Fallne

Fallne is a traditional harvest festival of the Fallnari people, observed in the highland region of Verdell. It is held annually over three days in late autumn, shortly after harvests are gathered and before winter tightens. The festival emphasizes communal gratitude, renewal of social bonds, and preparation for the lean months ahead.

Fallne derives from Fallnian roots meaning “season turn” and denotes the gathering that signals the seasonal shift.

Core rituals include a communal feast, bonfires, and the Turning, a dusk ritual dance. Story circles recount ancestral deeds and village history, while households display carved talismans and sheaves of grain. Coastal communities add sea offerings, and upland villages emphasize harvest bread and livestock blessings.

Historically, Fallne likely began as an agrarian rite tied to post-harvest lull. Written references appear in Fallnian chronicles from the 12th century, though oral traditions extend further. Over time, the festival broadened to include crafts, markets, and music.

Today, Fallne is celebrated across the Fallnari communities and their descendants. It is recognized as intangible cultural heritage in regional initiatives, with educational programs and tourism complementing traditional practice.