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Unodin signifies the beginning of the Yliakum calendar year and for newfound fortitude for the coming months. It is at this time that the workers in the fields begin planting their crops. This month epitomizes the beginnings of life and represents the will needed to persevere. Deshiin, the sign of the Steady Hand, tells those born under its influence that they are strong of will which sometimes blinds the intelligence needed to make sound decisions. | Unodin signifies the beginning of the Yliakum calendar year and for newfound fortitude for the coming months. It is at this time that the workers in the fields begin planting their crops. This month epitomizes the beginnings of life and represents the will needed to persevere. Deshiin, the sign of the Steady Hand, tells those born under its influence that they are strong of will which sometimes blinds the intelligence needed to make sound decisions. | ||
===Byari=== | ===Byari=== | ||
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Byari, the second month in the Yliakum calendar, is the time of festivals and rejoicing as the many Peoples celebrate Ierefal, or The Coming. It is recorded in ancient history that the various races began to appear in Yliakum at about this time of year. Twivenis, the Verdant Wings, personifies the swiftness needed to survive in this new world while having reduced vitality and vigor due to the nature of travelling the Great Portals. | |||
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===Treman=== | ===Treman=== | ||
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Treman, the third month in the Yliakum calendar, symbolizes the transition to watchfulness and personal growth. In order for the first People to get along with one another in this new place they concentrated on their newfound common ground instead of clinging to their individual pasts. People born under Vooreva, the sign of Unified Vigilance, possess the unique gifts of persuasion and easier access to the magic most directly tied to the Azure Sun. As counterpoint, the sacrifices needed for unity put a drain on an individual's will, in support of the greater good. | |||
===Kraavan=== | ===Kraavan=== | ||
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The month of Kravaan is the peak of the year, with enhanced plant growth throughout. Trees crowd together and stand as testament to the solidity of Yliakum's lush existence. Those born under the sign of Dohdeth, the Leaf of Fate, enjoy an enhanced resilience, but lack finesse and grace, much like the immobile forest they embody. | |||
===Quintahl=== | ===Quintahl=== | ||
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Quintahl, the fifth month in the Yliakum calendar year, is representative of the winding down of the crops' growth and festival planning. Harvest is always a time of celebration, and the Peoples of Yliakum plan decadent parties laden with food and gifts. The sign of Taarev the Hunter embodies the speed and accuracy required to hunt game in the wild, as well as being adept with small blades. Taarev would tire easily, however, and that limitation is passed on to those born under his sign. | |||
===Azhord=== | ===Azhord=== | ||
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Azhord signifies the end of the growth season and the beginning of Harvest. This sixth month of the Yliakum calendar brings the Visions of the historic Seers to light as all People look to their past for guidance in their future. Divination is stronger in those born under Azriim's pearly influence, and increased mental faculties are inherited from the Seers of old. As physical prowess was historically not one of their strong points, people under Azriim's power have limits to their own. | |||
===Yloanen=== | ===Yloanen=== | ||
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The month of Ylaaren is the end of Harvest and the time when Yliakum turns a bit cooler. Natural vents in the cavern roof leak cold air that drifts heavily downward into the heart of the cone. People born in the time of Firannis the Warrior gain additional strength in anticipation of the changing season. Strength does not impart wisdom, however, which was the downfall of Firannis himself, a lesson often taught to younger children. | |||
===Dwanden=== | ===Dwanden=== | ||
[[Image:Dwanden.png]] | [[Image:Dwanden.png]] | ||
Revision as of 00:00, 12 July 2007
The Yliakian Calendar is made up of 10 months which each have 32 days, making the whole year last 320 days.
Months
Undin
Unodin signifies the beginning of the Yliakum calendar year and for newfound fortitude for the coming months. It is at this time that the workers in the fields begin planting their crops. This month epitomizes the beginnings of life and represents the will needed to persevere. Deshiin, the sign of the Steady Hand, tells those born under its influence that they are strong of will which sometimes blinds the intelligence needed to make sound decisions.
Byari
Byari, the second month in the Yliakum calendar, is the time of festivals and rejoicing as the many Peoples celebrate Ierefal, or The Coming. It is recorded in ancient history that the various races began to appear in Yliakum at about this time of year. Twivenis, the Verdant Wings, personifies the swiftness needed to survive in this new world while having reduced vitality and vigor due to the nature of travelling the Great Portals.
Treman
Treman, the third month in the Yliakum calendar, symbolizes the transition to watchfulness and personal growth. In order for the first People to get along with one another in this new place they concentrated on their newfound common ground instead of clinging to their individual pasts. People born under Vooreva, the sign of Unified Vigilance, possess the unique gifts of persuasion and easier access to the magic most directly tied to the Azure Sun. As counterpoint, the sacrifices needed for unity put a drain on an individual's will, in support of the greater good.
Kraavan
The month of Kravaan is the peak of the year, with enhanced plant growth throughout. Trees crowd together and stand as testament to the solidity of Yliakum's lush existence. Those born under the sign of Dohdeth, the Leaf of Fate, enjoy an enhanced resilience, but lack finesse and grace, much like the immobile forest they embody.
Quintahl
Quintahl, the fifth month in the Yliakum calendar year, is representative of the winding down of the crops' growth and festival planning. Harvest is always a time of celebration, and the Peoples of Yliakum plan decadent parties laden with food and gifts. The sign of Taarev the Hunter embodies the speed and accuracy required to hunt game in the wild, as well as being adept with small blades. Taarev would tire easily, however, and that limitation is passed on to those born under his sign.
Azhord
Azhord signifies the end of the growth season and the beginning of Harvest. This sixth month of the Yliakum calendar brings the Visions of the historic Seers to light as all People look to their past for guidance in their future. Divination is stronger in those born under Azriim's pearly influence, and increased mental faculties are inherited from the Seers of old. As physical prowess was historically not one of their strong points, people under Azriim's power have limits to their own.
Yloanen
The month of Ylaaren is the end of Harvest and the time when Yliakum turns a bit cooler. Natural vents in the cavern roof leak cold air that drifts heavily downward into the heart of the cone. People born in the time of Firannis the Warrior gain additional strength in anticipation of the changing season. Strength does not impart wisdom, however, which was the downfall of Firannis himself, a lesson often taught to younger children.
Dwanden
Novari
Yndolin
