Anerosei

The Aethereal Ecclesiarchy of Aneros

𐌰𐌴𐌸𐌴𐍂𐌹𐍉𐍃 𐌴𐌺𐌺𐌻𐌴𐍃𐌹𐍉𐍃 𐌴𐌹𐍃 𐌰𐌽𐌴𐍂𐍉𐍃

Aetherios Ecclesios eis Aneros

Aethereal Seal of the Ecclesiarchy

Founding (Lore)	1 PA
Founding (Real Life)	21st March 2025
Leaders	Konstantious Cestari (Founder) Melevor Cestari (Incumbent)
Scripture	Aethereal Sacrament 𐌰𐌴𐌸𐌴𐍂𐌹𐍉𐍃 𐍃𐌰𐌺𐍂𐍉𐍃𐌼𐌴𐌽𐍄𐌰𐍂𐌿𐌼 Aetherios Sacrosmentarum
Language	High Solyssian
Place of Origin	Solestra, Astarios
Theology	Anerosei
Number of Followers	3

The Aethereal Ecclesiarchy of Aneros (High Solyssian: 𐌰𐌴𐌸𐌴𐍂𐌹𐍉𐍃 𐌴𐌺𐌺𐌻𐌴𐍃𐌹𐍉𐍃 𐌴𐌹𐍃 𐌰𐌽𐌴𐍂𐍉𐍃, translit. Aetherios Ecclesios eis Aneros) also known as the Ecclesiarchy, its High Solyssian equivalent - Ecclesios - or simply as Anerosei, is the state religion of the Anercratum of Astarios, a theocratic absolute monarchy from which Anerosei originated. The Ecclesiarchy is headed by the Anercrat, a High Solyssian word which most literally translated into English is "God's Ruler". The Anercrat of the Ecclesiarchy is, in tradition with his ancestors, always held by the eldest male (and therefore head) of House Cestari, as the title is hereditary and has been passed down from the founder of the Ecclesiarchy and Solestra, Konstantious Cestari all the way to his descendant Melevor Cestari, the current Anercrat.

The Ecclesiarchy teaches that the Anercrat descends from a long an ancient bloodline of previous divinely mandated rulers originating from the bloodline of Ior, the son of Aneros, the sole God of the Faith, and thus is given a divine mandate from the heavens. The hierarchy of the Ecclesiarchy is built upon the infallibility and supremacy of the Anercrat, who assigns a number of Ecclesiarchs, typically highly experienced Solestran clergymen, to help govern the Ecclesiarchys day-to-day functions. There are a number of positions below, including Primates, Patriarchs, Archprelates, Prelates, Archpriests, and Priests.

Anerosei is a monotheistic faith, through which one God created all things. First creating the Flame of Creation (and thereby fire and light), Aneros used the Flame to create all things including the Aeons - angelic figures, the Realms of Aether, Nether, Munda and Nihilum, humanity and it's derivatives, plants and all living life. Anerosei believe that within all things good that a "soul flame" burns - a small part of the Flame of Creation and Aneros himself. The Sun takes a central part of the religion's symbolism as it is seen as a symbol of Aneros' will, dominance and victory over all things and spreads His light throughout all of His domain of creation.

Etymology

The term Ecclesiarchy (High Solyssian: 𐌴𐌺𐌺𐌻𐌴𐍃𐌹𐍉𐍃, translit. Ecclesios) originates from Ancient Solyssian, and it is believed the Ecclesiarchy has existed in some form or another for hundreds of years. Ecclesios derives from the ancient "gathering" or "get-together" or "invoking", where it is believed the ancient Solyssians gathered around stone circles with flames in the middle to worship Aneros, and invoke his name and presence among them.

This has developed into the modern High Solyssian Ecclesios, and the Common Ecclesiarchy.

