Sarkic theocracy

Sarkicism, also known as Nälkä, is a widespread religious/philosophical cult that worships flesh and disease. The cult serves as one of the major antagonists in the SCP-universe.

Apotheosis
Sarkites believe that an individual can ascend to godhood. Sarkicism regards Grand Karcist Ion (and to a lesser extent, his Klavigar(saints)) as a being who has undergone apotheosis. For some, apotheosis will be achieved in time and only through Ion. For others, one has the ability to usurp Ion - it is their right (if not duty) to do so. The path to apotheosis is equal to the will to power.

Will
The will to power is the primary driving force of man. The individual seeks to master all things within its domain, exerting the direction of power (efficacy) while other individuals do the same, often in opposition. Will is to power as form is to matter; in turn, "desire is the measure of all things".

Theophagy
The sacramental consumption of a god. Sarkicism holds that there are many gods in the universe (none of which they worship) and that these entities can be "devoured" in some fashion. Adherents ultimately believe that this parasitic relationship (whether literal or allegorical) is the primary source of their thaumaturgical abilities.

To Shepherd the Flesh"
It is believed that all living things descend from a single progenitor (further explored in the Mythology section). Adherents hold that this shared ancestry is the key to corporeal augmentation; further suggesting a singular understanding of genetics, cloaked beneath layers of mysticism. It is the right of the Sarkite to guide and cultivate organic matter. The most skilled fleshcrafters are able to steal the genes of other lifeforms or create entirely new ones.

Further information

 * [Sarkicism Hub]