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-====== Orus ======
+====== Orus/Arakh ======
 Called by many names, most often called "The Wellspring of Emotion," and "The Flower Twins," Orus embodies all things that originate from the heart.
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 ===== History =====
+Legends of Orus weave long and varied, but on Jaern is documented the myth of the Flower Twins.
 Before the existence of life, the universe was an entropic place. Land, sea, air and space existed in both perfect balance and disorder for an eternity. All if this was perfect, yet without life, sentiment or reason.
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 ===== Aspects =====
-Orus appears most often when many of his followers appear together to call upon the fragments of them that exists in each of them. The palpability and power of his apparition rely on the size and profundity of devotion within the crowd searching for Orus. They can appear in many forms, from human man or woman, to other races of any gender. The demeanor of Orus's apparition will always be clearly distinguishable and will reflect that of the crowd present.
+Orus appears most often when many of their followers appear together to call upon the fragments of them that exists in each of them. The palpability and power of their apparition rely on the size and profundity of devotion within the crowd searching for Orus. They can appear in many forms, any race, any gender. The demeanor of Orus's apparition will always be clearly distinguishable and will reflect that of the crowd present.
+Cahyalians refer to Orus as Arakh, the Cahyalian-Paroli word for "heart". The deity is often referred to as "the arakh", and priests travel in roving nomadic groups across the world, seeking to enlighten it and spread the message of following one's arakh, free of the shackles the world would seek to bring.
 ===== Priesthood =====
-Each priest is represented within the temple by a following of other priests and/or laypeople. These followers swear allegiance to the priestess, and believe in what the priest says. The status of each priest is directly related to the number of people who have sworn them allegiance. The priestess with the most followers within the Sanctum is called the Beacon.
+Though Orusian temples tend to be disorganized, some of the more organized are referred to as **Sanctums.** Each priest is represented within the temple by a following of other priests and/or laypeople. These followers swear allegiance to the priest, and believe in what the priest says. The status of each priest is directly related to the number of people who have sworn them allegiance. The priest with the most followers within the Sanctum is called the Beacon.
 ==== Organization ====
-The amount of organization within the priesthood is minimal. Each priest is obligated to put most of his efforts into furthering his **Obsedo**, or cause. The Beacon is the liaison between the priests and civilian employees of the temple. These employees are responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Sanctum.
+The amount of organization within the priesthood is minimal. Each priest is obligated to put most of their efforts into furthering their **Obsedo**, or cause. The Beacon is the liaison between the priests and civilian employees of the temple. These employees are responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Sanctum.
-Whenever there is a question of general interest or a decision on policy, the Beacon calls a general meeting of the priests. The topic is presented by the interested parties and a vote is held. Each priest’s vote is weighed by the number of his followers registered on the sanctum roll. While this system seems expedient, in practice it usually degenerates into a roaring colloquy, as groups of priests rambunctiously proclaim their viewpoints.
+Whenever there is a question of general interest or a decision on policy, the Beacon calls a general meeting of the priests. The topic is presented by the interested parties and a vote is held. Each priest’s vote is weighed by the number of their followers registered on the sanctum roll. While this system seems expedient, in practice it usually degenerates into a roaring colloquy, as groups of priests rambunctiously proclaim their viewpoints.
 ==== Becoming a Priest ====
-The requirements of joining the priesthood are simple. The prospective follower of the Flower Twins must experience a devout emotion about anything, and be able to embody it to the members of the Sanctum. The lure of this sect is that initiates learn to use the innate powers of Orus within themselves to express what they fiercely experience.
+The requirements of joining the priesthood are simple. A prospective follower of the Flower Twins must experience a devout emotion about anything, and be able to embody it to the members of the Sanctum. The lure of this sect is that initiates learn to use the innate powers of Orus within themselves to express what they fiercely experience.
-“Learn yourself . ” This is the creed taught to all initiates. Apprentices are organized into groups under the tutelage of a senior priest who encourages them to express their emotions openly and clearly. Often this leads to shouting or meditation sessions that later diverge into all sorts of diverse activities, often suggested by the senior priest. All activities performed under this objective allow the initiates to learn more about their own innate nature.
+“Learn yourself.” This is the creed taught to all initiates. Apprentices are organized into groups under the tutelage of a senior priest who encourages them to express their emotions openly and clearly. Often this leads to shouting or meditation sessions that later diverge into all sorts of diverse activities, often suggested by the senior priest. All activities performed under this objective allow the initiates to learn more about their own innate nature.
 The time spent as an acolyte can vary widely from weeks to decades. An initiate remains an acolyte until they believe they knows themselves well enough to express an **Obsedo**, an object of zeal.