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Raymond S. G. Foster

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Proposal for Inclusion for Strippers and Belly Dancers


ETHICAL ADAPTATION OF ANCIENT PERFORMATIVE PRACTICES: STRIPPERS AND BELLY DANCERS
ETHICAL ADAPTATION OF ANCIENT PERFORMATIVE PRACTICES: STRIPPERS AND BELLY DANCERS

Introduction


a handful of individuals wishing to remain anonymous asked if we could find a way to adopt and adapt strippers and belly dancers as part of the Druish philosophy and culture, recognizes that human artistic expression—including dance, sensual movement, and embodied performance—since such things have existed throughout human history as a means of celebration, storytelling, spirituality, and social bonding.


I can certainly understand the reasoning aside from the more obvious enjoyment of seeing attractive women who also enjoy such attention and also enjoy the performance. I can also understand it from the perspective of such things existing across many ancient cultures, where various forms of dance was intertwined with spirituality, ritual, fertility symbolism, and communal gatherings, but also which is often underappreciated, exercise and health.


Modern professions such as stripping and belly dancing can be viewed, in certain contexts, as contemporary expressions of these ancient performative traditions. It's also…


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Raymond S. G. Foster

High Elder Warlock

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Theme Music for Mr. Skulls. The Chronicles of a Character

MR. SKULLS; AVATAR OF THE FOUNDER OF DRUWAYU
MR. SKULLS; AVATAR OF THE FOUNDER OF DRUWAYU
Resurrection of the Warlock

There are a few songs like this composed for the character and the various related themes. You are welcome to also try creating some music like we did here. This second one has Three different variations.


These songs are expressive of a mythology in some Old Gamer Scenes, both online and off, that developed around the character TalismanSkulls, no spaces between the words on purpose, that some came to call tali for short or simply Mr. Skulls. The top hat with the horns and skull design has been a feature of the character since his development as early as 2006 and got more fleshed out (no pun intended) for 20 years, and seemed to add even more height to a character already described as being 6'5 and 280 Lbs.


To understand the framing, the following is provided for greater clarity.


The Chronicle of TalismanSkulls


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Raymond S. G. Foster

High Elder Warlock

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CREDENTIALS FOR MEMBERS AND CLERGY

Overview


Recognizing the dedication of clergy and active members strengthens our overall online community, honors service, and promotes more engagement. We propose the creation and distribution of free printable church credentials so that they are accessible, customizable, and immediately usable by clergy and committed parishioners. Donations will be requested but will not be required for membership recognition.


Purpose


The credentials aim to:


  • Honor Commitment: Provide visible acknowledgment of service.


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Raymond S. G. Foster

High Elder Warlock

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PROPOSED DIGITAL CURRENCY: THE 'DRUS' COIN.

THE 'DRUS' COIN
THE 'DRUS' COIN

An Open Digital Currency Rooted in Endurance


Introduction


Communities around the world are increasingly turning to digital currencies to modernize infrastructure, improve transparency, and support ethical value exchange. Blockchain technology provides tools that naturally align with principles of accountability, reciprocity, and long-term sustainability.


DRUS enters this landscape as an open, values-aligned digital currency inspired by enduring human principles rather than enforced belief. It is designed to be usable by anyone, regardless of religious affiliation, cultural identity, or worldview.


DRUS is not a church-restricted token, not a doctrinal currency, and not a mechanism of control. Participation is voluntary, governance is limited, and exit is always possible.


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Raymond S. G. Foster

High Elder Warlock

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Describing the One and Three to Others

UNDERSTANDING THE TRADITION ISN'T THAT COMPLICATED
UNDERSTANDING THE TRADITION ISN'T THAT COMPLICATED

A UNIVERSAL FRAMEWORK OF CREATION


If someone wishes to create a visual representation of the processes expressing these concepts, they are welcome to do so. External criticism is also welcomed not as an opportunity to defend anything as much as to simply share the concepts with others.


In Druan cosmology, creation is articulated through Sacred Geometry, where divine essence manifests as precise structure, motion, and proportion. The Seal of the One and Three, a triangle interwoven with three interlocked rings, represents the eternal interplay between the One God and the Three Goddesses. This geometric formulation is not merely symbolic; it expresses the operational blueprint of reality, connecting the nonphysical and physical realms.


Across cultures and philosophical traditions, this notion of unity expressed through triadic emanations appears repeatedly, however, this tradition is quadrotheistic, not triadic. Triadic concepts fall within contexts such as:


  • The Christian Trinity embodies the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, distinct…


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Raymond S. G. Foster

High Elder Warlock

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Reasonable Propaganda: Suggested/Not Required

IT DOESN'T HAVE TO ALL BE SPOOKY
IT DOESN'T HAVE TO ALL BE SPOOKY

This is both serious and based on a sense of humor, and can be applied as a form of propaganda because, well, it is. Propaganda is strategic communication designed to influence public opinion, beliefs, or actions, often by presenting biased, misleading, or emotionally charged information to promote a specific agenda, political cause, or ideology, rather than objective facts, using techniques like selective facts, loaded language, and repetition to bypass rational thought.


Fortunately this Propaganda is not meant to mislead anyone, and the selected facts are not all that selective as much as specific things people often bring up as questions or try to make claims which these things counter directly. And yes, a lot of it is loaded on purpose.


That said;


Converting to a different faith can be intimidating, but when the pros outweigh the cons, it can be totally worth it. You just have to be aware of…


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Raymond S. G. Foster

High Elder Warlock

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Core Story Development Questions for Druan Collections

FACTS DON'T HAVE FEELINGS
FACTS DON'T HAVE FEELINGS

These are my top 20 key story writing questions one should ask when writing about specific persons or events that may be included as part of the Druan-specific collections or tops as in other areas of our group pages. Review them for clarity.


The more original the content, the better it will be, and obviously, the more aligned and relatable with all the previous information as the essential foundations of Druwayu, it will make it all that much better.


It does not need to be purged of any humor either. Every culture should have some sense of humor especially about itself, as it helps keep things more respectful and less prone to paranoid exaggerations, fears, and excuses. Also, if you dont see a topic category, create one.


  • Who or what is it about?

  • Where do they or does it come from?


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