Vidvakastilaya (concept)
The Vidvakastilaya refers to the thousands of academies, temples, and libraries dedicated to the Vidvaookeyatran faith. The largest of these Vidvakastilaya are centers of scholarly authority, holding great sway over the rulers of Kashirya. Almost every single notable innovation in Kashiryan science and magic comes from one of these Vidvakastilaya. Having a prominent Vidvakastilaya as an ally grants a ruler great magical, spiritual, and secular power. However, the scholars have a tendency to wreak havoc on the land in the name of knowledge, causing resentment in the surrounding population.