The New Sun Cult is a subgroup of the Bulwari Sun Cult, its name contrasting it with the Old Sun Cult. Like its predecessor, the teachings of the faith are centered on a dualistic view of good and evil, and the eternal fight between light and darkness. The Sun Cult believe that all gods are dead, with the last god, Surael, sacrificed himself to become the sun in order to keep the Malevolent Dark at bay. Surael, also called Surakel, was prophesied to be one day reborn in mortal flesh and lead the Bulwari people to greatness.
Despite the sun elves's special place in the faith, the majority of the priesthood are still human.
Difference from the Old Sun Cult: Sun Elves as the Chosen People[]
By 1000 Bulwar had been divided and under attack and dominion by various external forces such as the gnolls. It was not until Jaher and his sun elven ilk arrived in the region and liberated the Bulwari peoples and installed their rule. Combined with Jaher's golden complexion and natural leadership, the Bulwari Sun Cult proclaimed that he was Surael reborn, leading to a resurgence in the faith.
Since Jaher's death in 1127, the Sun Cult has proclaimed that since the line of Jaher has ended, his divine duty as Surael reborn now lies in the hands of the sun elven people - and that the world must be united by sun elfkind against the Malevolent Dark.