(08-16-2015, 07:18 PM)Sounsyy Wrote: This question came up recently in a similar thread. In short, Domans and other East Othard natives like the Raen may be Elemental worshipers - whether they are aware of it or not is unclear. The Domans might even refer to the Elementals as kami if such a thing was brought up? So, I would say you definitely have enough lore backing to support this reasoning, and this elemental worship practiced by the Domans may very well be inspired by Shinto belief.
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Doesn't the lore entry for the Au Ra (both Raen and Xaele) state that they worship a Duskmother and a Dawnfather? Granted, this probably only applies to the Au Ra.Â
Also, while the Domans may worship elemental spirits and the world around them, it seems like a bit of a stretch to say they worship the big "E" Elementals. The Elementals are presently found only in the shroud, and specifically closed it off when they first invaded.Â
The similarity to Shinto is a good route to go as far as speculation (particularly when you can draw a direct parallel with the Duskmother and Dawnfather). I just do not think that "kami" elementals would be the same as Shroud Elementals. Why would they not have plopped themselves into the Shroud with the others is sorta boggling, but that is not to say the could not be related concepts. Yar.
