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Folder: World
Title: Death & Burial
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# Death & Burial
## Overview
Death is treated with great respect throughout Ashenveil. Every culture honors its dead differently, but nearly all believe that proper burial protects both the living and the departed.
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## Funeral Traditions
Funeral customs vary by region.
Some cultures bury their dead beneath stone markers.
Others cremate the deceased upon ceremonial pyres.
Warriors may receive elaborate honors, while common citizens are remembered through simple community ceremonies.
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## Cemeteries
Most villages maintain small graveyards beside temples or shrines.
Large cities contain extensive cemeteries watched by caretakers and priests.
Old battlefields often become sacred memorial grounds.
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## The Fear of the Restless Dead
Improper burials, dark magic, curses, and ancient rituals can prevent the dead from resting peacefully.
Stories of haunted crypts, wandering spirits, and undead horrors are common throughout Ashenveil.
Whether every tale is true remains uncertain.
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## Remembering the Dead
Songs, statues, written records, and annual remembrance festivals ensure that heroes, rulers, and loved ones are not forgotten.
Many believe a person's second death occurs only when their name is spoken for the final time.
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## Related Pages
• Religion
• Magic
• Creatures
• History
• Legends