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GS4-THANDIWE: /* Lythela */

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Lythela

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	:''A Note on the Terms:'' Both "Lythela" and "Af'Lytha" are said to have their roots in Sylvan; however, the only known use of these exact terms is found in the Wyrdeep around this holiday. Lythela is translated into Common roughly as "Summer's Ethereal Light" while "Af'Lytha" is "Light's Rest." Some linguists believe the "af" is actually just "after" and "lytha" is a shortened version of Lythela because of how the word flows upon the tongue. In other words, Af'Lytha is probably Wyrdeep slang.		:''A Note on the Terms:'' Both "Lythela" and "Af'Lytha" are said to have their roots in Sylvan; however, the only known use of these exact terms is found in the Wyrdeep around this holiday. Lythela is translated into Common roughly as "Summer's Ethereal Light" while "Af'Lytha" is "Light's Rest." Some linguists believe the "af" is actually just "after" and "lytha" is a shortened version of Lythela because of how the word flows upon the tongue. In other words, Af'Lytha is probably Wyrdeep slang.

			=== Kaaman Uda Gehan Bur: The Longest Light ===
			:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration''': Kaaman Uda Gehan Bur: The Longest Light
			:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': Day of the Solstice
			:'''Who celebrates it''': Primarily Mhoragians, but also any halfling of the Northern Steppes
			:'''Where is it celebrated''': Northern Steppes

			: The halflings commemorate the solstice with their aptly named midsummer festival Kaaman Uda Gehan Bur (literally "light is most long" or "Longest Light").

			'''The Cavalcade and the Ponies'''
			: The daytime festivities are marked by The Pony Cavalcade. Children gather to reenact ancient cavalry battles using their beloved "ponies," which are fashioned from sturdy wooden sticks adorned with finely carved heads and flowing manes. The entire day is dedicated to the preparation. Halfling families lavish attention on painting, polishing, and decorating their ponies with brightly colored ribbons, fresh summer flowers, and bells; each detail is meant to bring luck and speed to the mock battle.

			'''The Sunkeepers and the Fires'''
			: As the long day finally yields to twilight, the focus shifts to the communal hearth and protection against the encroaching darkness. Towering bonfires are ignited across the grasslands to quite literally keep the dark at bay through the short night.

			: Unwed young halfling women are granted the honorable, if symbolic, title of Sunkeepers. Their sacred charge is to tend and defend the bonfires, ensuring the flame never falters until dawn breaks. This vigil is not just ceremonial; it is the focus of a traditional courtship ritual. It is said that any potential suitor brave enough to sneak past the vigilant Sunkeepers and successfully steal a smoldering brand from their fire earns both the admiration of the community and a celebratory kiss from the Sunkeeper whose fire they challenged. This act is seen as a demonstration of courage, quickness, and good humor, all highly valued traits in a prospective halfling partner. The success or failure of the brand-stealing attempts provides lively entertainment for the whole community as the night wears on.

	===Nethyriar'Asmat===		===Nethyriar'Asmat===

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 :*The Great Piratical Flotilla: Cholen's Eve holds no special allure for the flotilla, but if someone wishes to stage a play, it is allowed.  Of course, pirates often have a different method of giving and receiving "constructive" criticism, so these endeavors, regardless of the day, tend to end in bloodshed and brawls, and what applause may be attributed to the latter and not the art.
 :*River's Rest:  While there are not town-specific traditions around Cholen's Eve in River's Rest, it is overall regarded as an opportune time for theatrical antics.  One year, an enterprising actor attempted a one-person play dramatizing the feithidmor cycle, and another year, the same person spent the evening crouched near the herb gardens, allegedly imitating the one-eared rabbit as allegory for the dangers of sailing.  No one quite understood either of these attempts, but the artist supplied winterberry ale, so a decent gathering was obtained.
 ===Dance of the Maedat and Seapony===
 :'''Name of Holiday/Celebration''': Dance of the Maedat and Seapony

