The Fyrashan Spirit Seers are a deeply revered group of spiritual leaders among the Unknown people, possessing profound connections to the Ethereal Plane. These enigmatic individuals serve as guides, protectors, and prophets, safeguarding the balance between life and death, as is the sacred duty of their people. The Spirit Seers are the conduits through which the Fyrashan commune with their Soulkin and the spirits of the afterlife.
Cultural Significance
While all Fyrashan are bound to ancestral spirits, only the Spirit Seers are gifted with the ability to fully traverse the Ethereal Plane and interact with its denizens. These seers act as oracles, mediators, and protectors, ensuring that the Fyrashan’s bond with the afterlife remains strong and untarnished. They are the keepers of ancient rituals, spiritual traditions, and the protectors of their people's sacred burial grounds in the Asbjorn Mountains.
Oracles of Oblivion
Among the Spirit Seers, three individuals hold the elevated and sacred title of Oracles of Oblivion. Only three Oracles exist at any one time, and they are believed to embody the divine aspects of the cycle of life and death:
- The Oracle of Fate – Represents the threads of destiny that bind all beings, mortal and ethereal alike.
- The Oracle of Death – Oversees the transition from life to death, serving as the ferryman between the worlds.
- The Oracle of Afterlife – Guides spirits to their eternal rest or reincarnation, ensuring their journey remains untainted.
The Oracles are considered the most powerful and spiritually attuned Fyrashan, their visions and prophecies shaping the future of their people. They are often consulted by Spirit Seers and Fyrashan leaders for their unparalleled wisdom and insight.
Fate of The Oracles
The last known Oracles of Oblivion—Cyric (Fate), Morai (Death), and Atropos (Afterlife)—met a grim fate during the reign of Khaos unleashed by the risen Warrior-King Varaghast Ghuul. The Chosen of Khaos hunted the Oracles ruthlessly under Varaghast's orders, seeking to sever the spiritual backbone of the Fyrashan people. Their deaths marked a turning point for the Fyrashan, leaving their people without guidance from the Oracles and vulnerable to the forces of chaos.
Despite their loss, the legacy of Cyric, Morai, and Atropos continues to inspire the Fyrashan, and the search for new Oracles is a solemn and ongoing endeavor.
The Path of a Spirit Seer
Becoming a Spirit Seer is not a birthright but a spiritual calling. Those who ascend to the role must undergo rigorous trials of endurance, wisdom, and communion with their Soulkin. The strongest candidates often retreat into the Asbjorn Mountains, where they undertake solitary pilgrimages to commune with the spirits and strengthen their connection to the Ethereal Plane.
Spirit Seers are marked not just by their ethereal tattoos but by their aura of calm wisdom and profound insight. They are known to remain composed even in the face of mortal peril, trusting in the guidance of their Soulkin and the eternal balance of life and death.
Legacy and Influence
Despite the tragic loss of the Oracles, the Spirit Seers continue to serve as the Fyrashan’s spiritual leaders. They lead the Fyrashan in their sacred rites, guide them through the perils of the Forlorn Flames of Fyrashan, and serve as protectors against the ever-encroaching forces of Khaos. Through their tireless dedication, the Fyrashan Spirit Seers strive to restore the balance and honor the memories of those who came before them.