Cult of round (Cu-lt o-v row-nd)

The Cult of Round is a relatively low-threat cult situated in Rashos, worshipping a native avian species there called a bearded reedling. The main goal of this cult seems to be to permanently acquire a higher state of being and mind they simply call being "round". They often do this for about ten minutes once every few days by polymorphing into a bearded reedling, then sitting down and staying incredibly still.
The cult is lead by a "fully rounded" elf who is permanently trapped in a polymorph. They now call themself "Father longtrousers", as he somehow(when the permanent polymorph happened)his pants did not change size and became stuck to his little bird feet. Eventually, he had other items of clothing specially tailored for him by his most devout and round followers, such as a cowboy hat, vest, and  gold engraved armor to wear when venturing out on a crusade to fight and capture worms(along with a tiny wooden staff for him to cast spells with).
Members of the cult don't usually wear robes, but instead choose to wear a huge fluffy ball around their body. This is probably done to make their appearance closer to their idol's image, but not much else is known as the few members who do venture out of their territory aren't exactly craving an interview.
The usual induction process for a new member is often done by way of being "round", however usually for a shorter time span. Then, they are given their cult attire and a sigil carved into their skin in the shape of a bearded reedling. This sigil allows them to cast a ten minute polymorph spell once per day, which they usually use to be "round".
They generally keep to the deep forests of Rashos, where the bird they idolize most likely evolved. There, they live amongst the ruins of an abandoned village. There, only those seeking to join the cult or are already part of the cult are allowed to traverse. Otherwise, you will be pecked at by an army of bearded reedlings until you leave.

Credits
ElaBlackCat: inspiration, and made part of this article
leafdrink: inspiration, and made part of this article.

Type

Religious, Cult