SALlukuna

SALlukuna is a fictional term used in world-building and speculative fiction to denote a ceremonial complex and related cultural practices of a fictional people in the continent of Nyr. The concept appears as a focal point in stories and games, serving both as a physical place and as a symbol of communal identity.

Etymology: In the imagined language of the Arin, SALlukuna combines roots for sun and circle, underscoring its solar orientation and inclusive gathering.

Geography and architecture: A SALlukuna is typically placed on elevated ground and centers on a circular stone arrangement that may house a sun-temple or altar. The site often includes terraces, walkways, and markers aligned to solar events such as solstices and equinoxes.

Cultural significance: Rites performed at the SALlukuna emphasize seasonal cycles, memory, and social cohesion. Community members may participate in singing, processions, and offerings that mark planting, harvest, and renewal.

In fiction and games: The term appears across novels, role-playing games, and supplementary materials, where it is used to explore themes of tradition, resilience, and shared history.

See also: Solar temple, Ceremonial site, Solstice festival.