User blog:Holokami/Teachings of Perfection

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The Teachings of Perfection are the core belief system of the Ae’ani. It’s a way of living that brings one “to perfection”, however, these teachings have caused the strong belief the Ae’ani are perfect, and that all other races are imperfect. It teaches that obstacles in life are imperfections, and lead to further imperfections.

Truths
In the Teachings, there are three absolute truths of the universe:
 * Imperfection exists.
 * Imperfection arises from obstacles.
 * Perfection will arise where imperfections are cured.

Obstacles
Obstacles, in the Teachings of perfection, are the major barriers which would cause one to fall short of attaining perfecting, or moving along the path to perfection. Obstacles are said to be "possessed" by you, meaning they are your faults to be cured or bared. Possessing obstacles is to possess imperfection in of itself.
 * Lack of power.
 * Lack of knowledge.
 * Lack of understanding.
 * Lack of unity.
 * Lack of development.
 * Lack of freedom.

Displays of Imperfection
Possessing obstacles, according to the Teachings of Perfection, leads to further imperfections. Signs or behaviours that make you look weak, desperate, or pathetic. Here are some examples:
 * Begging/pleading for help.
 * Being unable to stand up for yourself.
 * Committing crimes.
 * Fearing death.
 * Fearing time, and letting it control you.
 * Relying too much on others.
 * Sacrificing for honour.
 * Unwillingness to improve or act.
 * Unwillingness to share; greed.
 * Warring with your own race.

Self-Development Factors
According to the Teachings of Perfection, there are a few ways to improve yourself, to being you to the door of perfection, or reach self-perfection entirely.
 * Intimate understanding the mind, body, and spirit.
 * Unification of the mind, body, and spirit.
 * Knowing yourself, and your position in the universe.

Social
To the Ae'ani, the Teachings of Perfection are the core part of their society. All the laws and ethics of the Ae'ani are inspired and directly influenced by them.

A'shada
A'shada believed she had achieved personal perfection through awakening. Believing she nor the empire could continue to benefit from her rule, she later stepped down and passed the throne to her son as she began to see imperfection begin in the Ae'ani, as they became too reliant on her power, believing both would benefit greatly from it.