Remhoes

Remhoes is a fictional term used in world-building to describe a ceremonial artefact and accompanying cultural practice of the Remho people in a speculative setting. In this context, remhoes are small, carved discs that function as repositories of memory and identity.

The term remhoe derives from the Remho language and is commonly interpreted as “memory disk” or “record of days.” The concept appears in various regional traditions within the imagined world, with debates about precise etymology reflecting the diversity of Remho dialects.

Construction and design: Remhoes are typically made from locally sourced hardwoods such as oak, cedar, or ebony. They are circular discs about 6 to 8 centimeters in diameter, with a smooth face and a slightly recessed edge. Glyphs—often clan motifs, mnemonic symbols, or personal marks—are incised, and some versions include inlays of shell, stone, or metal.

Role and use: In Remho culture, a remhoe is passed from elder to apprentice during rites of passage. Each generation adds a glyph to record significant life events, ceremonies, or achievements. The front face is read during communal storytelling sessions, while the back records memories and personal history. The object thus serves as a tangible map of communal memory.

History and reception: In the fictional lore, remhoes first appear in historical accounts within travelogues and oral histories from earlier centuries, with regional variations developing over time. In modern storytelling, remhoes are used to symbolize continuity, memory, and belonging within Remho-inspired worlds.

In contemporary media and tabletop role-playing games, remhoes appear as symbolic artefacts, quest items, or cultural anchors. They are often discussed as an example of how material culture can encode collective memory within a fictional society.