Cetic

Ceticism (a pun on "ascetic") is a religion in the Pacific group, founded by the 25th century Emperor of California, Elton Yudkow "the Lawgiver". Based on a variety of traditions in California, ranging from Islam to Buddhism, Ceticism is remarkably syncretic, which has allowed for much of its success. Currently they control much of California, Nevada, and Baja California, but the squabbling of the Californian states following the Red Sash Rebellion has greatly weakened the influence of the Celestial Emperor, the head of Ceticism. For now, the future of Ceticism is uncertain.

Features

 * Sects known as "Ways", which give stat bonuses and some opinion modifiers
 * Head of faith is the Celestial Emperor of California, which is both a religious title and a de-jure Empire
 * Via decision, can incorporate Gaianism into the Way of the Branch
 * Via targeted decision, can gain a sympathy trait corresponding to the religion of target character.