Beliefs

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Golden Precepts

The Golden Precepts are the religious commandments of Aneros given to his son, Ior for his people Solyssia, and for all humanity when they should convert. The words were carved into bark from ancient tree near where Aneros spoke to Ior, and have been engraved in gold. The original Precepts remain in the care of the Ecclesiarchy within the Aneriad.

I. Obedience to Aneros

I. For thee and for thy brothers and sisters I hath created this world, and the heavens, if they obey Me through thee and thy teachings they will find eternal rest by my side in the Aether, for just as I created the heavens and the earth, I too created the Nether for the disobedient, evil and malicious.

Aneros directly tells us that He created this world, and all other Realms and things, and that if we are obedient to Him through the teachings of the Ecclesiarchy that we will find rest by his side in the Aether once we pass from the material world. He warns us that if we do not uphold His laws and teachings that we will be forever damned to the Nether for disobedience, evil, and for malice. This Precept establishes the fundamental principles of faith, obedience, and divine justice, laying the foundation for all other teachings within the Ecclesiarchy. It is both a promise of paradise and a warning of judgment, ensuring that all mortals understand the stakes of their choices in life.

II. False Idols

II. They are sinners who hast given themselves, their heart, body and soul, to another god for I am the One, and all others before Me are false idols.

Aneros makes clear that He alone is the one true God, and any who turn away from Him to worship another have surrendered themselves to falsehood and corruption. To follow another deity is not merely an act of ignorance but an act of betrayal - a wilful rejection of the Creator in favour of deception. These so-called "gods" are not divine but wicked spirits and demons, leading mortals astray to claim their souls. Aneros warns that idolatry is not just an offense against Him but a self-inflicted damnation, as those who kneel before false idols will find no salvation, only ruin. Just as He is the source of all truth, His faithful followers must stand against falsehood, rejecting false worship and purging the land of deception. Those who forsake Aneros will be cast out from His grace, both in life and after death, while those who remain steadfast will share in His eternal light.

III. Seven Mortal Sins

III. Foul are they who hath fallen in their heart to the seven mortal sins of lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy and pride. In doing so they waste My gift of life on selfish endeavours, and they shalt find no rest in this world or the next.

Aneros condemns those that would use His greatest gift to us, life, in immoral and wasteful ways. To use life in such wasteful and selfish ways is not only to reject Aneros, but to reject self. Aneros warns that going down such paths will lead to a person's soul remaining within the Nether for the rest of time. The seven mortal sins are a corruption of the soul, leading one away from righteousness and into self-destruction. Aneros, in His divine wisdom, has granted life as a sacred gift, meant to be cherished and used in devotion, virtue, and service. Those who fall to lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy, and pride reject this sacred purpose, surrendering themselves to baseness and corruption. Such individuals squander the time given to them, forsaking the path of righteousness for fleeting indulgences. Aneros warns that such a life leads only to torment and despair, for they shall find no peace in this world nor salvation in the next, instead wandering eternally in the Nether, severed from His divine grace.

IV. Harming Others without Provocation

IV. All of Man are the work of My loving hand: from lowliest servant to highest king, woe on them who bring them harm without provocation.

This Precept lays the groundwork for self-defense and justice. To harm another unjustly is not merely an offense against man, but a direct offense against Aneros Himself, who crafted that life. This does not forbid all forms of violence, but rather unprovoked and unjust harm. Those who wage war righteously, uphold justice, or defend against wickedness do not violate this law. Instead, this precept condemns cruelty, murder, and oppression - acts driven by malice, greed, or personal gain, rather than divine justice or necessity. When judged in front of Aneros after dying all people are made equal, and so regardless of who commits misdeed, those who do will be judged accordingly.

V. False Witness

V. Damned be they who bear false witness, break their oath or honour and work to deceive. Let them know this, there is but one truth: all things are known to Me, and I shall judge thee on thy lies.

