvanus, the Oakfather: Silvanus, the Oakfather, is the head of the tri-god hierarchy of the Old Faith. He is the god of nature, wild places, and druidic magic. As the patron deity of druids and the embodiment of the untamed wilderness, Silvanus is often depicted as a wise, ancient being with the visage of an oak tree or an elderly, bearded man with leaves and vines adorning his body. He is known to be stern, slow to anger, but implacable when roused. Druids who worship Silvanus dedicate themselves to preserving the natural world, promoting growth, and maintaining the delicate balance between civilization and wilderness.II. Selûne, the Moon Mother: Selûne, the Moon Mother, is the wife of Silvanus and the second deity in the tri-god hierarchy. She is the goddess of the moon, stars, and navigation, often associated with the ebb and flow of the tides and the cycle of life. Selûne is depicted as a beautiful, ethereal woman with silver hair and radiant, moonlit skin. She is a kind and compassionate deity, offering guidance to those who seek her wisdom, especially during times of darkness or uncertainty. Druids who venerate Selûne focus on the importance of cycles, transitions, and the balance between light and darkness, acknowledging that change is an essential part of existence.III. Mielikki, the Forest Queen, Daughter of Silvanus: Mielikki is the daughter of Silvanus and Selûne and the third deity of the Old Faith. She is the goddess of forests, woodlands, and the creatures that dwell within them. Mielikki is known as a gentle and nurturing deity, responsible for the health and growth of forests and the protection of their inhabitants. She is often depicted as a young woman with green hair, dressed in leaves and adorned with flowers. Mielikki is closely associated with rangers, hunters, and those who respect and protect the natural world. Druids who follow Mielikki are dedicated to the conservation of forests and the creatures that inhabit them, ensuring that the wilderness thrives and remains a haven for all living beings.The Sacrament of Natural Orders of the Old Faith in AeriadorIn the world of Aeriador, the Old Faith represents one of the oldest and most respected religions. It venerates the natural world and its balance, embracing the power of the elements and the wild. The Old Faith, as a religion, serves the Nature Triad comprised of Silvanus, the Oakfather, Selûne, the Moon Mother, and Mielikki, the forest queen. Druids, as the central figures of this faith, maintain a structured hierarchy of three Orders. This document outlines the Sacrament of Natural Orders of the Old Faith in Aeriador, describing the three ordained orders within the faith and an additional order existing outside its structure. Progression in ranks, and especially progression from one Order to the next, can only happen with the proper approval, selection, or challenge as it is appropriate for the next level of rank. The only exceptions are Aspirant to Ovate is automatic, and within the Initiates, progression is automatic until the 8th Circle where the only way to advance is the druidic Challenge. Challenge is the most accepted method of advancement for Initiates going into the 8th and 9th Circles, and for progression from 9th Circle into the Order of Druids to become a Druid. Advancement to Archdruid is also mostly through the druidic Challenge, but advancement to Great Druid and Grand Druid are through selection only.I. Order of Druids: The Order of Druids forms the highest echelon within the Old Faith's religious hierarchy. These individuals hold positions of great responsibility and authority. The Order of Druids is further divided into four distinct ranks, each with its own duties and roles:Grand Druid (D15): The Grand Druid serves as the spiritual leader of the Old Faith in Aeriador, guiding the faith's direction and maintaining its core principles. As the chief figure within the druidic hierarchy, the Grand Druid is responsible for overseeing the spiritual growth and development of all druids in Aeriador. There is only one Grand Druid in Aeriador at a time for the Old Faith, and that person is the Grand Druid of Silvanus, Selûne, and Mielikki. The Grand Druid is their Chosen.Great Druids (D14): Great Druids are the regional leaders within the Old Faith, overseeing the activities of druids within their designated territories. They provide guidance to the Archdruids under their jurisdiction and ensure the consistent application of the faith's teachings across their regions.Archdruids (D13): Archdruids serve as the spiritual leaders for their local communities, guiding and mentoring the Druids, Initiates, and Ovates within their areas. They are responsible for the spiritual well-being of their congregation and act as intermediaries between the Great Druids and the lower ranks.Druids (D12): Druids represent the backbone of the Old Faith's hierarchy, serving as the practitioners, teachers, and protectors of the natural world. They are skilled in the arts of nature and elemental magic and dedicate their lives to preserving the balance of the world. Druids are leaders and advisors in their local communities, and they are generally responsible for the order and leadership of the Initiates below them.II. Order of Initiates: The Order of Initiates comprises those who have been ordained into the Old Faith but have not yet achieved the fullness of the highest Order of Druids. They serve as helpers of Druids, tenders of groves, healers, advisors, and teachers. As fully ordained priests of nature, they have the full power and backing of the Old Faith behind them, and they have authority to conduct rituals, ritual spells, ceremonies, and provide blessings. Initiates are fully devoted to the Druids they serve. The Initiates are further divided into 9 Circles or Ranks, with each higher Circle outranking the ones below it, granting them greater authority within the faith.Initiate of the 1st Circle (D3)Initiate of the 2nd Circle (D4)Initiate of the 3rd Circle (D5)Initiate of the 4th Circle (D6)Initiate of the 5th Circle (D7)Initiate of the 6th Circle (D8)Initiate of the 7th Circle (D9)Initiate of the 8th Circle (D10)Initiate of the 9th Circle (D11)III. Order of Ovates: The Order of Ovates are the ordained laypeople of the Old Faith. They are ordained for service and serve the Order of Initiates and Order of Druids in many capacities. Druids and Archdruids are known to have Ovates act as lore keepers, assist in rituals, and even act as teachers to unordained. These are the workers of the Old Faith. The Order of Ovates is further divided into two ranks: Aspirants (druid level 1) and Ovates (druid level 2).Aspirants: Aspirants represent the first step on the path to serving the Old Faith. They are typically responsible for tending to the sacred groves, assisting in rituals, and learning the basic principles of the faith. As the foundation of the Order of Ovates, Aspirants support the higher-ranking members in their duties, while receiving guidance and instruction from both Druids and Ovates. An Aspirant will remain an Aspirant for a minimum of three years before progressing to Ovate.Ovates: Ovates are ordained for service within the Old Faith and possess a deeper understanding of its teachings than Aspirants. They serve as advisors, healers, and caretakers of sacred groves, ensuring the preservation of nature's balance. Ovates may also assist in leading rituals and ceremonies, provide counsel to Initiates and Druids, and share their knowledge with Aspirants as they progress on their spiritual journey. An Ovate will remain an Ovate for a minimum of four years before they are ready to progress to Initiate of the 1st Circle. Progression is not automatic, and a special counsel of Initiates of the 9th Circle will convene annually in the spring to select Ovates who have fulfilled their service and show the maturity and responsibility to be in the Order of the Initiates.IV. Order of Hierophants: The Order of Hierophants exists outside the traditional hierarchy of the Old Faith, representing a group of individuals who have achieved profound spiritual insight and understanding of the natural world. These enigmatic figures often serve as mentors, guides, or guardians of ancient knowledge and sacred sites, preserving the essence of the Old Faith beyond the confines of its formal structure.

Cancel