Arbor Graves

Arbor Graves refer to a pagan burial ceremony that was largely practiced before the advent of the Anchorite Triune. It was widespread in central Oseros, spanning from the present day regions of Mandura, Lenrois, and Albenos.

The practice involved planting a tree over the buried corpse of the deceased. Ceremonies and tree types varied between tribe to tribe. Eventually these graveyards would become so large they spawned entire forests. These forests are today known as Dead Groves.

When the Anchorite Triune became the dominant religion in central Oseros and paganism became persecuted, the tradition eventually died out. Few fringe pagan groups still practice it, although they are under the constant hunt of the Curators. The Dead Groves, however, still exist today, and are seen as cursed and fearful places full of pagan wickedness by the general populace.

Famous Dead Groves include