Aneros is all-knowing and all-seeing. When one swears to the truth, or an oath this is not simple meaningless words. These are not just social transgressions but violations of divine law. To deceive is to stand against the nature of Aneros, who is truth itself. Those who engage in such acts are declared damned, meaning they risk divine judgment and spiritual ruin. Aneros, being omniscient, sees all things, including the hidden deceit within men’s hearts. No falsehood, however small or concealed, escapes divine sight. This Precept serves as both a warning and a reminder - human judgment may be evaded, but divine justice is inescapable. The guilty will be weighed and judged, their lies revealed in full when they stand before Aneros.

VI. Theft

VI. Those who steal from others do their brothers and sisters a great harm. I see this with a heavy heart and shall consign those who would partake in it both directly and indirectly to the Flames.

This passage establishes that theft is not merely an act of taking property, but an act of betrayal and harm against one's fellow man. To steal is to disrupt the natural order of providence, taking what is not rightfully given and depriving another of what Aneros has allowed them to have. Whether it is wealth, food, land, or labor, the act of stealing breeds suffering, distrust, and disorder in society. This passage reveals the divine sorrow theft causes, showing that such acts are not just legal violations but personal betrayals against Aneros Himself. Theft is not simply about material loss - it represents greed, selfishness, and a lack of faith in divine providence. Those who steal act out of distrust in Aneros’ provision, seeking to take rather than receive. Furthermore, punishment is not only for those who steal directly but also for those who indirectly enable or profit from theft. This includes those who buy stolen goods, turn a blind eye to corruption, or exploit dishonest gains. Aneros warns that those who do these things will be consigned to the Flames, warning eternal damnation in the Nether.

VII. Ancestor Veneration

VII. Respect and revere thy ancestors, for they paved the path between thy reconciliation with Me.

This Precept establishes that ancestors are worthy of both respect and reverence, not simply as past generations but as guiding figures whose deeds shaped the present. To respect them means to uphold their teachings, traditions, and wisdom. To revere them means to acknowledge their divine role in the Faith and to honour their memory through prayers, rituals, and righteous living. In the Anerosei Faith, ancestors are not just personal forebears but also spiritual forerunners - the faithful who laid the foundations of worship, civilization, and moral order. Their sacrifices, struggles, and victories are what allow their descendants to walk the path of faith today. Was it not the ancient Solyssians whom Aneros so proudly acclaimed? Was it not the deeds of the Cestar which glorified Him and prevented the Mavros' dominion on Munda? To dishonour one's ancestors, then, is not merely a personal failing but a rejection of the very path that leads to salvation. By honouring them, believers continue their legacy of faith and ensure that future generations remain in harmony with the Divine.

VIII. Marriage is a Covenant

VIII. Marriage is a sacred covenant between Me and a young family, those who sullen their vows will be rejected from the gates of the Aether.

This phrase defines marriage as more than a social contract or personal arrangement - it is a covenant made before and with Aneros. A covenant is not merely a promise but a holy and unbreakable bond, upheld by divine will. Marriage is not just a bond between two individuals but the foundation of a new family, which is blessed and guided by Aneros. Through this covenant, Aneros becomes an ever-present figure in the household, ensuring the family walks in righteousness. Aneros warns against breaking the sacred trust of marriage. To "sullen" one's vows means to betray, corrupt, or disregard them. This can include infidelity, abandonment, dishonesty, or failing to uphold the duties of marriage. Since the marriage covenant is made with Aneros, to betray one's spouse is not merely a personal failure - it is a direct offense against the Divine.

IX. Foundations of the Ecclesiarchy

IX. All they who wish to join at My side on their final day must follow My line, and the line of my son Ior, and the teachings of My Ecclesiarchy, for they art the rock upon which I will build my Ecclesiarchy.