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	:''A Note on the Terms:'' Both "Lythela" and "Af'Lytha" are said to have their roots in Sylvan; however, the only known use of these exact terms is found in the Wyrdeep around this holiday. Lythela is translated into Common roughly as "Summer's Ethereal Light" while "Af'Lytha" is "Light's Rest." Some linguists believe the "af" is actually just "after" and "lytha" is a shortened version of Lythela because of how the word flows upon the tongue. In other words, Af'Lytha is probably Wyrdeep slang.		:''A Note on the Terms:'' Both "Lythela" and "Af'Lytha" are said to have their roots in Sylvan; however, the only known use of these exact terms is found in the Wyrdeep around this holiday. Lythela is translated into Common roughly as "Summer's Ethereal Light" while "Af'Lytha" is "Light's Rest." Some linguists believe the "af" is actually just "after" and "lytha" is a shortened version of Lythela because of how the word flows upon the tongue. In other words, Af'Lytha is probably Wyrdeep slang.
	===Mairiseth Telearat===
	:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Mairiseth Telearat or Maithlea
	:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration:''' Several weekends during the month of Lumnea
	:'''Who celebrates it:''' Nalfein
	:'''Where it is celebrated:''' Coastal towns and ports
	:'''A short description of the holiday:''' The Mairiseth Telearat is a celebration of the estival season, a joining together of familiar faces and friends yet to come as they wander the various pavilions and stalls displaying well-crafted wares from around the Elven Nations.

	:As eccentric as the summer breeze, the market opens for a brief time along the coastal cliffs, the merchants and vendors covering the cobblestones with brightly colored shops while the rooftops above echo with the sounds of song and merriment.

	:Mairiseth Telearat, or night traders, is typically shortened to "maithlea" and is the generally accepted term for night markets in the Elven Nations. There are other, regional terms, often making use of some combination of elun, naira, erenien, or veleriel coupled with various terms for market, merchant, or trading, but none have taken hold like maithlea.
	===Nethyriar'Asmat===		===Nethyriar'Asmat===
	:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Nethyriar'Asmat or Sea Dragon Festival		:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Nethyriar'Asmat or Sea Dragon Festival

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 :''A Note on the Terms:'' Both "Lythela" and "Af'Lytha" are said to have their roots in Sylvan; however, the only known use of these exact terms is found in the Wyrdeep around this holiday.  Lythela is translated into Common roughly as "Summer's Ethereal Light" while "Af'Lytha" is "Light's Rest."  Some linguists believe the "af" is actually just "after" and "lytha" is a shortened version of Lythela because of how the word flows upon the tongue.  In other words, Af'Lytha is probably Wyrdeep slang.
 ===Nethyriar'Asmat===
 :'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Nethyriar'Asmat or Sea Dragon Festival

GS4-THANDIWE: /* Salty Dog's Day */

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Salty Dog's Day

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	:'''Where is it celebrated:''' Oblone		:'''Where is it celebrated:''' Oblone
	:'''A short description of the holiday:''' While the population of Oblone has shifted in the centuries since its founding, they still honor their roots as a half-elven settlement with a lavish market that spans three days in early Koaratos, the first Niiman through Feastday of that summer month. Elven influences feature heavily in the craftsmanship of the goods brought to this particular market, as well as the flavors of the foods served up. The wagons of the Vanadre Chiras are a common sight at the Founders' Market, with multiple vans invariably in attendance with their own wares, music, and performances to add to the festivities.		:'''A short description of the holiday:''' While the population of Oblone has shifted in the centuries since its founding, they still honor their roots as a half-elven settlement with a lavish market that spans three days in early Koaratos, the first Niiman through Feastday of that summer month. Elven influences feature heavily in the craftsmanship of the goods brought to this particular market, as well as the flavors of the foods served up. The wagons of the Vanadre Chiras are a common sight at the Founders' Market, with multiple vans invariably in attendance with their own wares, music, and performances to add to the festivities.
			===Ephus Day===
			:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration''': Ephus Day
			:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': 6th day of Koaratos
			:'''Who celebrates it''': Non-Biblian Ornathians
			:'''Where is it celebrated''': Isle of Ornath

			: Ephus Day is a light-hearted holiday celebrated every 6th of Koaratos by the common people of Ornath, where they poke gentle fun at the Scribes of Biblia by electing one of the island's children "Ephus for a Day." The origins of Ephus Day are murky, and apparently lost to history, though most say it traces back to a centuries-ago dispute between an ornery dairy farmer and a supercilious Biblian, that escalated to the farmer electing a local child "Ephus" and parading him among the farmsteads. This minor insult to Biblian dignity grew and evolved into the small and good-hearted summer celebration it is today.

