Shaman

Shamanism or samanism is a religious practice that involves a practitioner (shaman or saman) interacting with the spirit world through altered states of consciousness, such as trance. The goal of this is usually to direct spirits or spiritual energies into the physical world for the purpose of healing, divination, or to aid human beings in some other way.
Beliefs and practices categorized as "shamanic" have attracted the interest of scholars from a variety of disciplines, including anthropologists, archeologists, historians, religious studies scholars, philosophers and psychologists. Hundreds of books and academic papers on the subject have been produced, with a peer-reviewed academic journal being devoted to the study of shamanism.
For the purposes of the game, Shamans are typical religious leaders of more nature-specific religions, rarely centered around a single deity or prophet.

Requirements

A typical shaman has to be able to perform all rites/dances/trances/etc related to their specific sect as well as treat illness and provide guidance and leadership during hardship.

Appointment

Future shamans are selected from the current shaman and are trained as apprentices until the current shaman either dies, or becomes unable to perform all duties required.

Duties

Primarily spiritual leaders, they also perform the task of treating illnesses and providing wisdom for when it is needed.

Type

Religious, Political

Form of Address

Shaman

Length of Term

Lifetime