Aikakellon
Aikakellon, literally "time bell" in Finnish, is a fictional artifact and cultural motif used in Finnish folklore and contemporary fantasy. The name derives from the Finnish words aika (time) and kello (clock or bell). In traditional and modern retellings, Aikakellon is often described as a bell, a clock tower, or a sentient device tied to a hidden temple or distant ruin where time behaves abnormally.
In the legends, the powers attributed to Aikakellon include slowing or speeding time within a limited radius,
Historically, Aikakellon appears across Finnish folklore-inspired works and has been adopted in contemporary fantasy novels, games,
In scholarly and media analyses, Aikakellon is discussed as a motif illustrating the dangers and responsibilities
See also: time, time travel, Finnish folklore, mythic artifacts.