Typically, a Selǔnite is sacrificed. That is how a Sharran proves herself to the Dark Lady. Though I would say, not any Selûnite ought to do. There are plenty of ordinary believers of the Moonmaiden and killing them wouldn't be much effort - it hardly proves loyalty.
As I said, some believe any Selûnite counts. But for it to be a true test of skill and faith, I believe a powerful servant of the Moonmaiden ought to be the minimum.
Our Dragon God is our protector, but when enraged, not even our island is spared from its wrath. In times of calamity, a sacrifice is offered to appease our god and restore peace to the land.
Some believe that any life may suffice, but tradition dictates that this is the duty of the priestess.
[that thought strikes her as horribly sad, especially when eupha is little more than a girl. but she struggles with it, unsure why it should make her sad.]
It's beautiful, to be willing to give up everything of yourself to your faith. Most lack that strength.
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How does one prove oneself?
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[ there's a thoughtful pause. her tone is still one of sincere curiosity, with an absence of shock or concern about this. ]
So it must be a person of higher rank?
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It sounds quite different from our rite of sacrifice.
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Some believe that any life may suffice, but tradition dictates that this is the duty of the priestess.
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[to just be fed to a dragon?]
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It's beautiful, to be willing to give up everything of yourself to your faith. Most lack that strength.
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I am just glad I was able to help my people in a way that no one else could.
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