Here, Aneros establishes a sacred lineage - a divine order through which His truth is revealed. To "follow His line" means to remain faithful to His chosen rulers, prophets, and anointed clergy, as they are His representatives on Munda. Referring to Ior, signifies that Ior and his descendants serve as divine intermediaries, and have filled this role as Anercrats. The teachings, deeds, and legacy of Ior and of his descendants, the Cestari, form the core of the Ecclesiarchy, and it is through their guidance that the Ecclesiarchy remains aligned with Aneros’ will. To reject the lineage of Aneros and His son is to stray from the ordained path, cutting oneself off from divine grace. This reinforces the idea that faith is not a personal, subjective journey but a structured, hierarchical order established by the One Himself. The core of this Precept declares the Ecclesiarchy as the sole institution through which divine truth is revealed and upheld. It is not a human-made organization, but one founded by Aneros Himself, built upon the teachings of Ior and the righteous succession of faith. By referring to the Ecclesiarchy as "the rock," the Precept establishes it as the unshakable foundation of faith - eternal, unchanging, and divinely ordained. Just as a rock is firm, immovable, and enduring, so too must the Ecclesiarchy stand against heresy, corruption, and the forces of spiritual decay.

X. Baptism

X. In front of the gates of the Aether I shall reject all they who hath not been cleansed of their sin and joined under My Ecclesiarchy afore a man of the robes.

The final Precept establishes baptism as a sacred and non-negotiable rite of passage into the faith of Aneros. It is not merely a ritual, but a divine covenant, marking the individual as cleansed of sin and bound eternally to the Ecclesiarchy. Those who have not undergone this sanctification are denied entry into the Aether, cut off from Aneros' divine grace for eternity. The Anerosei baptismal rite, is a ceremony in which an initiate undergoes a sacred purification of body, soul, and spirit. This is not merely symbolic but a literal transformation, ensuring that the believer is reborn in faith and made worthy before the eyes of Aneros. Without this purification, the soul remains tainted by the imperfections of the mortal world, unable to withstand the divine presence. This Precept reinforces the necessity of baptism - without it, no matter how righteous one's deeds may be, salvation remains forever out of reach. Baptism is not an individual act - it must be performed under the authority of the Ecclesiarchy, witnessed and conducted by an ordained clergyman ("a man of the robes"). Faith is not a personal or private matter; it is a sacred allegiance to Aneros and His Ecclesiarchy. The initiate must not only cleanse themselves of sin but also publicly swear loyalty to Aneros, the Ecclesiarchy, and its sacred teachings. This act is both a spiritual rebirth and a declaration of absolute devotion.

Anerosei Virtues

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Ancestor Veneration

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Sins

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Proselytisation

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Symbology

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Banner of the Ecclesiarchy and the Anercratum of Astarios

Great Solas

Since time immemorial the symbol of the Faith has been the Sun. The ancient Solyssians believed that the Sun was Aneros' greatest symbol of victory over the forces of evil, the most identifiable symbol to a mortal that He could be, for He is beyond mere mortal comprehension. The Sun has time and time again been linked to miracles of Anerosei, most notably the Awakening of Aneros, when a solar eclipse occurred. The Sun is venerated as the bringer of life and light, banishing the darkness which shrouds the world each night and ushering in a new day. Differing from a standard Solas, the Great Solas is the sun which is in use by the Ecclesiarchy featuring 8 pointed peaks, and 8 jagged peaks. This depiction of the Solas is used both as a seal of the Ecclesiarchy, and as a flag, typically depicted with an Anerosei halo around it representing it being a sacred symbol.

Aneros

Over time there has been various depictions of Aneros, some depict him to in the form of a giant white Elk with golden antlers, an animal native to the ancient Solyssian homeland or as a white ram with similar golden features. These animalistic depictions have vanished as time has gone on. Since the Awakening of Aneros there have been two ways of depiction of the God among religious works which gain the backing and support of the Ecclesiarchy. The first is to depict Him as a humanoid of pure flame - as if the Sun were a man, walking, and talking. The second is to depict Him in a similar manner to the Cestar, as beliefs of the two becoming one have circulated in mysticism since the days of the Sacrifice, clad in the iconic golden and masked armour depicting a man with sun rays protruding from his helmet.

