As the sun sinks below the horizon in the land of Esoria, tinting the sky with a crimson afterglow, a mysterious legend spreads about the cruel justice of the gods. The gods, a group of powerful, incorruptible beings said to be the defenders of all things liquid and precious, created a simple but strict principle: no one should own what does not belong to anyone else. According to the myth, everyone who joins the Esorian community must pay tribute by donating all their belongings to sacred storehouses. These storehouses are managed by wise and fair leaders who distribute resources to those in need, ensuring that no one is exploited or neglected. However, not everyone is happy to give up their property. Some, driven by greed or selfishness, refuse to give up their accumulation and try to keep their wealth for themselves. Among these people, the gods will bring down terrible punishments. A wealthy merchant named Makai refused to give up his accumulation, apparently thinking that he was above the rules of the community. After a while, strange things began to bother him: his money box became empty, precious jewelry disappeared, and merchant ships capsized or disappeared. At night, Makai would hear whispers in his ear, warning him to give away his possessions to avoid greater horrors. As Makai’s suffering intensified, people began to whisper about the wrath of the spirits, and these people were known as “sharing reprobates.” The community believed that the spirits only tolerated those who shared their belongings with their neighbors, and they saw Makai’s misfortunes as a stern warning against rebellion. Another example was that of Ella, a talented artisan who had trouble giving up her precious pearls and gemstones. She believed her work was valuable and should not be shared with others. However, her work began to break piece by piece, and from time to time, fires would catch in the craft room, destroying her creations. At night, Ella heard whispers reminding her that sharing was a divine principle, and when she finally gave in and donated her possessions, her work was restored to its former glory. As these stories spread, people began to connect these events to the will of the spirits. Many were shocked and began to abide by the principles of the community, donating their possessions to avoid the terrible fate that could befall those who rebelled. The myth helped maintain order in the group in a number of ways: 1. **Importance of Sharing**: The myth emphasizes the need to donate all goods for the benefit of the community. This creates a culture of mutual support and cooperation as individuals put their needs above personal gain. 2. **Social Cohesion**: The high-profile punishment for refusing to give up property fosters a sense of solidarity and shared values in the community. Individuals recognize that they are part of a greater whole and that there may be consequences if they do not obey. 3. **Deterring Individualism**: Sharing stories of renouncers effectively discourages selfish behavior as individuals are reluctant to face rumors of divine justice. This encourages individuals to put the collective good above their personal desires. 4. **Fair Distribution**: With a sacred storehouse and manager, the distribution of resources becomes more equal. Everyone benefits from the community, which reduces feelings of jealousy and inequality. 5. **Divine Authority**: The intervention of the gods provides a higher legitimacy for the rules and norms of the community. Individuals recognize that their behavior is not only constrained by the community, but also monitored and guided by their sacred guardians. As the myth spread, the people of Esoria learned to value solidarity, cooperation, and the importance of sharing resources with others. The punishment the gods inflict on those who refuse to give up their property serves as a reminder to ensure that the community remains united and socially harmonious, a lesson that is repeated for future generations.