Legetime

Legetime is a neologism that has appeared in online discussions and niche fiction circles since the early 2020s. It does not have a standardized definition, and its meaning can vary by context. In general, legetime is used to describe a moment, period, or state connected to legitimacy, authenticity, or canonical status within a narrative, game, or discourse.

Etymology and origins of the term are uncertain. The word appears to blend ideas associated with legality or legitimacy with notions of time, but its exact linguistic roots are unclear. It likely arose through informal usage across multiple communities rather than from a single authoritative source.

Domains and usages. In fan fiction and role-playing communities, legetime may denote the “authorized” timeframe when events are considered canon or acceptable within the story’s internal rules. In game design or meta-discussion, it can refer to the internal clock or the window during which actions are recognized as valid or legitimate by participants. Because of its informal nature, the interpretation of legetime often depends on local norms and the specific context of a discussion or game.

Variation and related terms. Legetime is typically discussed alongside concepts such as canon, lore, timeline, and time windows. It shares the sense that some moments or periods carry greater legitimacy or validity in a given fictional or participatory framework, but unlike established terms, its meaning is flexible and community-dependent.

See also: canon, lore, timeline, time window.