The Dawnite

Often seen meditating precariously at the edge of Fractals, or standing open-armed at the bows of Skyships flying directly into a rainstorm - the Dawnite are a group of believers, thinkers, and spiritualists that have formed a pseudo-religious tribe spread across multiple nomadic groups and individual travelers. Those who think less of this group would call them “cultists” or “fanatics” - though they don’t express violence against others outside of their belief. Dawnites are often seen wearing raiments of green and blue with light and loose fabric wrapped around them to catch the wind.
Nomadic in nature and by belief, groups of Dawnites create small canvas tent cities just on the outskirts of towns across the coastal settlements of the Imperial Fractals and Diaspora Fractals. While they are few in number, due to their constant travel, their blue-green tents are a common sight to any who live in cities along the coast - though Dawnites are rarely ever seen inland away from the edges of the Fractals. While they are inherently non-violent, some see these nomads as a burden on space or resources.
Many are adept scribes, following the practices of their revered Twelve Scribes, and are also capable craftsmen of leather and parchment. Their nomadic calling causes them to serve on many Skyships, favoring Raincatcher ships of the Stormcharter Guild, and many have the gift of augury to read the winds and predict weather - making them valued by Skyship captains. Though due to their belief in The Roil, they are often called “Storm Chasers”.

FUNDAMENTAL BELIEFS

Followers of this spiritual practice believe that the realm they live in is both divine in nature, and alive. They believe that the wind speaks, and by listening they can gain insight into the natural happenings of this world - a practice they refer to as Contemplating The Roil, which they believe to be a divine presence and the storming heart of the realm. Dawnites view this realm with optimism and reverence, seeing it as a gift to be here and believing that all nature should be respected because it holds the opportunity to find truth - truth for the world, and one’s place in it.
Pilgrimage is an important principle and practice for Dawnites - often as individuals or small groups. Most seek to immerse themselves in the nature of this realm and seek places of natural wonder to divine truth and insight from. Many of these pilgrimages are made in pursuit of finding The Roil, leading many to barter passage aboard Skyships in the Nimbus Sea and seek out storms.

FANATICAL SECTS

Because the faith is based on the writings of The Twelve Scribes, there are many interpretations of the texts which can lead to divisions. An extremist fragment of this belief system is called The Zephyrs, who can be found near the Skywell Caldera in the Diaspora Fractals.

by Sabalmirss