Divine Compact of the Eternal Light

A Sacred Accord Between
The Lady of Light, Eternal Radiance
and
Erebus Jorasco, Chosen Illuminator of the Radiance

Preamble

By the boundless grace of the Eternal Light, I, the Lady of Light, extend this sacred covenant to Erebus Jorasco, a soul of unmatched ambition and potential. Through this divine bond, Erebus shall rise as a radiant force of transformation, empowered to reshape the world with strength, wisdom, and purpose. This covenant is a beacon of opportunity, granting him blessings, influence, and the power to ascend among the faithful and beyond.

Bestowal of the Light’s Favor

Upon signing this covenant, Erebus Jorasco shall receive the Light’s gifts, setting him apart as one of its chosen. These blessings include:

• Initial Boon: Strength, charisma, and the spark of transformation that marks him as touched by the Light.
• Path to Greatness: Opportunities to expand his power and influence through acts of service, ambition, and enlightenment.
• Guidance of Radiance: Direct counsel and favor from the Lady of Light, illuminating his path and ensuring his ascension.

Means of Ascension

Erebus Jorasco’s bond with the Eternal Light deepens as he fulfills its will. His journey will be marked by progression in power, influence, and status:

1. Forging Radiant Covenants:

   • Erebus may act as an emissary of the Light, offering others the chance to enter into sacred agreements.
   • Each covenant he creates strengthens his connection to the Light, with greater rewards for securing the allegiance of the ambitious, powerful, or influential.

2. Completing Divine Tasks:

   • Erebus shall receive directives from the Lady of Light herself, ranging from spreading the Light’s teachings to dismantling opposition.
   • Success in these tasks will be met with blessings, including:
     • Transformation Progression: Greater physical and magical powers in alignment with the Light.
     • Material Wealth: Gold, treasures, and resources to bolster his position.
     • Influence: Elevated standing within the Church of Illumination and secular society.

3. Climbing the Hierarchy of Light:

   • Erebus’s faithful service will allow him to ascend through the ranks of the Church of Illumination:
     • Illuminator: A shepherd of the faithful, spreading the Light’s message far and wide.
     • Incantor: Leader of a local church, wielding authority over a region’s followers.
     • Arch Incantor: A regional overseer with dominion over multiple congregations.
     • Luxite: A trusted member of the Church’s inner circle, privy to its deepest secrets.
     • Beacon: A figure of immense power and influence, guiding the faithful as a living manifestation of the Light.
     • Incandescent: An elite member of the Church’s global council, shaping the future of its divine mission.

4. Acts of Ambition:

   • Erebus shall demonstrate the virtues of the Light by achieving greatness in his endeavors, whether through politics, commerce, or conquest. Each triumph aligns him closer to the Light and brings him greater rewards.

5. Gathering Followers:

   • By inspiring others to embrace the Light’s teachings, Erebus will amplify his own radiance. Each convert strengthens the covenant, providing him with spiritual and material power.

Rewards of Devotion

Erebus’s faithful service will be rewarded with blessings that reflect his growing alignment with the Light:

• Transformation Progression:

  • Each stage of transformation shall imbue Erebus with greater power and radiance, marking him as a living embodiment of the Light’s will.

• Wealth:

  • Lavish rewards, including gold, rare artifacts, and access to the Church’s vast resources.

• Influence and Status:

  • Elevation through the Church’s ranks, granting Erebus the authority to command others and shape the Church’s mission.
  • Political alliances and secular influence, ensuring Erebus’s voice is heard in the highest halls of power.

Sacred Duties of the Illuminator

As the Chosen Illuminator, Erebus shall:

• Spread the Radiance: Act as a beacon of the Light’s teachings, bringing its truth to those in shadow.
• Defend the Faith: Stand as a shield against those who would oppose or undermine the Light’s mission.
• Forge Alliances: Build networks of power and influence that strengthen the Church’s position in both divine and mortal realms.
• Offer Devotion in Deeds: Dedicate each victory, each achievement, to the Eternal Light as a testament to its greatness.

Binding of the Soul

Through this covenant, Erebus Jorasco willingly entrusts his soul to the Eternal Light. Upon signing, his soul shall become entwined with the Lady of Light’s divine radiance, securing his place among her chosen. Should he falter or stray, his soul shall remain bound to the Light, and his destiny will be determined by his devotion—or lack thereof.

This binding is unbreakable save for extraordinary acts of penance and service to the Eternal Light’s cause. In return, Erebus gains the Light’s eternal favor, guiding him to ascend beyond the constraints of mortality.

Sanctified Sealing

By signing this covenant, Erebus Jorasco accepts his role as the Chosen Illuminator. In return, the Lady of Light promises power, wealth, and influence beyond mortal imagining. Together, their bond shall bring glory to the Eternal Light and reshape the world in its brilliance.

Signed under the laws of the Pact Primeval, in perpetuity:

Erebus Jorasco
Chosen Illuminator of the Radiance

The Lady of Light
Eternal Radiance, Mother of Illumination