The Mantra Sadhaki, also known as the Mantrikis, were one of the four great cults active during the Hellenistic period.[1]
Overview[]
Claiming the heritage of the Naga Kingdom of Indian lore, the ascetics of the Mantra Sadhaki took on the teachings of the Naga before they withdrew from the world.[2]
This cult considers magic to be composed of sidhi, or "attainments" derived from enlightenment; and mantras, which are mystic sounds that create change.[2] Sidhi are states of being, rather than actions, in the eyes of the Mantrikis; as such, impure uses of magic effectively turn the casting sorcerer into demons, just as proper use turns them into divinities for the duration of the magic use.[3]
Over time, the Mantra Sadhaki developed their darshanas into formal schools, eventually merging in the west with Atlantean ideals to form the modern mystic orders.[3]
Organization[]
Mantrikis were known as itinerant ascetics who traveled between Hallows in small groups comprised of a mentor and his followers.[3] Elders in the cult made sure their movements still kept them within an easy-to-reach distance so as to facilitate their own teachings.[3]
The Mantra Sadhaki were composed of two nameless factions who differed on whether or not to remain wandering ascetics or to settle down and attempt to recreate the Naga Kingdom.[3] Alexander's conquest, which broke the orthodox view of the current age inhibiting the growth of superhuman nations, split the cult into those who sought to live alongside or within society.[3]
Legacies[3][]
- The Fallen Pillar
- The Perfected Adepts
- Thread Cutters (called Cakravarti)
- Uncrowned Kings
