“Satelladeo

An alterhuman term where you are not a god or higher power yourself, but are intrinsically linked to one in some way. This can be as a devotee, an aspect of the power, a manifestation of their divinity/power, etc. The link can be voluntary change, an inherent aspect of one’s existence, or an unwanted apotheosis.

Despite the name, satelladeo is not exclusive to beings linked to gods; any higher power or otherworldly force falls under the umbrella. Satelladeo often falls under the divinekin umbrella, but not inherently.

Some examples of this include:

• Manifestations/Avatars of the Entities from The Magnus Archives
• Embodiments of divine power that aren’t direct gods themselves
• Worshippers of a higher power that have merged with or inherited its power in some way
• Angels that consider themselves aspects of their god’s power
• Certain godshard identities

The individual term for beings who identify with this is satellite(s), based on both the original meaning of attendant/follower, and the idea of orbiting around a greater force.”

Coined by cherrymogai on March 30, 2023.