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 Those who do worship Gods actively are in the minority. Most think of them as- by the strictest definition of the word -cults, as in devoted groups of individuals with peculiar and unorthodox practices. The word carries a more negative connotation, however, so it's rarely used in the presence of the religious individuals in question. They're usually harmless, oftentimes helpful or friendly depending on their practices, so they have been allowed to create their own community spaces in certain populated areas. It's hard to be mad at people seeking comfort after many years of drastic changes, after all.
-Clergy or less active worshippers will typically be in smaller groups that practice on their own, leading to a variety of similar, yet never identical methods of worship all done in the name of the same deity. This is both a point of contention and something of interest between the various sects, and depending on the God, might lead to conflict or collaboration.
+Clergy or less active worshippers will typically be in smaller groups that practice on their own, leading to a variety of similar, yet never identical methods of worship all done in the name of the same deity. Teachings and prayers can be interpreted in many ways, so it was inevitable that a variety have emerged within these fledgling cults. This is both a point of contention and something of interest between the various sects, and depending on the God, might lead to conflict or collaboration.
-Most who do practice a religion and curate a public shrine do so more as a "side gig." Religion doesn't pay (unless you follow Mask, and are "taking tithes" from pockets) and very few people are interested in donating money to upkeep those spaces. This is part of the reason why these spaces are smaller or rather shabby looking the majority of the time. Clergy, thus, are usually known for whatever other work they do in the community first, and as clergy second.
+Most who do practice a religion and curate a public shrine do so more as a "side gig." Religion doesn't pay (unless you follow Mask, and are "taking tithes" from pockets) and very few people are interested in donating money to upkeep those spaces. This is part of the reason why these spaces are smaller or rather shabby looking the majority of the time. Clergy, thus, are usually known for whatever other work they do in the community first, and as clergy second. It isn't uncommon, though, for the profession of the clergy to have some ties to their deity of choice. Artisans and engineers make up the majority of [[isva|Isva's]] clergy, while surgeons and necromancers may look to [[valdis|Valdis]] for guidance.
 ====== A List of Worshipped Gods ======