The animistic religion of the Parba venerates spirits (called savi in Old Parban) associated with the animals of Latori. For Parba, who live as herders, farmers, and nomads, the assistance of the savi is especially valuable. However, these patrons aren't always benevolent—they can bring either nourishing rain or devastating storms. Therefore, it's essential to approach them properly.
Druvanism originated in Pracia but has undergone significant transformations over time. Its evolution has been influenced by encounters between mortals and tsourai, political events, and the diverse rituals practiced across various regions. Some traditions are still remembered by the Parba, bearing traces of those distant times, while others have been lost forever.
The most cherished and memorable spirits are likely inspired by feral tsourai or members of long-extinct clans. Over time, they found their way into folklore, and artists reimagined their appearances—sometimes so creatively that people began to confuse the details.
Sualokin
A prime example is Sualokin. They were once regarded as tsourai, protectors of Parba. Later, due to a misunderstanding, they were classified as lesser spirits resembling feathered serpents. Over time, Parba "recalled" that Sualokin were indeed tsourai. However, the feathered serpents were retained in the pantheon as secondary spirits.
Lasius
The Lasius clan presents a different case. In northern Latori, a small cult known as the Lasiites worships these tsourai. They communicate with them through messages inscribed on animal bones.
Lasius assist in conducting funeral rites, allowing the deceased to be temporarily revived so that loved ones can bid them farewell. However, the Lasiites themselves have never seen these tsourai; they simply believe in the images that have survived from the Pracian era.
The secret of this "revival" lies in special rings that occasionally appear on altars. Each contains a drop of Lasius blood, which grants the wearer an unnatural singing voice. Followers of the cult also use these rings to convey their patrons' will to other mortals. The entire ritual is accompanied by songs and poetry—this is the craft of Lasius.
Despite their influence, Lasius never became full-fledged spirits, even during the golden age of Druvanism. Many Druvanists consider the Lasiites either heretics or mere storytellers, while some still speculate that lasius might actually be tsourai.
Parba depict images of the savi on the walls of vardo, the soles of boots, and ceramics, or embroider them on clothing, towels, and tablecloths. Skilled artisans create figurines, idols, toys, and ornaments. However, these images themselves are not considered sacred, so they can be used as intended—getting them dirty or breaking them is not seen as disrespect toward the savi.
Some Parba dedicate a space in their home for prayers to a particular savi, but this is not mandatory. However, holidays, sacrifices, the first day of each month, and veve (ritual symbols) are considered sacred. Festival costumes and decorations are also treated as sacred, but only temporarily—at the end of a festival, they are traditionally burned.
Prayers and requests to the savi outside of festivals are usually not spoken aloud.