Halfling Spiritualism

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~* Halfling Spiritualism *~ 

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Preface: 

Halfling Spiritualism differs in that Halflings don’t worship spirits the same way they do with Knox or Billy Bob. Instead, Halfling spirits are considered living forces of certain characteristics and aspects. For example, merrymaking is a positive aspect of everyday life, as such the spirit of merrymaking isn’t a certain person but the force of merrymaking itself. As such, one doesn’t necessarily pray to the spirit of merrymaking, but invokes it with feasts and festivals. Using even more simple terms, one doesn’t need to pray to the spirit of foxes, just by having a symbol of a fox is enough to invoke and respect it. 

 

History of Halfling Spiritualism: 

 

It is uncertain when exactly did Spiritualism begin to be practiced by Halflings, or who introduced it, though through oral tradition it was around the time of Dunshire. Looking at just a few written records, we know the names of the spirits and how they were invoked, using everyday words in that time; in simple terms the names of these spirits are what they represent. Since then it has been an accepted faith within Halfling society, with some individuals building dedicated shrines to certain spirits. In more recent years, new spirits and notable individuals have appeared, becoming new additions to the list. 

 

Traditions and Worship: 

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The way Halflings worship the spirits is the same as you would find in other Spiritualist societies, with shrines, offerings etc. The historical word for Spiritualism is ‘Gāstsiden’ and ‘gāstberend’ for shaman. When praying to a spirit it is imperative that devotees utter the word Lup, as it is the proper way to do so. Sermons and religious festivals are also held in order to appease them. The act of the will of the spirits is slightly different, instead of actively doing tasks i.e. going on a hunt in order to appease to the spirit of it, Halflings simply try to uphold what the spirits represent. Sacrifices vary from individual followers, most Halflings tend to use food, booze and pipeweed as offerings, with some offering mina as a way to get rid of them. One tradition that some Halflings do, in order to appease to specific spirits, is to decorate their homes or certain items with motifs of that spirit. 

 

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Major Halfling deities: 

These are the gods Halflings may worship daily 

 

Billy Bob, The Great Farmer

(note: this is how Halflings view Billy Bob) 

He is considered the creator of the world and of every descedant race [3.1] 

 

Lord Knox, The Pumpkin Lord 

Created by Billy Bob, he is the guardian of the Halfling race [3.2] 

 

Arugula, The Squid Monster 

Created by Billy Bob, she is the destroyer of the Halfling race [4] 

 

Halfling Animal Spirits: 

These are the animals that are culturally significant and invoking their spirits brings good fortune 

 

Fyxen the Fox 

The fox spirit is said to bless Halflings with cleverness and stealth 

 

Hara the Rabbit 

The rabbit spirit is said to bless Halflings with fertility and agility 

 

Frosc the Frog 

The frog spirit is patron and guardian of Frogtoppia, he blesses Halflings with wisdom and good health 

 

Apa the Ape 

The ape spirit is said to bless Halflings with dexterity and athleticism 

 

Yrchoun the Hedgehog 

The hedgehog spirit is said to bless Halflings with fortitude and protection 

 

Brocc the Badger 

The badger spirit is said to bless Halflings with strength and ferocity 

 

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Halfling good spirits: 

These are the spirits that represent positive traits and aspects in everyday life 

 

Geþoftræden, Companionship 

A male Halfling whose manners are always friendly, he is present when friends have fun and help each other, or when a Halfling does the same with a stranger 

 

Friðu, Safety & Peace 

A female Halfling dressed as a Sheriff, she is present when Halflings de-escalate dangerous situations or form peaceful alliances 

 

Gefére, Community 

A female Halfling with good manners, she is present when Halflings work together and support each other 

 

Worian, Adventuring 

A male Halfling dressed in armor wielding a shovel riding a farm pig as mount, he is present when Halflings go onto adventures in familiar and unfamiliar places 

 

Drieman, Merrymaking 

A male Halfling carrying wooden mugs and a barrel full of mead, he is present when Halflings party 

 

Gerisene, Properness 

A female Halfling of humble demeanor, she is present when Halflings uphold their traditions properly 

 

Gecynd, Nature 

A female Halfling Shaman, she is nature itself and is present when Halflings plant new life and take care of their natural environment 

 

Bebaþian, Hygiene 

A male Halfling in formal clothing, he is present when Halflings clean and take care of themselves and their homes 

 

Drēmode & Pibmala, Music & Song 

Two Halflings, a male and female respectively, they are present when Halflings compose and perform music 

 

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Halfling bad spirits: 

These are the spirits that represent negative traits and aspects in everyday life 

 

Bestelan, Thievery 

A male Halfling dressed in leather armor and cloak, he is present when Halflings steal from others for their individualist gain 

 

Ungerisene, Improperness 

A female Halfling dressed in biggun clothing, she is the twin sister of Gerisene and is present when Halflings act like bigguns 

 

Pugsē, Betrayal 

A male Halfling coverred in scars and bruise marks, he is present when Halflings betray each other and the community 

 

Etolnes, Gluttony 

A male Halfling who is obese, he is present when Halflings consume large amounts of food and drinks leaving nothing for their kin 

 

Urith, Weaponry 

A male Halfling clad in biggun armor riding a war pony, he carries a sword and is present when Halflings use biggun weapons for unnecessary violence 

 

Filþu, Filth 

A male Halfling with dirt and flies all over him, he is present when Halflings don’t take care of themselves or their homes 

 

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Halfling ancestor spirits: 

Notable Halflings in history whom are still respected even today, though Halfling Druids are not part of the Ancestor Realm, they are still respected individuals 

 

Kip Took, Len & Gimblo (founders and elders of the 1st Halfling village of Dunwood) 

Petyr Brandybuck (introduced Druidism to Halflings and co-founded the Druidic Order) 

Andwise Peregrin I (founder of Willow Hollow)  

Elder Larry Shortoak & Mayor Berilac Weedsnatcher (cultural golden age leaders) 

Rollo Applefoot (greatest leader in history)  

Micah O’Connell (Thain after Rollo whose Thainship was marked with many festivals and parties) 

Archdruid Harold Applefoot (accomplished Druid who was murdered)  

Isalie Gardner (Thain of Brandybrook)  

Filibert Applefoot (co-founder of Bloomerville and Knoxville)  

Iris Peregrin (accomplished Mayor, Druid and Thain)  

Greta Goodbarrel (accomplished politician and advocate for democracy) 

Barbog’Yar (Goblin shaman who became an honorary Halfling and promoted learning and spiritualism) 

 

 

[1] (https://www.deviantart.com/martith), art by Martith in Deviantart 

[2] (https://www.deviantart.com/illahie/art/Mudpaw-8599486), art by Illahie in Deviantart 

[3.1] & [3.2] (https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/208632-a-story-of-creation/?tab=comments#comment-1886579), art by me 

[4] (https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/208653-a-story-of-destruction/?tab=comments#comment-1886747), art from the same post 

(OOC: This is cultural lore, it does not change, add or remove anything from existing Spiritualism lore. This post was brought to you by the Halfling Lore team: mystery man, jumperhand3, takemetothefae, knightoftheroses, somersett, teawithsunny, salamandermoss, riorr, hanrahan and me. Special thanks to jihnyny, cosmiverse and sewer rat for helping out)

Edited April 17 by Le_Psit
fixed formatting a bit

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