Zakarum
The Zakarum is an organization that features in Diablo.
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History
The Order of Zakarum were a human organization that was established on Sanctuary. Zakarum had its origins in Akarat, an ascetic who claimed to have been visited by the angel Yaerius, who revealed to him the teachings of what would form the basis of Zakarum. These teachings stressed the necessity of resisting all things evil, and embracing, with total devotion, the Light. The angel appointed Akarat to be the prophet of these new teachings, and bade him take the word to the people of all lands. Deckard Cain though had his own views on this event however. In his mind, what Akarat had really seen was an echo of sorts of Uldyssian's final sacrifice, an act that some mystics have been reported to have seen. He believed this act echoed throughout space and time, and can only be seen by those deep in meditation. Thus, Cain believed that Akarat had witnessed the phenomenon himself and interpreted it as the being Yaerius, 'Yaerius' translating as 'son of light' in his own language. Whatever the truth of the matter, Akarat now had the fundamental belief that humans were powerful vessels of light, and that all should seek their 'inner light' in order to live good lives.
Overview
They were also known as the Church of Light, the Zakarum Church and the Religion of the Light.
Stalwart in their worship of the light, Zakarumites fervently resist anything evil.
Leadership of the church was held by a figure holding the title of Que-Hegan (Great Patriarch of Zakarum). Those holding this position were deemed the the highest divine authority of the Zakarum faith. The High Council of Zakarum was a body within the Zakarum faith. They were deemed to be faithful and generous leaders of their people.
The Church has maintained arms militant. The Church had twelve Grand Inquisitors originally to detect corruption within the populace. The number of inquisitors increased as the influence of the Prime Evils spread. Eventually, the priesthood itself took on the role of judge and jury, and sent out the Zakarum Zealots to play the role of executioner to any who were considered corrupted.
Additionally, the Church has utilized at least two Paladin orders, one being the Protectors of the Word and the other were the Hand of Zakarum.
The Soldiers of the Faith acted as bodyguards for the Church's highest-ranking members.
Zakarum architecture is distinctive and refined. Zakarum structures are adorned with ornate details, and are often accompanied by elaborate statuary. Relics are usually found inside Zakarum estates.
The Orbei Monastery is an isolated and secretive feature in the rural Dry Steppes. While the Zakarum’s presence had diminished, the Orbei Monastery carried evidence that places of worship for the Zakarum can still quietly function.
Members
- Akarat :
- Khalim :
- Johanna :
Notes
- The Zakarum were created by Blizzard Entertainment where they featured in the setting of the Diablo universe.
Appearances
- Diablo:
- Diablo 2:
- Diablo 3:
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