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Veshariin

Type	New Cycle Celebration
Culture	Duranthi
Observed in	Kar-Thal

Veshariin, known as the Harmonic Days, is a recurring ceremonial interval observed in Kar-Thal. Rooted in the belief that the stone realm itself breathes in cycles, it's a celebration of Oras and the memory of stone.

Origins and Purpose

Historical records carved within the Ashlar Vaults describe Veshariin as “feast of games." While the games themelves are unknown, these records indicate that Veshariin has been celebration since the early days of Duranthi society in Kar-Thal.

Practices and Observance

Veshariin is observed over a span of four days. During this time:

The beginning of Veshariin is marked by a chime struck in every district simultaneously, followed by a descending hum from all participants. The closing of Veshariin involves a single rising tone by those still present.

Cultural Significance

Veshariin is the most popular festival in Kar-Thal and subsequently Duranthi society. Council sessions pause, archives are sealed, and work suspended.

Ancestral Spirit

From the continuous celebration of Veshariin, the Ancestral spirit of Veshar emerged. Sometimes seen throughout the cycle wandering the halls of Kar-Thal, Veshar always makes an appearance on his namesake where people give gifts and celebrate his arrival.

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-{{Tradition Infobox
+{{Duranthi Traditions Infobox
 |Name=Veshariin
-|Type=Civic and Spiritual Ritual Interval
+|Image=[[File:Duranthi Veshariin.jpg|center|frameless]]
-|Culture=[[Orasian]]
+|Type=New Cycle Celebration
-|Observed in=Kar-Thal, Santuary Vale
+|Culture=Duranthi
+|Observed in=[[Kar-Thal]]
+|[[Ancestral Spirit]]=[[Veshar]]
 }}
-{{Tradition Sections
+{{Duranthi Traditions Sections
-|Introduction=**Veshariin**, known as the Harmonic Days, is a recurring ceremonial interval observed across Orasian society. Rooted in the belief that the stone realm itself breathes in cycles, Veshariin marks a period of public stillness, harmonic alignment, and spiritual recalibration. Rather than a single event, it is a synchronized pause observed across major districts and settlements, most centrally within [[Kar-Thal]].
+|Introduction='''Veshariin''', known as the Harmonic Days, is a recurring ceremonial interval observed in Kar-Thal. Rooted in the belief that the stone realm itself breathes in cycles, it's a celebration of [[Oras]] and the memory of stone.
-|Origins and Purpose=Veshariin is believed to originate from the earliest tonal teachings of [[Oras]], passed down through the first Rite-Keepers. Its purpose is to renew civic resonance with the living memory of the land, ensuring that law, speech, and labor remain in balance with subterranean rhythms.
+|Origins and Purpose=Historical records carved within the [[Ashlar Vaults]] describe Veshariin as “feast of games." While the games themelves are unknown, these records indicate that Veshariin has been celebration since the early days of [[Duranthi]] society in Kar-Thal.
+|Practices and Observance=Veshariin is observed over a span of four days. During this time:
-Historical records carved within the [[Ashlar Vaults]] describe Veshariin as “the held tone between decrees,” symbolizing a space where neither past nor future are spoken. In that stillness, [[Orasians]] reaffirm their alignment to ancestral memory.
+The beginning of Veshariin is marked by a chime struck in every district simultaneously, followed by a descending hum from all participants. The closing of Veshariin involves a single rising tone by those still present.
-|Practices and Observance=Veshariin is observed over a span of five to seven days, depending on regional resonance conditions. During this time:
+|Cultural Significance=Veshariin is the most popular festival in Kar-Thal and subsequently Duranthi society. Council sessions pause, archives are sealed, and work suspended.
+|Ancestral Spirit=From the continuous celebration of Veshariin, the Ancestral spirit of Veshar emerged. Sometimes seen throughout the cycle wandering the halls of Kar-Thal, Veshar always makes an appearance on his namesake where people give gifts and celebrate his arrival.
-* Public speech is suspended except in ceremonial tones.
-* Work ceases in all non-essential roles.
-* Citizens descend into harmonic sanctuaries such as [[Surn’s Refuge]] or local resonance halls.
-* Families gather for tonal synchronizations—communal hums or chants that align breath and vibration.
-The beginning of Veshariin is marked by a **silence chime** struck in every district simultaneously, followed by a descending hum known as the **First Stillwave**. The closing of Veshariin involves a single rising tone from the **Echo Altars**, symbolizing the return of civic rhythm.
-|Regional Variants=* In [[Dul-Val]], Veshariin includes the “Ore Prayer,” a silent procession to the quarry edges.
-* In [[Mar-Thal]], echo-linguists record variations in tone between Veshariin cycles as indicators of civic health.
-* In [[Djes-Val]], resonance students participate in **Stilltone Trials**, testing their harmonic focus.
 }}
+[[Category:Kar-Thal]]