Priests

The “Preists” ( 僧, Sou) is a special branch within the Cipher Pol Organizations; they are placed in charge by The World Government. To oversee all the religious and spiritual affairs within the World Government, from acting as sages to giving funeral rights to a dead official or such. They also are a special group of Mercenaries, that are often called in for massive conflicts between nations. They are currently lead by High priest, Saint Santo Cielo.

Overview
The Priests are part of the Cipher Pol, but they are considered unofficial members. They are placed in charge of the religious affairs of the World Government. Handed picked by the Gorosei and are then giving a set of 3 vows that these holy men must take. The first being the vow of loyalty, that they will remain loyal to the government and to the “creator”. The next the vow of Abstinence, which they are not able to enjoy sexual relationship with either men or women. The last is a vow of Detachment, in which the members must become released from worldly possession and such.

The Priests main job is a few things; they help gather cultural and historical information on old cultures through their religions. The Priest is also to put down rebellions that have been started from a religious source and they are to collect and keep all of the Holy of Divine items. Which they hold within their bases, although they are rarely called upon. There most important job is to guard the small crystal orb that holds the most powerful Danu Danu no Mi Model, the Brahma model. Which they keep under a tight lock and key, even most government officials and marines are forbidden to come near it or know of its of existence. Only the Gorosei and the Fleet Admiral knows of its Existence.

Also during the times of war the men and women of the priests order, they will act as Sōhei warriors aiding the marines. Also when called in the elite members will act as personal bodyguards to the Gorosei if their lives are put in danger.