Aethereal Sacrament

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History

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Subdivisions and Structure

The primus inter pares of these Ecclesiarchs is the Ecclesiarch of Solestra, who is the Chancellor of the Ecclesiarchy, and who serves as the Prelate of the Aneriad, the Faith's main church. Below the Ecclesiarchs is the position of Primate, who are two clergyman appointed by the Anercrat to oversee the affairs of the Ecclesiarchy in the two hemispheres of the world - east, and west. Below a Primate is a Patriarch, a clergyman who oversees a large territory and a number Prelacies known as a Patriarchy - typically a continent, sub-continent or large country. Below a Patriarch is the posts of Archprelate and Prelate, the positions most similar to that of a Bishop, overseeing numerous Anerchorias from a Cathedral known as a Prelacy, an Archprelate has the same authority as a regular Prelate, they are simply recognised as senior. The two most common positions within the Ecclesiarchy's hierarchy are those of Archpriest and Priest, both of which oversee a similar type of ministry, but of different forms, known as a Anerchoria. An Archpriest oversees a Chantry which is fixed, as in it is bound to an appointed geographical position like a Choria building. A Priest, on the other hand, is a wandering priest-missionary, who conducts Anerosei masses and rituals without a fixed Choria building and works to convert others. The distinction between the two is a recent one emerging from the reforms of Anercrat Melevor Cestari.

Anercrat

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Ecclesiarchat

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Prelatorium

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Primate

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Patriarch

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Archprelate

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Prelate

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Priesthood

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Archpriest

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Priest

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Clerics

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Grand Cleric

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Cleric

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Organisations

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Exalted and Anointed

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Holy Sites

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Sacred Items

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Ceremonies and Masses

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Holy Mass

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Rite of Baptism

The process of Anerosei baptism is unlike other faiths - it is a dramatic trial of faith and devotion, proving the initiate's readiness to enter the fold of Aneros. The rite consists of three stages:

1. The Swearing of Allegiance – The initiate is asked to swear unwavering loyalty to Aneros and the Ecclesiarchy, binding their soul to the divine order. This is not a mere promise but a sacred oath, taken before clergy and the congregation.
2. Drinking the Elixir – The initiate then drinks a holy elixir, said to grant them invulnerability to fire. This elixir represents divine protection, signifying that their faith will make them impervious to the flames of destruction and unshaken by trials.
3. The Step into the Aneraris – With their oath sworn and their body sanctified, the initiate steps into the Aneraris, the sacred blue flame of Aneros found in every church. This fire is the manifestation of divine purity, and only those who are truly faithful may emerge unharmed. The act represents their final transformation, leaving behind their former self and emerging as a full member of the Ecclesiarchy.

The moral and spiritual significance of the Rite of Baptism is great, as it is the joining of a person into the sacred covenant of Aneros. It si essential for salvation, as without it the gates of the Aether remain closed to those who are without it, even if they live a moral and just life. The rite is a divine covenant, marking the initiate as a true believer in the faith of Aneros and His Ecclesiarchy. Salvation is not individual, it requires obedience and unity under the Ecclesiarchy and is preformed in a public ceremony in front of the Priest and the local or national community. The baptismal process is a trial of faith in that the person must engulf themselves quite literally into flames, ensuring that only the worthy are purified. The fire itself is both a test and a blessing. Those who are faithful will emerge, untouched and unburnt, while the unworthy and unbelievers will perish.

The Rite of Baptism enforces the idea that faith is not merely a belief but a commitment, one that requires public devotion, divine trial, and absolute submission to Aneros and His Ecclesiarchy. Those who reject or neglect this rite will find themselves cast away at the final judgment, forever barred from the light of the Aether

Holy Days and Festivals

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Prayers and Hymns

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Language

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High Solyssian

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Common

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