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Folder: Religions
Title: Festivals & Holy Days
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# Festivals & Holy Days
## Overview
Throughout the year, communities celebrate festivals honoring the Nine Lights.
Some are joyous celebrations, while others are solemn occasions dedicated to remembrance or reflection.
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## Festival of First Light
Held at the beginning of spring.
Communities gather to celebrate renewal, planting, and hope.
Candles are lit before sunrise.
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## Harvest Blessing
Dedicated to Sylvaine and Kaelis.
Farmers offer thanks for successful harvests.
Large feasts are common.
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## Night of Lanterns
Families honor departed loved ones.
Thousands of lanterns float upon rivers and lakes.
Many believe the lights guide wandering souls home.
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## Day of Heroes
Dedicated to Tharos.
Knights, veterans, and guards are honored.
Tournaments and public ceremonies take place.
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## Winter Vigil
A quiet observance during the longest night of the year.
Communities gather inside temples to pray for the coming spring.
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## Related Pages
• Pantheon
• Funeral Rites
• Temples
• Calendar & Seasons