The Devoured

The Devoured are a cult lead by Lum Ashless that is rising in power in the Oasis of Alum. Serving an otherworldly being named Sheb-Teth, the followers of this cult have been granted an ageless immortality were they neither need to eat or drink. However, obtaining enlightenment is not easy as a follower of the cult must starve themselves to death with their mind being constantly fixed on their devotion to Sheb-Teth. If the ritual is conducted properly, Sheb-Teth will consume the dying followers soul as they pass into the afterlife and will allow their body to continue living.

While living forever did originally appeal to many of the citizens of Alum, once the ritual was revealed many tried to get the cities police force to shut down this "suicide cult". These efforts were strengthened after a few rituals failed and some new members did not receive their immortality. Despite this, Lum and his followers still managed to recruit a size able following and are now pushing back against the city.