Primary Pillar: Spiritual
Secondary Pillars: Divine, Organic
  
Practitioner: Shaman
Guilds: Brotherhoods
  
Description: Shamanism is the oldest realm of magic. Its roots predate written history and go back to before mankind had any comprehension of the laws of science or accurate understanding of the cosmos. The more primitive civilizations were singularly fascinated by the earth on which they lived and the nature that sustained them. Devoid of scientific or modern spiritual pursuits, their efforts were focused on gaining an intimate understanding of the life force that existed throughout the world. According to their beliefs it is this life force, which they refer to as Gaea, which flows from the earth and exists in living creatures which she provides for. One of their core values is that one must not take more from the earth than is given back. As a result of their ideals, the shamans learned to live in perfect harmony with the earth and became her most important guardians. It is from Gaea that they derive their power to harness the forces of nature. It is said that truly devout shamans even receive the ability to take form as an animal. Due to the pure ethos of shamanism, shamans of the various guilds within the realm live in absolute harmony. To them, belonging to a different guild is not an indication of a difference in perspective, only a difference in lineage. They liken it to belonging to different families. While they generally prefer the peace and tranquility that seclusion offers, they are fierce defenders of the force which gives them power. If you are ever curious about why an ecologically irresponsible manufacturing or processing plant was somehow crippled by an unexplainable incident, ask a shaman.