The Order of Stella Maris is both a spiritual brotherhood and a maritime institution. Priests aboard Velorian ships serve as navigators of faith—blessing voyages, interpreting omens in the waves, and performing rites to appease the goddess. Their presence is considered essential for safe passage, and many captains refuse to sail without one. On land, priests devote themselves to long hours of prayer, ritual fasting, and the study within temple sanctums. While marriage is not forbidden, the demands of priestly life—especially in cities and naval service—make it rare outside of small coastal villages, where duties are lighter and faith is woven into daily life.