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|Name=Veshariin | |Name=Veshariin | ||
|Type= | |Image=[[File:Duranthi Veshariin.jpg|center|frameless]] | ||
|Culture= | |Type=New Cycle Celebration | ||
|Observed in=[[Kar-Thal]] | |Culture=Duranthi | ||
|Observed in=[[Kar-Thal]] | |||
|[[Ancestral Spirit]]=[[Veshar]] | |||
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|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. | |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=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. | |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. | ||
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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. | 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. | |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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