Dharas

Type	Primordial Spirit
Abode	Anywhere that light exists
Symbol	The sun

Dharas, the Primordial Spirit of light, was born from the chaotic energies of Astram within the Primordial Void. Dharas emerged when Daathir thought of a way out of the darkness, bringing forth the first spark of illumination and awakening the universe to the power of light.

Nature and Influence

Dharas is the force that fills Adaris with light and warmth. It is the sun that rises each morning, casting away the shadows of night and awakening the world to a new day. Dharas is the glow of a lamp, the twinkle of a star, and the gentle light that guides all living beings through both the physical and spiritual realms.

Dharas represents clarity, enlightenment, and the pursuit of knowledge. Its influence is seen in every form of illumination, whether physical or metaphorical, providing the vision to see what lies ahead and the understanding to grasp the unknown. Where Dharas shines, truth and knowledge flourish. It is also a symbol of hope, as light brings the promise of new beginnings and the ability to navigate out of darkness.

Relationship with Other Elements

Dharas interacts with other primordial elements, balancing and influencing their existence:

• With Arafia (Darkness): Dharas and Arafia exist as cosmic opposites, with light and darkness balancing one another. Together, they create the cycles of day and night, guiding the rhythms of the universe and shaping the contrasts that define existence.

• With Tejas (Fire): Dharas and Tejas share a close bond, as both represent energy and transformation. Fire carries the light of Dharas into the world, manifesting as both warmth and destruction. Together, they represent the powerful duality of creation and destruction.

• With Oras (Earth): Light reveals the physical world, allowing life to thrive. Dharas's light nourishes the plants and provides warmth to the creatures of Adaris, ensuring that Oras’s stability and strength are balanced by vitality and growth.

• With Shasae (Air): The winds of Shasae carry the light of Dharas across the skies, creating dynamic skies filled with clouds, stars, and sunlight. Together, Dharas and Shasae create the atmosphere that sustains life and allows vision to extend across great distances.

Realm of Dharas: Aurelion

The realm of Dharas, known as '''Aurelion''', is a vast expanse of light that stretches infinitely in all directions. This realm is a place of pure radiance, where beams of light intertwine and dance like living entities, creating a symphony of colors and brightness. Aurelion is a domain where shadows cannot exist, as the light is omnipresent and all-encompassing, representing the unyielding power of illumination and enlightenment.

Aurelion and '''Noirra''', the realm of darkness, exist as cosmic counterpoints to each other, balancing the forces of light and darkness in the universe. The physical world of Adaris hangs between these two realms. As the world turns, it shifts between the influence of Aurelion and Noirra, creating the cycles of day and night.

In Aurelion, the boundaries between physical and spiritual light blur, and it is said that those who enter this realm are granted unparalleled clarity, seeing truth in all things.

Dhasia: The Osia of Light

Dhasia is a branch of Osia that focuses on the manipulation of nascent spirits of light.. Their connection to Dharas allows them to manipulate light, not just as a physical force, but as a metaphysical one that represents clarity, truth, and enlightenment. Practitioners of the art of Dhasia are knowns Dhasiari.

Dharasari are revered for their ability to channel the pure energy of light to illuminate both the world and the mind. They serve as guides, scholars, and protectors, using their power to dispel darkness and reveal hidden truths.

Abilities of Dharasari include:

• Light Manipulation: Dharasari can shape and control light, using it to illuminate dark places, create protective barriers of light, or even focus it into beams of energy that can heal or destroy.

• Illumination of Truth: By attuning to the deeper essence of Dharas, Dharasari can reveal hidden truths and dispel illusions. They are often sought after to solve mysteries or uncover deception, for nothing can hide from the piercing light of Dharas.

• Solar Channeling: Advanced Dharasari can draw upon the energy of the sun itself, using its warmth and power to perform feats of great strength, such as summoning blasts of solar energy or restoring life to barren lands.

Dharasari are often seen as wise and compassionate figures, called upon in times of need to restore balance and clarity. Their ability to work with light, both literally and metaphorically, makes them influential in various spheres of society, from education and medicine to leadership and warfare.

Significance and Worship

Dharas is revered throughout Adaris as the bringer of light and the force that casts away darkness. Temples and shrines dedicated to Dharas are often bathed in sunlight, adorned with reflective surfaces, and filled with the sounds of joyful music and chanting. These sacred spaces are built to honor the light in all its forms, from the gentle glow of dawn to the blazing intensity of midday.

Scholars, artists, and healers seek Dharas's blessings for clarity of thought, inspiration, and the strength to overcome challenges. Those facing despair or confusion pray to Dharas for the wisdom and vision to find a way forward. Festivals in honor of Dharas often include lighting ceremonies and the release of lanterns, symbolizing the spread of light and knowledge throughout the world.

Dharas is also invoked during times of celebration and new beginnings, symbolizing the hope and potential that each new day brings. For the people of Adaris, Dharas is not just a cosmic force; it is the guiding light in their lives, showing them the path to understanding, growth, and renewal.

Cultural Practices

• The Dawn Ceremony: Many cultures in Adaris greet the sunrise with rituals that honor Dharas, offering prayers and thanks for the light that dispels darkness and brings warmth to the world.

• The Festival of Lanterns: This festival celebrates the guiding light of Dharas, with people lighting lanterns and releasing them into the night sky, symbolizing the spread of knowledge and hope across the world.

• Rites of Illumination: These are performed by Dharasari to bless new ventures, uncover hidden truths, or provide clarity to those in need of guidance.

See Also

• Arafia: The primordial spirit of darkness and Dharas's cosmic counterpart.
• Osia: The overarching magical system in Adaris.
• Dharasari: Practitioners of Dharia, the magic of light.
• Aurelion: The realm of Dharas, where light reigns supreme.
• Cosmology of Adaris: The broader context of Adarian beliefs about the universe's origin and structure.
• Primordial Elements: The foundational aspects of reality, including light, shaped from Astram's chaotic energy.