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Sacraments of Union

Unionism has several Sacraments, or Rituals, performed throughout one's lifetime, which are done by clergy during key points in a Unionist's life. Some are optional, such as the Sacrament of Harmony and Humanum, though the Sacrament of Entry and Everwatch are mandatory for all Unionists. The only strict requirement for undergoing a Sacrament is that is must be performed by an ordained member of the clergy, as any layperson conducting a Sacrament is guilty of performing heresy.

Sacrament of Birth Blessing

The first Sacrament in most Unionist lives is the Birth Blessing. Upon the birth of a Human in a Unionist family, the baby must be blessed by a priest reading the First Creed to the baby, usually when it has just come out of its mother. This Sacrament represents initiation of the Human baby into the duty and rights of a Unionist, but also serves to cleanse the newborn of any past non-Human life they may have suffered, to prepare them for their second chance at redemption.

Applicable to: Newborn Humans in Unionist Families

Sacrament of Communal Entry

The next Sacrament is the first mandatory Sacrament to be undergone by a Unionist, as it is considered a Unionist's formal entrance into Communion with the rest of the Unionist Divine, and as a public proclamation of one's duty to the Great Way. Consequently, it is also the first Sacrament taken as a non-Unionist who wishes to convert from their previous faith. In this Sacrament, Unionist-born children at the age of 10 years old (or converts) must profess the Creeds of Union, and be able to provide a rudimentary summary of what each one means during the sermon. After completion of their recitation, the presiding priest traces an Eye of Union on the forehead of the individual with Holy Water, before concluding with a blessing and proclamation of their formal entry into the Unionist Divine.

Applicable to: All Unionists/Converts

Sacrament of Harmony

The Sacrament of Harmony is performed to each wedding made in the Unionist Divine. If divorced or widowed, the Sacrament of Harmony is repeated with every new spouse, meaning the Sacraments of Harmony duplicate. A Unionist who divorced their first spouse and remarried, thus has two Sacraments of Harmony. Note, because Sects and Churches are allowed to have their own interpretation of what passes for a marriage (including whether or not they accept same-sex or interracial marriages), it is quite possible to have a Sacrament of Harmony that is recognized by one clergyman but rejected by another. It should be noted that a State marriage isn't exactly the same as a Church marriage. The Church and the State do not have the same ideology or legislation concerning marriage, and as such having a marriage legal by State Law is not always the same as getting a marriage from the Church. Generally speaking however, any marriage performed by the Unionist Divine is accepted by the Regalian State, but not vice versa.

For a more in-depth explaination of the Sacrament of Harmony, and how it is performed, please read here.

Applicable to: Those who are married in the Unionist Divine

Sacrament of Humanum

The Sacrament of Humanum is intended for individuals who have their soul status elevated to that of a Human's, when their body is still non-Human. This Sacrament is still issued by the Conclave but not officially performed since it is always implied when the Emperor through the Imperial Spirit promotes someone's soul. This Sacrament is the rarest Sacrament, since Emperors very rarely promote anyone. In fact, many Emperors have gone through life never promoting any individual to Humanum.

Applicable to: Human Soul Status Grants

Sacrament of Slumber

The final Sacrament is the Sacrament of Slumber, the death ritual. The Sacrament of Slumber is performed for those who have passed, but it differs radically per social class. Richer citizens can afford a crypt burial, involving priests reciting the relevant Creeds and heavy use of incense, while the more common folk will simply be cremated and their ashes put in a grave with a simple prayer. It is custom to dress the dead in robes of black, while all those who mourn for their death are dressed in pure white. This is to emphasize that even if the deceased cannot see themselves, they can always see those who are still on Aloria and living, and focus their energy to further their cause instead of any worldly selfish desires.

Applicable to: All dead Unionists

School Name	Location	State Allegiance	Entry Requirements	Duration of Education	Taught Proficiencies
State Academy for Officers	City of Regalia	Regalian Empire	Any Ailor at least 14 years old	10 Years	General Command, Rapier Combat
Lutherstadt Kriegsakademie	Lutherstadt, Greater Calemberg	Regalian Empire	Ailor Men at least 14 years old	8 Years	Rapier Combat, General Command
Thr-Aenqaal Ellar School of Prefect of War	Paarthalaar	Dread Empire	Kathar at least 14 years old	10 Years	General Command, Magic
Masayan School of Warfare	Korbamakora	Songaskian Masaya	Songaskia at least 14 years old	10 Years	General Command, Warwhip Combat
Aestar Military Academy	City of Axford, Anglia	Regalian Empire	Any Ailor at least 14 years old	6 Years	General Command
Accademia del Tuono Ruggente	Alabano, Vultaro	Regalian Empire	Any Ailor and Orc at least 14 years old	4 Years	General Command, Siege Command, Fortification Arts
Lycee Fort Taktiker	Konigsberg, Greater Calemberg	Regalian Empire	Ailor Men at least 14 years old	4 Years	Siege Command, Fortification Arts
Collegio del soffio Infuocato di Polvere da spara	Lampeporta, Vultaro	Regalian Empire	Any Ailor at least 14 years old	3 Years	Siege Command
Lycee de la Rousette	Vixhall	Regalian Empire	Ailor Men at least 14 years old	6 Years	Frontline Command
Suvial Academy of the Guardian	Uttrasamela, Avela Monvarindra	Suvial Principalities	Suvial Altalar	20 Years	General Command, Magic