Sahptev involves the worship of 1001 gods and goddesses, said gods being based on virtually every kind of physical object and concept in existence. These gods are divided into gods of order and gods of chaos. The High Heavens (or the monks' interpretation of them) apparently plays a role in this system of worship. Every Monk holds a god as their patron. As many of the Monks value strength and resolve, it is common for them to seek the patronage of deities in the faith that embody these traits (e.g. Zaim and Ytar).