Keepalojen
Keepalojen is a term used in speculative fiction and worldbuilding to denote a guild of memory custodians who safeguard living records and artifacts for a community. In this concept, keepalojen operate across physical, digital, and oral archives to ensure continuity of knowledge across generations.
Etymology and in-world meaning: The name is a fictional construction, derived from a combined root meaning guard
Organization and duties: Keepalojen work in a loose network of sanctuaries called alojen. They are trained
History and lore: In the lore, the keepalojen emerged after a collective forgetting that threatened cultural
Modern representation: In contemporary fiction and role-playing games, keepalojen serve as narrative devices to explore themes
Related topics include memory, archiving practices, and guardians in fiction.