Difference between revisions of "Fjorden"

The second Fjordell empire was governed by a militaristic theocracy, the national religion of [[Shu-Dereth]] commanded its followers to adhere to a rigid chain of command with with the leader of both the church and empire (who was believed to commune directly with their god, Jaddeth) at it's head. This allowed each person in the empire to serve their god, although only the emperor Wryn could do so directly. <ref>{{bref|e|C|12}}</ref>

Although no one of Fjordell heritage nor anyone residing in Fjorden may be taken by the [[Shaod]] they do have their own magic system, known only to the Derethi priests of the [[Dakhor]] Monastery which causes their bone to grow harder and twist into what are thought to be Fjordell symbols.<ref>{{brefref|b|e|Cc|63}}</ref> These symbols grant the Dhakor priests various powers, most of them battle related.

It is known that beings called [[Skaze]], similar to the [[Seons]] although more malevolent in nature, have an interest in Fjordell and may directly influence Fjordell politics.<ref>{{wotdbref|?|590|45|Why did Wyrn want Elantris?}}</ref>