			: In the weeks leading up to Ephus Day, Ornathian parents are wont to stir up excitement and curiosity among their children, asking them if they think they're smart enough to be Ephus and why. This leads to an evening bonfire, where children who wish to stand for election as Ephus are invited to share their wisdom with the voters present and make promises for their support. The child elected Ephus is crowned with a garland of flowers and carried on a bamboo litter through Sleeping Drake Harbor. The Ephus's brief reign is celebrated with fireworks and fruit skewers (as well as spiked punch for the adults).

			: The holiday is decidedly looked down upon by the Scribes of Biblia themselves, who see it as a mockery of their sacred rituals and way of life. Every Ephus Day, the Scribes are sure to be occupied with some piece of collective business, keeping them confined to the ground of Biblia, and far from the fun.

	===Salty Dog's Day===		===Salty Dog's Day===
	:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration''': Salty Dog’s Day		:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration''': Salty Dog’s Day
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	:'''Where is it celebrated''': Wandering Eye Market		:'''Where is it celebrated''': Wandering Eye Market
	:'''A short description of the holiday''': Salty Dog's Day is a celebration of the joys of pirate life, and no better place to celebrate such an achievement than the den of Kraken's Fall. It is difficult to organize any sort of activity for Salty Dog's Day, but the prevailing activity involves a copious consumption of rum and grog and the airing of grievances in the Wandering Eye Market. A brawl or three is the end result of such, hence some pirates procuring their own siegery miniatures to conduct their battles with minimal damage. Legend states that one particular argument resulted in both parties' ships sinking into the Tenebrous Cauldron, despite neither captain being in the vicinity of the piers.		:'''A short description of the holiday''': Salty Dog's Day is a celebration of the joys of pirate life, and no better place to celebrate such an achievement than the den of Kraken's Fall. It is difficult to organize any sort of activity for Salty Dog's Day, but the prevailing activity involves a copious consumption of rum and grog and the airing of grievances in the Wandering Eye Market. A brawl or three is the end result of such, hence some pirates procuring their own siegery miniatures to conduct their battles with minimal damage. Legend states that one particular argument resulted in both parties' ships sinking into the Tenebrous Cauldron, despite neither captain being in the vicinity of the piers.

	===Day of the Wandering Artist===		===Day of the Wandering Artist===
	:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration''': Day of the Wandering Artist		:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration''': Day of the Wandering Artist

GS4-MARSTREFORN: /* Oath Day */

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Oath Day

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	:'''Who celebrates it:''' Dwarves and Giantmen		:'''Who celebrates it:''' Dwarves and Giantmen
	:'''Where it is celebrated:''' Zul Logoth		:'''Where it is celebrated:''' Zul Logoth
	:'''A short description of the holiday:''' Those who live in and around Zul Logoth celebrate a day to honor to remember the Sunfist Pact. The day typically starts with a full tavern where everyone can enjoy a hearty meal, followed by a ceremonial account of the Sunfist Pact, then a renewal of oaths to honor the pact. Finally, a hunt for orcs, trolls, and giants who are sworn enemies of the dwarves and giantmen takes place and ends when Phoen's light fades into the horizon.		:'''A short description of the holiday:''' Those who live in and around Zul Logoth celebrate a day to honor and remember the Sunfist Pact. The day typically starts with a full tavern where everyone can enjoy a hearty meal, followed by a ceremonial account of the Sunfist Pact, then a renewal of oaths to honor the pact. Finally, a hunt for orcs, trolls, and giants who are sworn enemies of the dwarves and giantmen takes place and ends when Phoen's light fades into the horizon.

