Batu Festival Of Spirits

The Festival of the Spirits

The Spirits cycle through where for a period of time (every 3rd and 4th day of the month) each spirit is more prominent. When the time comes to pass from one spirit to the next the festival is celebrated.

Traditions
The festival lasts for a day and a night, and the traditions are divided for the two. The festival starts the evening before the night with preparations. the night portion of the Festival is about the previous spirit departing so it is more somber with an emphasis on reflection and remembrance. With the idea that this night there is no spirit as the previous one has departed.

Traditions of the Night:

 * Ritual Fasting and meditation.


 * visiting graves of loved ones


 * extinguishing the lights of the home

The following day is dedicated to the Arriving Spirit. The new Spirit Arriving at dawn signals that the next phase of the festival can commence. The mood changes drastically into one of rejoice and relief as the power of the new spirit washes over the land.

Traditions of the Day:

 * friendly sparring and combat


 * feasting around open fires


 * dancing and drinking

The end of the Festival would end with an event that is themed about the new spirit.

The Cycle
The cycle continues as follows, along with the spirits is listed what each spirits represent as well as the event for their Festival.

Aput: the time of Aput is considered one of the best times to be born in, with good fortune and blessings. Children of Aput are born leaders and people of wisdom meant to guide and mentor. This is the time injustices should be afraid as Aput brings Justice down. Now is the time to seek redemption and guidance. Skill/talent show/contest (any skills allowed, singing, dancing, whistling, fighting, etc)

Ama'rah: Those born in the time of Ama'rah are fierce of spirit. now is when you should fight for goals and dreams. Good luck will be found in Combat and battles. Event, Battle Royal

Arron: Those quick of mind and hand. The best time to invest in your personal interests and growth. Fighting and progressing for ones self. Great fortune to those learning a new skill or furthering an old skill. Event, Battle Tournament

Chet'a: Creative and free flowing are the traits of Chet'a's children. Trickery and Mischief abound with this spirit. This is the time for passionate endeavors! Following your feelings and heart will bring good fortune. Event, Build Contest

Gan: Strong willed and stubborn, monetary endeavors in line with the way of Gan will prove fruitful. This is the time of good harvests. Travel will be eventful and return will be safe. Event, Parkour.

Kutsal: Loyal and social are the children of Kutsal. love and friendship is in the air! the joining of families and the strengthening of bonds! Now is the time to start a new relationship and take the next step on old relations. Event, Poetry Contest