God

Gods
Gods are described as beings of spiritual significance and are separate from Yokai and Humans. They can travel to the heavens, (Elysium Isle) above on their own volition; and their beings are described as pure, even if they represent darker aspects of being.

Primordial Gods
The oldest gods; and responsible for the creation of the universe. They never grow stronger or weaker and are usually formless beings; who reside in the inaccessible Ethereal. Primordials do have offspring, but they are not counted as part of the main group and are more so seen as extensions. The number of primordial gods is very low, and they are rarely seen out in the universe. They can however create avatars of their being and visit the universe for a short time. They are completely immortal and cannot be erased or killed. They can however have the avatars they create sealed if it should come to that for whatever reason. Cannot exist in the physical world.

Faith Gods
Now; this is where the bulk of gods come from. Faith gods are gods who gain their power from the belief others have in them. This requires a true divine belief that they are a god; a revered spirit; etc. They can also be created during times where groups need to believe in something. Faith gods can live among Gensekai undetected and directly impact lives.

Most faith gods have two aspects to them. The worship of them grants blessings and they will protect their followers. in the same vein, they can cause disasters and curses. These states can be different in appearance and behavior. A shrine is a place a god can occupy to be connected to Gensekai. Nativia Shrine is a special place because it is the gate to the direct gateway to the heavens. A shrine can be as large as a building and its grounds; or as small as a little box on a shelf where gifts can be inserted. Most Shrines have a Shrine Maiden that helps keep it defended; exterminate truly evil Yokai and Vengeful Spirits; among other things that can be done. It depends on the god that has been enshrined.

Gods are not Yokai; they are counted as a different species. Most are born from faith, such as Minerva who was created when a faction of humans from the outside world created her a long time ago; and note that “born” can mean ascension to godhood after death; such as the case of Hestia. Faith from both Yokai and humans are valid, and is described as a fear for the retributions of one’s actions; and the will to enrich one’s life, spirit, and body. But it doesn’t have to be this serious; it can be as simple as throwing parties to celebrate your god.

Faith Gods may split their spirits and manifest where they are called upon; enabling them to be in multiple places at once to help their followers. Each split has the same power as the original, and the splits can take different forms. The Shrine Maidens and Priests of the gods can call upon the power of their gods to enter their bodies to gain powers. Faith Gods can travel around to all the realms as their bodies are made of purity. Some faith gods that exist in Gensekai are even based on relevant mythology from the Outside world.

When a faith god loses their faith; they lose the ability to manifest anywhere, and it is the equivalent of death, where they will become a simple spirit. Except for Arahitogami.

Arahitogami are humans who became gods through being worshipped while they were alive. They are not dependent on faith to maintain their existence unlike normal faith gods and divine spirits; and will return to being normal humans if their faith runs out. While they are worshipped, they do not physically age. An example of this is Ranae Nativia.

Divine Spirits are the faith gods of yokai or humans who died and were worshipped after their death; where they will retain their form even in spirit. If they leave the Netherworld they will gain a physical body to use temporarily; essentially a rebirth. As long as their faith continues; they will maintain their consciousness.

All Faith Gods can create children, but these children will simply be living normal humans or Yokai depending on whom they make children with, and are not counted as Faith Gods unless they are also worshipped.

Yokai Gods are the name given to Yokai who are divine or have ascended; they are no longer considered Yokai and become gods of faith. Essentially changing species. The line between Yokai and god is blurred in this case though.