	[[category: Races and Cultures]]		[[category: Races and Cultures]]

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GS4-XYNWEN: /* Ta'Ardenai: Estival Court Celebrations */

2024-06-19T14:12:44Z

Ta'Ardenai: Estival Court Celebrations

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	:'''Who celebrates it:''' Ardenai elves		:'''Who celebrates it:''' Ardenai elves
	:'''Where is it celebrated:''' Ta'Ardenai		:'''Where is it celebrated:''' Ta'Ardenai
	: '''A short description of the holiday:''' The opening of the Estival Court is heralded by grackles ~~are~~ tied with black ribbons and topaz yellow leaves that are sent to all courts within Ta'Ardenai and all elven city-states. The three ceremonies of the Estival Court are The Diurnal Vanguard, Festival of the Split Sheaves of Phoenatos, and Banishment of the Mad King.		: '''A short description of the holiday:''' The opening of the Estival Court is heralded by grackles tied with black ribbons and topaz yellow leaves that are sent to all courts within Ta'Ardenai and all elven city-states. The three ceremonies of the Estival Court are The Diurnal Vanguard, Festival of the Split Sheaves of Phoenatos, and Banishment of the Mad King.

	: ''For more detail, see the Estival Court section of the [[Ta'Ardenai/Seasonal Courts\|Ta'Ardenai Seasonal Courts]] document.''		: ''For more detail, see the Estival Court section of the [[Ta'Ardenai/Seasonal Courts\|Ta'Ardenai Seasonal Courts]] document.''

GS4-XYNWEN: /* Ta'Ardenai: Estival Court Celebrations */

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Ta'Ardenai: Estival Court Celebrations

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	:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration:''' Throughout the summer season		:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration:''' Throughout the summer season
	:'''Who celebrates it:''' Ardenai elves		:'''Who celebrates it:''' Ardenai elves
	:'''Where is it ~~celebrate~~:''' Ta'Ardenai		:'''Where is it celebrated:''' Ta'Ardenai
			: '''A short description of the holiday:''' The opening of the Estival Court is heralded by grackles are tied with black ribbons and topaz yellow leaves that are sent to all courts within Ta'Ardenai and all elven city-states. The three ceremonies of the Estival Court are The Diurnal Vanguard, Festival of the Split Sheaves of Phoenatos, and Banishment of the Mad King.
⚫	:'''A ~~short~~ ~~description~~ ~~of the holiday:''' See~~ the ~~Vernal~~ Court section of the [[Ta'Ardenai/Seasonal Courts \| Ta'Ardenai Seasonal Courts]] document

		⚫	: ''For more detail, see the Estival Court section of the [[Ta'Ardenai/Seasonal Courts\|Ta'Ardenai Seasonal Courts]] document.''

	==Koaratos==		==Koaratos==
	===Founder's Market===		===Founder's Market===

GS4-XYNWEN: /* Imaerasta */

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Imaerasta

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	:'''Who celebrates it:''' Bloodline Basingstoke		:'''Who celebrates it:''' Bloodline Basingstoke
	:'''Where it is celebrated:''' Basingstoke compounds		:'''Where it is celebrated:''' Basingstoke compounds
	:'''A short description of the holiday:''' The bloodline gathers together in their compounds on the 1st of Imaerasta to honor and celebrate the birthday of their founder, Doneagil Basingstoke. Recognition of both Phoen and Jaston occur as well for their part in the containment of a plague. Doneagil's poetry is recited (as well as newer endeavors done in his style or to honor him), and food and drink flow freely. For the children, kite-flying is quite popular (and honors ~~Jason~~ as the kites dance through his four winds), and they spend the days before the 1st creating and decorating their founder's kite. Whenever possible, adults steal away for moments of rest, lying on quilts to honor Phoen by basking in the sun. In the case of inclement weather, activities are moved indoors and modified.		:'''A short description of the holiday:''' The bloodline gathers together in their compounds on the 1st of Imaerasta to honor and celebrate the birthday of their founder, Doneagil Basingstoke. Recognition of both Phoen and Jaston occur as well for their part in the containment of a plague. Doneagil's poetry is recited (as well as newer endeavors done in his style or to honor him), and food and drink flow freely. For the children, kite-flying is quite popular (and honors Jaston as the kites dance through his four winds), and they spend the days before the 1st creating and decorating their founder's kite. Whenever possible, adults steal away for moments of rest, lying on quilts to honor Phoen by basking in the sun. In the case of inclement weather, activities are moved indoors and modified.

