Holy Cardinal Pontificate

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The Holy Cardinal Pontificate, usually referred to simply as the Pontificate, is the most dominant religion across Amestria. The Pontificate is also referred to as 'the church', and has a history of not being tolerant towards other religions. Believers of the faith follow the Cardinal Teachings, which are said to guide the individual to a happy and productive life. Following the teachings are also said to secure one a place in the afterlife. There is very little tolerance for violating the teachings, even towards those who are not believers. The church formed after the fall of Exodia as an answer to humanity's vanity, to ensure that such avarice and arrogance would never arise once again. The church is lead by the Hierophant, who in turn delegates his power to several Maesters which are responsible for representing the religion and coordinate different regions. Due to humanity's majority faith in the Pontificate, these religious figures hold an extensive amount of power and control many aspects of human society.