Terelést

Terelést is a fictional astronomical phenomenon described in speculative fiction. It is characterized by the unusual behavior of starlight, appearing to bend and distort in ways that deviate from established laws of physics. While not a scientifically recognized event, the concept of terelést has been employed in various narrative contexts to create an atmosphere of mystery, wonder, or cosmic dread.

The term itself is often presented as an ancient or forgotten descriptor for observations made by early astronomers who lacked the sophisticated instruments and theoretical understanding to explain their findings. Descriptions of terelést commonly involve shimmering effects, phantom images of celestial bodies, or perceived shifts in the positions of stars that cannot be accounted for by parallax or atmospheric refraction. In some stories, terelést is linked to specific cosmic events, such as the proximity of exotic matter, gravitational anomalies beyond known physics, or even the direct influence of extraterrestrial intelligences.

The narrative function of terelést is typically to introduce an element of the unknown into a story's universe. It serves as a narrative device to explain inexplicable occurrences, to foreshadow significant plot developments, or to highlight the vastness and mystery of the cosmos. While the scientific basis for terelést is absent, its conceptual use in fiction allows for creative exploration of cosmic phenomena and the limitations of human understanding when faced with the truly alien.