The **Companions of Bliss** are a smaller, specialized faction that shares the ideals of the **[[Daughters of Serenity]]** but with a distinct focus on companionship and emotional connection. [[Perserphina]], seeing the struggles of men burdened by infatuation and unmet desires, created the Companions as a sacred gift to address these needs. These women embody a more personal and intimate approach to easing the minds and spirits of those they encounter. #### **Purpose and Beliefs** The Companions believe that indulgence, when guided with care and respect, can bring clarity and focus to the mind. By forming deep emotional and physical bonds with men, they help ease frustrations and infatuations, allowing their companions to achieve peace and perform better in battle or other pursuits. #### **Rituals and Practices** Unlike the [[Daughters of Serenity]], whose rituals focus on healing and spiritual clarity, the rituals of the Companions are more carnal, celebrating the body and its desires as natural and sacred. These rituals help men confront and satiate their infatuations, clearing their minds and fortifying their spirits. - **Ritual of Indulgent Bliss:** A sacred act where the Companion forms a bond with a male companion, addressing his desires and frustrations to help him find focus and purpose. - **Bonding Ceremony:** A formalized ritual where the Companion links herself to a male companion, granting him physical and emotional strength through their connection. #### **Role as Warriors** The Companions are also skilled warriors, trained to protect their companions and lead them in battle. Their presence inspires courage and focus, as their companions fight not just for themselves but for the bond they share. #### **Other Lore** - [[Why the Companions of Bliss are Sought Over the Daughters of Serenity]] - [[Path of the Blissful Bond]] - [[Detailed Rituals of the Companions of Bliss]] - [[The Ritual of Beauty and the Healing Grace of the Daughters]] - [[A Philosophical Debate Between the Daughters of Serenity and the Companions of Bliss]] - [[Comparison Chart Daughters of Serenity vs. Companions of Bliss]]