arzulanan
Arzulanan is a traditional rite and festival of the Arzulani, a coastal ethnic group inhabiting the Iskari archipelago in the fictional nation of Valara. The term derives from the Arzulani language, where arzu means desire or aspiration, and the suffix -lanan denotes ritual practice. The festival serves as a rite of passage from adolescence to adulthood and as a renewal of communal ties and maritime heritage.
Origins and history: The practice traces to sea-faring settlers who formed communities on the archipelago centuries
Practices: The event takes place in the late dry season across islands such as Kima, Rava, and
Significance: Arzulanan reinforces social cohesion, intergenerational knowledge transfer, and sustainable maritime livelihoods. It serves as a