hitét

Hitét is a term used in speculative fiction and worldbuilding to denote a holistic ethical framework centered on communal care and reciprocal obligation. The concept is generally presented as fictional, not a real-world creed, and its details vary by author and setting.

In many adaptations, hitét is described as originating in an imagined proto-language, with the component "hit" meaning "together" and the suffix "-ét" marking a doctrine. Variants spellings and pronunciations reflect the world’s linguistic texture.

Core tenets include solidarity, respect for life, and mutual aid across kin and community. Daily life centers on acts of service, shared resources, and restraint from violence. Rituals may include a weekly gathering called the Hub of Voices where stories are shared, and seasonal rites that mark planting, harvest, and remembrance of community ancestors.

Institutions: Communities often organize around a communal house or temple where a council of elders, called the Hitét Council, interprets the ethical code. Texts attributed to the doctrine are fictional, such as The Ledger of Quiet Deeds or The Book of Ties.

In fiction and games, hitét influences character motivations, law, and art, serving as a narrative driver for cooperation or conflict.