	:See also: [[Lines of Blood: A History of the Gnomes]]		:See also: [[Lines of Blood: A History of the Gnomes]]

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	A selection of various summer celebrations found across Elanthia. This collection encompasses ceremonies from the summer solstice to just before the autumnal equinox.		A selection of various summer celebrations found across Elanthia. This collection encompasses ceremonies from the summer solstice to just before the autumnal equinox.
	==Lumnea==		==Lumnea==
	====Brewer's Bounty====		===Brewer's Bounty===
	:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Brewer's Bounty		:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Brewer's Bounty
	:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': Day before the summer solstice		:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': Day before the summer solstice
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	:'''Where is it celebrated''': Sylvarraend		:'''Where is it celebrated''': Sylvarraend
	:'''A short description of the holiday''': To celebrate the summer solstice (and to give participants enough time to recuperate before their patrols), brewmasters gather together to showcase their craftsmanship within the woodland hamlet of Sylvarraend, a tradition blossoming from the camaraderie of the Sapphire Guard and Crimson Legion as they shared a pint or two well away from the city walls. Traditionally celebrated the day before the summer solstice, citizens and visitors alike gather together to spend the evening in one another's company, often opting to set up tents within the hamlet as the ale pours until the early morning light.		:'''A short description of the holiday''': To celebrate the summer solstice (and to give participants enough time to recuperate before their patrols), brewmasters gather together to showcase their craftsmanship within the woodland hamlet of Sylvarraend, a tradition blossoming from the camaraderie of the Sapphire Guard and Crimson Legion as they shared a pint or two well away from the city walls. Traditionally celebrated the day before the summer solstice, citizens and visitors alike gather together to spend the evening in one another's company, often opting to set up tents within the hamlet as the ale pours until the early morning light.
	====Day of the Summer's Fortune====		===Day of the Summer's Fortune===
	:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Day of Summer's Fortune		:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Day of Summer's Fortune
	:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': Day of the summer solstice		:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': Day of the summer solstice
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	:'''Where is it celebrated''': All city-states, nearby bodies of water		:'''Where is it celebrated''': All city-states, nearby bodies of water
	:'''A short description of the holiday''': The longest day of the summer season is a nostalgic celebration of childhood and the sheer joy of a day of play. The daybreak heralds a colorful display of kites flying across the skies, the morning and afternoon spent in the company of friends and family around a picnic of sweets. As the sun begins to set, the blessings of the solstice are set adrift in the nearby waters, a reminder of the gratitude one feels to be afforded a day of carefree fun. Elves write their wishes and favored memories on small cards of parchment, folding these pieces into paper boats before sending them forth into the waters. These warm greetings are love letters to those who were not able to join the revelry, messages of love and light as the evening arrives.		:'''A short description of the holiday''': The longest day of the summer season is a nostalgic celebration of childhood and the sheer joy of a day of play. The daybreak heralds a colorful display of kites flying across the skies, the morning and afternoon spent in the company of friends and family around a picnic of sweets. As the sun begins to set, the blessings of the solstice are set adrift in the nearby waters, a reminder of the gratitude one feels to be afforded a day of carefree fun. Elves write their wishes and favored memories on small cards of parchment, folding these pieces into paper boats before sending them forth into the waters. These warm greetings are love letters to those who were not able to join the revelry, messages of love and light as the evening arrives.
	====Ushkarn Thagrim====		===Ushkarn Thagrim===
	:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Ushkarn Thagrim		:'''Name of Holiday/Celebration:''' Ushkarn Thagrim
	:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': Day of the summer solstice		:'''Date of Holiday/Celebration''': Day of the summer solstice