The Fair of Erentide
Sunday 10 Oct, 2010
1800GMT- onward
Laanx Temple Grounds
The Fair of Erentide
* WARNING: This may or may not clash with settings on one or more points. I tried to piece it together with what was availible while keping nuetral with suggestions on how it may be played out.
Throughout the month of Quintahl The Priesthood of the Laanx Temple begins it's preparations form the coming of Erentide. Sending members of it's Noctarial Branch to the Sixth level to observer and predict the rising tides of the Great Lake. Among them goes the the best of their Seers and Scholars. Many have chosen that have been born to the month of Azhord regardless whether or not they are Seasoned scholars or the newest of understudies. It is believed those born under the sign of Azord are gifted with the ability to see into the visions of the those of the past, seeing all of what they have seen. It may be that they only see that which is relevant to the presence. It is through these visions and teaching that reinforce the prediction of prophecies laid down throughout the cycles.
A prediction is made and said to be sent back to the Temple of the best Day in which the tide may crest it's highest upon the shoreline. It is on that day that a Fair is held upon the Temple of Laanx grounds in Honor of it's Gods. To receive his Blessing or displeasure as they await his sign upon the distant shore.
It is a busy time for the temple as they make preparations in offerings and sacrifice. For good or ill the worship of their God is to be received with relish of the dedication that is due to him. Many young followers may chose this period to join in marriage in hopes that a his blessing will come as a sign of their unions longevity. Crafters, merchants and Tradespersons whether of the Lannx faith join in to Honor a God they may cherish and/or fear in hopes that he may also smiles his grace upon them as well.
The temple of Lannx is not the only Religion Organization that seeks the forecast that is marked by the cresting of the Great Lakes tidal level. Many may send their best Seer's to be among the first to predict the forecast of the future. Many cults find their way into the mix of Religious and University Scholars. Claiming that their predictions are the correct view that should be up held among the others.
Very few have ever seen the rising of the Great lake from the shores of the Sixth level at it's peak. Of those factions that have sent observers have always maintained those that observed the shoreline indefinitely throughout the years to trace the each cresting and to record them. Those records are covenanted within those Organizations to help them reveal any similarities within the measurements that could better predict the outcome of the future. That knowledge being held within the higher ranks releasing only that information needed to better serve their purposes.
Some religions suggest and may believe that the lowering and rising of the tide comes from the efforts of the Gods. The belief dating back, suggesting that Talad and Laanx had rerouted the rivers and streams to serve and supply the rich lands of the First level of Yliakum. Thus draining the lake to serve as a source of life for the planting of each cycles harvest. As the harvest grows to maturity and needs less of the valued nutrients of life the water recedes. Returning to its source, that o the great Lake which begins again to swell in reserve for another cycle.
Scholars trace their belief's to the study of nature. That the necessity of life of the higher levels do indeed draw from the source of the great Lake for life sustaining nutrients. However the tide may be observed as a natural occurrence due to the forces that surround us. Some study the effects that may occur with each passing of the day and the effects that the Crystal may play some part in the flow of the Tidal movement. Their studies look into the events of the seasons, of each period and to the length between each eclipse. Keeping that knowledge and recorded observations for debate and discussions among those of their peers.
Within the month of Azhord much of the faster growing harvest begins to ripen and find it's way into the local Markets. Berries, and common vegetables as well as several herbs and spices. The produce is bought by many to be stored or to produce finer made food or beverages. Crafters may begin to gather to trade to improve their clientele as the harvest season begins in it's infancy. Artisans, Bards and dancers may also present themselves among the crowds to preform for a meal or a handful of coin.
Fortune tellers present themselves for a fee to predict one's future. Some claiming to be born in Azhord and given the ability to forecast one fortune truthfully and accurately.
All Merchants, cooks, crafters traders, and artisans are welcome to join us in the grounds beneath the towering temple of Laanx to celebrate the Erentide Fair.
Other ideas are welcome for the days events and may be added before the weekend
