"The Edge of Space Cult? They're the heart and soul of Pluto. Their
Seeker roots run deep, but it's their own unique... flavor that makes them so integral to our culture. I've seen folks come to Pluto seeking thrills, seeking escape, or seeking answers. The Cult gives them a framework to make sense of it all. And when they're gone, well... Maneya's got the rest."
~Ack, Technocrat of Pluto
A Life of Experience
The Edge of Space Cult, a subsect of the Seekers of Wisdom, dominates Pluto's spiritual landscape. Cult members believe life's purpose lies in accumulating experiences, which are recorded onto individual glyphs – unique, ever-evolving symbols that reflect a person's essence. These experiences can range from the mundane to the profound, from moments of joy to brushes with death. The Cult teaches that the richness of life is measured by the depth and diversity of one's experiences.
The Well of Souls
Upon passing, a Plutonian's glyph is transcribed onto a physical medium and cast into the Well of Souls, a mystical caldera rumored to be Maneya's domain. This ritual ensures the deceased's experiences are preserved within Her vaults, a vast, otherworldly library. According to Cult doctrine, She Who Counts the Dead integrates these records into her consciousness, allowing the dead to live on in her mind. This promise of eternal remembrance brings comfort to Plutonians, who see death as a transition rather than an end.
Maneya's Realm
The Cult's reverence for Maneya, She Who Counts the Dead, is profound. They believe Her realm, accessible through the Well of Souls, is a nexus of collective memory, where every Plutonian's experiences are intertwined. Maneya's role extends beyond mere record-keeping; She is said to guide the living through subtle influences, nudging them toward experiences that will enrich their glyphs. The Cult's teachings blur the line between life and death, emphasizing the continuity of existence. This perspective has woven itself into Pluto's fabric, shaping the planet's culture and its people's understanding of mortality.
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