Mycelyix

{{Infobox deity
 * name=Mycelyix
 * maintitle=Sporadic Deity of Decay and Flaw
 * imagesyntax=[[Image:Yix Mycelium.png]]
 * portfolio=Mycelium, Plague, Death, and Flaw
 * pantheon=House of Ix
 * followers=Mycelites; the Malignant, the Flawed, the Stricken, the Afflicted, and the Scourge
 * materials=Mycelium, Mushrooms, Amethysts, Warped Hyphae, Crimson Hyphae, Rare Gemstones
 * creatures=Mooshrooms


 * overview=An ancient god that claims indigenous origins, Mycelyix rules over Templehelm's Plagued Isles and Fungal Lands. Also called Yix, their domain includes Mycelium isles, as well as the fungal forests of the Nether, and the dark oak forests, which house giant mushrooms. Mycelyix rose to prominence during the Decade of Chaos, originally stealing their divine power alongside Zeolix from Zelphair and Wintival. All modern followers of Yix, therefore, came from this rediscovery of the faith. Even so, Mycelyites believe that Yix preceded Emeraldite Arrival in Templehelm, and they claim that Yix's flawed nature arose from the Anestatelos, during which the Six Sired Divines strove for 'perfection' and cursed Mycelyix with their own former flaws.

Mycelyix is the divine of Plague, Flaw, and Sin, and their followers are often strange, destructive, and proudly imperfect. Called Mycelyites, they are most at home within Templehelm's plagued isles and fungal lands. The Oracle of Mycelyix is Jekyll, the 4th Prophet of Anarchy.


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There are a variety of different ways that Mycelyites have practiced their faith in the modern era and new branches of the creed develop from the old each passing day. Below they are listed in chronological order of appearance.
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The Afflicted
The Afflicted are the first of the modern branches of Mycelyitism to resurge back into the world, heralded by the first prophet of Mycelyix, Syzar. They are almost always visibly altered by their Mycelyix worship, bearing fungal inhabitants all across their bodies and sometimes even carrying various plagues as well. These Mycelyites almost always live in isolated states on Mycelyix's isles, and they've been known to be the most violent sect, having waged war on innocent Wildavens alongside a known enemy of Templehelm, Lesh. The Afflicted are especially vengeful towards the followers of the other 7 divines (especially Wildaven) in remembrance of the Purge which originally eradicated the Mycelyite peoples. Notable Afflicted include Syzar, Sven, Damien and Dwyer Grimshaw of the Sacred Isles.

The Stricken
The Stricken came into being when the second prophet of Mycelyix, Rabol the Mad, founded the Stricken Order in service to Mycelyix as ascetics and psychonauts. They may or may not be visibly affected by their worship, though mental fragmentation and insanity are common amongst them. The Stricken originally worshipped Mycelyix the Victim, and often showed disdain and even hatred for the Sired Divines and their followers. One prime example of a Stricken is Rabol the Mad, who wrote the entirety of the Book of Posies and was once seen stabbing an Orcish Akwal in the eye. Now, the Stricken worship Mycelyix as the redeemer of the divines and the herald of Flaw- alleviating the anger that they once felt towards the other 7 divinities and normalizing relations between them and most other Helmians. The Stricken believe the Scourge to be the souls of Mycelyites who still serve their Lord in death. They worship and communicate with the scourge and live sacrifices are not uncommon - usually pigs are used. The Stricken doctrines on Planu, while once greatly unfavorable, have recently improved their appraisal of the godhead, mostly due to Phthion Damic's "Planu Paradox" pamphlet. The Stricken are excessively dogmatic and rigid in their keeping and enforcing of law. Notable Stricken include Rabol the Mad, Doomicorn, Althas, Virion and Phthion Damic.

The Flawed
The Flawed are often treated as less devout by other Mycelyites, though this is not necessarily true. These Mycelyites tend to live amongst the mainland populations of Templehelm and can be hard to differentiate between the followers of any other deity. They believe that Mycelyix is purely the god of Flaw and Humility, advocating that a person must be proud of their flaws, because that is what makes them like their kind and merciful god. The Flawed honor the Scourge, believing them to be their ancestors who now serve Mycelyix in death. Many keep Scourge shrines in their homes. Notable flawed include Xuan Yao'do, Verbrannt and Alexander.

The Malignant
The Malignant are a strain of Mycelyites founded by Valtos Daegon, the self-declared 3rd prophet of Mycelyix (Though few acknowledge this title). The Malignant generally tread upon the mainland and spread Mycelyix's decay amongst the realms of the other gods. They are not especially violent or criminal, but they can be in order to serve their ultimate purpose of spreading the spores of Mycelyix. Notable Malignant include Valtos Daegon.

At present, the order of Mycelyites who have adopted the name Malignant are far removed from the original movement of Valtos Daegon. They once maintained the failed state of Blighthold in the north of Syzar's Isle and ensured that foreign entities on Syzar's Isle are removed quickly and painlessly - with the Return of Celsun & Rebirth of Templehelm, the Malignant have all but abandoned the Blighthollow, which is now under Solehythe's control. They did very little work on the mainland and are rather lacking in the aggression of the Malignant of old.

The Caretakers
The Caretakers are a strain of Mycelyites founded by Edyn, the Third Prophet of Mycelyix. They reside upon Syzar's Isle and believe that the dichotomy between Mycelyix and Wildaven has a special significance and that Wildaven's life must be recognized in conjunction with Mycelyix's decay. The Caretakers have made a practice of intentionally planting and fostering greenery amidst the wastes of Syzar's Isle. Notable Caretakers include Edyn.

Anarchy
The 4th Prophet (3rd True Prophet), Jekyll, has ushered in a new age of faith. He preaches balance through inbalance, destruction of tradition (and a paradoxical respect for it), and above all else, Anarchy. While not quite a sect, the Mycelyites in current Templehelm have agreed to this one principle, to live free from tradition and restriction, and to honor Mycelyix in any and every way they wish. It is a chaotic school of thought.

Sacerdos, High Priest of Death and Departed
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The Scourge

The Herald Syzar the Afflicted, First Prophet of Yix
 * notable=

Sven the Cruel, Champion of Yix

Rabol the Mad, Second Prophet of Yix

Valtos Daegon, Third Prophet of Yix

Edyn the Caretaker, Fourth Prophet of Yix

Jekyll Rheonen, Fifth Prophet of Yix

Sir Laith Reilev of the Painted Knights


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