The Eternal Suzerain was a reincarnating draconic demigod, both a minor divinity and the ruler of the Sangiran Empire. Though the last incarnation of the Suzerain died in Y6606 without leaving a clear successor, some in Kea Racha still believe their divine overlord will return once again.
Description
Born for the first time around Y1700, there were six incarnations of the Eternal Suzerain. All were imperial dragons, though not all were of the same species.
- Naga Pengaran (sovereign dragon) - ~Y1700 to ~Y2500
- Lahir Lagi (underworld dragon) - ~Y2500 to Y2848
- Naga Pyanlar (sky dragon) - Y2848 to Y4198
- Shiko (sea dragon) - Y4198 to Y5000
- Sekali Vira (forest dragon) - Y5000 to Y6002
- Menjelma (sovereign dragon) - Y6002 to Y6606
Though the body of each incarnation of the Eternal Suzerain was a vessel for the same soul, the full memories and personality of the Suzerain did not continue after death. Each incarnation was able to glimpse minor aspects of their past lives, though not in great detail.
As every incarnation was distinct in character, the Eternal Suzerain also adopted a “personal name” for the duration of each life. These were chosen by the Suzerain themself.
Though their appearance varied, every Suzerain has had a distinctive mark, visible as soon as they hatched. This infinity sign-shaped symbol was used by the high priests of the Suzerain to find the new incarnation after the Suzerain was reborn.
Location of worship
Almost all of the Eternal Suzerain's worshipers lived within the territory of the Sangiran Empire. Some continue to pray to the demigod, even as they understand the Suzerain is currently not incarnate.
Holy text
The Eternal Suzerain's holy text is the Recount of the Ages, a miles long scroll that recounts the entire history of all past incarnations. While the Suzerain is alive, the holy text is a living document, continually added to on a day to day basis by specially trained and selected priests. Housed deep within the vaults of the Divine Palace in New Era, a special mechanism has been developed to allow priests to easily read and update the massive document.