Afterlife Beliefs and Practices in Aethoria

Core Belief Systems

The structured cosmology followed in cities and major settlements, supported by temples and divine manifestations.

The Radiant Gate (Soltharion & Lumara)
- For souls of exceptional virtue or heroism
- Leads to the Upper Realms
- Marked by golden light and ascending spirits
- Path of heroes, saints, and the truly virtuous
- Guarded by metallic dragons in spirit form
The Twilight Gate (Mortis & Zyraxis)
- For most ordinary souls
- Leads to the Cycle of Rebirth
- Marked by silver mist and peaceful transition
- Chosen by those who wish to return
- Overseen by ancient spirit guides
The Shadow Gate (Malakai & Dark Dynasty)
- For souls claimed by darkness or bound by oaths
- Leads to the Lower Realms
- Marked by deep purple flames
- Common destination for vampires and Chromatic Dragons
- Path of necessary darkness and balance
- Guarded by shadow dragons and dark spirits

Between death and final judgment, souls pass through:

The Field of Remembrance
- Where the soul reviews its life
- Guided by Kairos
- Past lives revealed to returning souls
The Field of Unburdening
- Where worldly attachments are released
- Overseen by Verath
- Burdens and grudges dissolved
The Field of Reunion
- Where souls meet departed loved ones
- Blessed by Hearani
- Temporary reunions guide the soul forward
The Field of Judgment
- Where divine assessment occurs
- Multiple deities participate
- Based on actions, intentions, and oaths
- True self revealed
The Field of Transition
- Where souls receive their final destination
- Governed by Mortis
- Gate selection occurs here

Ancient traditions focused on direct spiritual connections.