Wela

Predominantly revered among monastic orders and those who seek understanding beyond the physical realm.

Wela is enshrined in the mystique as the deity of time and ki, embodying the flow of the universe's life force and the continuum upon which all existence treads.

This deity commands the aspects of temporal passage, destiny, and the intrinsic energy that connects all living beings.

Wela is seen as a Neutral primordial deity, often visualized as a gray entity, naked with a skin of muted grays, and a calm visage that eludes definition. At their side, a staff topped with a vibrant piece of amber, symbolizing the preciousness and accumulation of time and energy, is always present.   The worship of Wela is not bound by the constructs of grand temples or elaborate rituals. Instead, it is a deity whose adoration is found in meditation, where followers offer their most valuable asset: time itself. Monks and those who pursue a deeper connection with the flows of ki dedicate countless hours in meditative sacrifice, seeking to align their ki with the universal currents Wela oversees.

Tenets

The core tenet of Wela emphasizes the sacredness of time and the pursuit of harmony with the universe's rhythms,

• Value and respect the passage of time, recognizing its role in growth and decay.

Additional tenets include,

• Seek balance within oneself and the surrounding world, understanding that both are interconnected through ki.
• Dedicate moments of stillness and meditation as offerings, enhancing one’s connection to Wela and the broader cosmos.
• Pursue wisdom through the understanding of life's impermanence and the cycles of nature.
• (see Attuned / Monks)

Afterlife

Wela's afterlife is also shrouded in mystery, but their most devoted followers believe in a transcendent afterlife, where the soul embarks on a journey through the vast "tapestry of time". It is a realm where "moments are both infinite and ephemeral, allowing souls to experience the myriad facets of existence across different lifetimes and realities". (Whatever the fuck that means)

Entrance into this afterlife is not guaranteed by mere worship but by a profound alignment of one’s ki with the universal flow, a testament to a life spent in contemplation, balance, and understanding.

Worship

The symbol of Wela, an amber encased within three interlocking circles, represents the cyclical nature of time and the accumulation of spiritual energy. Shrines dedicated to Wela are often found in places of natural calm or seclusion, serving as sanctuaries for meditation and reflection.   Among the most devoted are the monastic orders, for whom the practice of meditative sacrifice is both a way of life and a form of worship. These practitioners are not only adherents but also guardians of ancient knowledge and the teachings of Wela, seeking to embody the deity’s principles in every breath and movement.   In communities that revere Wela, it is common to find gatherings at dawn or dusk, times that symbolize transitions and the fluidity of time, where individuals meditate together, offering their collective time as a sacred gift to the deity.