Sowani

'Sowani' is a major native religion, with over 28 million followers, known as Sowans, mainly in Baileneu Ma and Albaterra. It is the state religion of Baileneu Ma, with 84% of the population being Sowan, whilst it makes up only a small minority in other nations such as Albaterra and. The religion supposedly originated from an ancient kingdom called, Baileneu, in Avalonia, ruled by a god-king named Xiuya, who's land was sacred and provided the inhabitants with security and safety. Sowans believe that the forces of the Devil overthrew Xiuya and tore down Baileneu, and is often used to describe the colonization of Avalonia and the oppression of the natives. Sowans strictly follow the teachings of Xiuya, passed down through countless generations as spoken tales, as the natives had no written language until the arrival of Modrovian colonizers, in order to achieve the holiness and spiritual awareness of Xiuya.

Beliefs
Sowani principles teach a number of beliefs based on the lifestyle and guidance of Xiuya, which most Sowans follow strictly. Sowani does allow for worship and following of other deities and religions, as long as these beliefs do not contradict core Sowani rules and the deities are worshiped as demi-gods.

Food Consumption
Sowani prohibits the consumption of meats as well as food high in salt, sugar or fat, believing them to violate the sanctity of the human body. Sowans only eat enough to sustain themselves, instead believing the food should go to those who are in need of it most. Crops contaminated by disease are also forbidden in Sowani, which has also been interpreted to the banning of synthetic pesticides by the Sowan Worker's Party, leading to the outlaw of certain pesticides and herbicides in Baileneu Ma.