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Zeiberland is almost 70% Atheist. However, Maism and [[Thaerism]] (Thayrism) are still prevalent. However the state does not support religion and does not make any exceptions for religion. The laws against Thaerism, which were set up in 1857 and 1902, have been loosening since the 1970s. After 1969, the practice of Thaerism became legal once again. However, in some pockets of the country, Thaerism is socially rejected and in some towns, Thaerism prevails. All other religions are not socially condemned, however, it is legal to practice religion if it abides by all regular laws and does not disturb Atheists. Maism is the only religion that is considered socially appropriate. This hostility towards religion stems from two major incidents in 1857 and 1902.

In 1842, a group of 30 or so thaerists came to together to form the Taybon association, later known as TAYIRISTIR. These people were thaerist extremists who believed that the Maists were plaguing their country and that the new atheist mindset would be the downfall of Zeiberland. They were based around the Thaerist village of tulagad in central Zeiberland which is presently towards the west of Alagad. Historically, the greater Alagad region was a thaerist hotspot (until the 'king's culling' incident). The taybon association took a violent approach to restoring thaerism. On the 19 July 1857, over a 100 tayristirs stormed the mayors office in Alagad with weapons. They burned down buildings and killed all the people who refused to join their cause. Many were killed or severely injured and on the 24 July, Zeibesh military entered Alagad. An evacuation was called and the most tragic event took place since the end of the civil war. Over 300 civilians and military personnel were killed. They attackers were executed or sent to the maximum security prison. On the 11th of August, 1857, a law was passed preventing all thaerists from practicing their religion.