GM Core
Chapter 3: The Pact Worlds
Religion
Source GM Core pg. 200
Many individuals in the universe pay homage to at least one deity, whether it be one associated directly with their species or a deity with even further reach in the galaxy. Some might worship a local pantheon of deities, such as the elves of Sovyrian, or instead venerate a distinct philosophy like those of the vesk battle saints. Remember that some deities receive worship on countless worlds, sometimes even taking on different identities when interacting with different planets.
Deities
Source GM Core pg. 200
Anyone can worship a deity, but those who do so devoutly should take care to pursue the faith's edicts (behaviors the faith encourages) and avoid its anathemas (actions considered blasphemous). Each deity has a short description, followed by their edicts and anathemas.
The deities described here are considered core deities because people commonly worship them in the Pact Worlds, or because they play an important role in the Starfinder setting. For example, Lissala isn't a popular deity in the Pact Worlds, but every child in New Thespera says their prayers to Lissala, the divine patron of their great empire. Other deities exist in the Universe, including some of the ancient gods of Lost Golarion and deities so alien the peoples of the Desna's Path galaxy aren't able to comprehend their existence.
The deities described here are considered core deities because people commonly worship them in the Pact Worlds, or because they play an important role in the Starfinder setting. For example, Lissala isn't a popular deity in the Pact Worlds, but every child in New Thespera says their prayers to Lissala, the divine patron of their great empire. Other deities exist in the Universe, including some of the ancient gods of Lost Golarion and deities so alien the peoples of the Desna's Path galaxy aren't able to comprehend their existence.
Faiths and Philosophies
Source GM Core pg. 203
Faith can express itself in more ways than venerating a single deity—or any deity at all. A few examples of popular nondeific religions and philosophies are presented below. These faiths and philosophies don't have an external godhead that offers benefits to devotees.