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The first step is to expel the gods. Once they vanish from the earth, humans will naturally change their way of thinking, naturally doubt the existence of gods. Then, spreading atheism will be simple.
To expel the gods, of course, power is necessary, but what's crucial is cutting off their source of power: faith.
The original gods of Earth died out almost 14,000 years ago—well, over 9,000 years ago from today's standpoint—during the battle with the white giants. The remaining gods have mostly fallen and become spirits.
