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'''Merrik Jenlek''' is the Divine Father of the universe of [[Lethurèa]], the co-Creator of all spirit children within it, and one of the oldest and most revered [[Divines]] in the [[Yonder Realm]]. He is the eternal consort of [[Meera Jenlek]], with whom he conceived countless spirits, established the [[Kingdoms of It' | '''Merrik Jenlek''' is the Divine Father of the universe of [[Lethurèa]], the co-Creator of all spirit children within it, and one of the oldest and most revered [[Divines]] in the [[Yonder Realm]]. He is the eternal consort of [[Meera Jenlek]], with whom he conceived countless spirits, established the [[Kingdoms of It'slâmwâ]], and shaped the universal laws governing justice, love, and transformation. He is not to be confused with [[Merik Teslek]], a mortal valorèin and prophesied Hero of Lethurèa. | ||
{{Divine | {{Divine | ||
|name=Merrik Jenlek | |name=Merrik Jenlek | ||
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|symbols=Celestial flame encircling a crystal sphere of deep blue and gold | |symbols=Celestial flame encircling a crystal sphere of deep blue and gold | ||
|notable_acts=Creation of [[Lethurèa]], establishment of the [[Kingdoms of It' | |notable_acts=Creation of [[Lethurèa]], establishment of the [[Kingdoms of It'slâmwâ]], creation of the [[Elements of It'slâmwâ]], selection of the [[First-Flames]] and [[Chosen Hero and Heroine]], banishment of transgressors to [[Gozog'nok]] and [[Kôl'nok]] | ||
|manifestation_method=A serene voice heard by all; appears in visions robed in flame | |manifestation_method=A serene voice heard by all; appears in visions robed in flame | ||
|servants=[[Naa'ôna]], [[Deity (Lethurèa)]], [[Minor Deity (Lethurèa)]] | |servants=[[Naa'ôna]], [[Deity (Lethurèa)]], [[Minor Deity (Lethurèa)]] | ||
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Merrik created the universe of [[Lethurèa]] after ascending to godhood—though the time of its conception is beyond mortal reckoning. His most sacred and renowned acts include: | Merrik created the universe of [[Lethurèa]] after ascending to godhood—though the time of its conception is beyond mortal reckoning. His most sacred and renowned acts include: | ||
Establishing the [[Elements of It' | Establishing the [[Elements of It'slâmwâ]], sacred divine materials granted to the worthy. | ||
Bestowing the [[Kingdoms of It' | Bestowing the [[Kingdoms of It'slâmwâ]], ten ascending realms of spiritual merit. | ||
Calling forth the [[Naa'ôna]], divine spirits who carry his light to the universes. | Calling forth the [[Naa'ôna]], divine spirits who carry his light to the universes. | ||
Choosing the [[First-Flames]]—[[Merek Tetorak]] and [[Myhhra Tetorak]]—and later the [[Chosen Hero and Heroine]], [[Merik Teslek]] and [[ | Choosing the [[First-Flames]]—[[Merek Tetorak]] and [[Myhhra Tetorak]]—and later the [[Chosen Hero and Heroine]], [[Merik Teslek]] and [[Mêra Ûrlek Teslek]], to battle evil. | ||
== Servants and Worship == | == Servants and Worship == | ||
Pilgrims who reach the [[Sacred Circles]] may be admitted into the Pillar of Light, where they are transformed into [[Minor Deity (Lethurèa)|Minor Deities]] upon receiving a single [[Element of It' | Pilgrims who reach the [[Sacred Circles]] may be admitted into the Pillar of Light, where they are transformed into [[Minor Deity (Lethurèa)|Minor Deities]] upon receiving a single [[Element of It'slâmwâ]]. Those destined from birth—such as the [[First-Flames]]—may receive all Elements and ascend to full [[Deity (Lethurèa)|Divinity]]. | ||
Merrik is worshipped in countless temples throughout [[Lethurèa]], especially by fathers, judges, and those seeking wisdom. The righteous slain—those who die defending the innocent or protecting the [[Free Species]]—are said to be welcomed by Merrik himself into [[Alendil]], the Tenth Kingdom of It' | Merrik is worshipped in countless temples throughout [[Lethurèa]], especially by fathers, judges, and those seeking wisdom. The righteous slain—those who die defending the innocent or protecting the [[Free Species]]—are said to be welcomed by Merrik himself into [[Alendil]], the Tenth Kingdom of It'slâmwâ, also known as the Halls of Endless Splendor. | ||
== Redemption and Judgment == | == Redemption and Judgment == | ||
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Major transgressors (e.g. murderers, violators of the innocent) are cast into [[Gozog'nok]] until Judgement Day. | Major transgressors (e.g. murderers, violators of the innocent) are cast into [[Gozog'nok]] until Judgement Day. | ||
Lesser transgressors (e.g. liars, thieves) dwell in [[Kôl'nok]], the lowest Kingdom of It' | Lesser transgressors (e.g. liars, thieves) dwell in [[Kôl'nok]], the lowest Kingdom of It'slâmwâ. | ||
Those with remorse, and with the witness of others, may ascend before final judgment. | Those with remorse, and with the witness of others, may ascend before final judgment. | ||
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== Symbols and Artifacts == | == Symbols and Artifacts == | ||
Merrik's divine symbol is the celestial flame encircling a crystal sphere of deep blue and gold. His tears, when shed, fall as [[Ore of It' | Merrik's divine symbol is the celestial flame encircling a crystal sphere of deep blue and gold. His tears, when shed, fall as [[Ore of It'slâmwâ]], a sacred metal used to forge weapons of light and justice. He grants such ore to those he deems worthy through the Naa'ôna, and it is considered an honor above all others. | ||
== Relationship to Meera Jenlek == | == Relationship to Meera Jenlek == | ||