jutuk
Jutuk is a fictional concept used in speculative fiction to denote a memory-crystal artifact. In different works, jutuks are described as tools that record, store, and later reveal experiences, histories, or dreams. The specifics—such as appearance, encoding method, and limits—vary widely by author.
Across implementations, the name jutuk is usually tied to memory or binding. It often derives from a
A typical jutuk is described as a small crystalline object, sometimes palm-sized, with facets that refract light.
Jutuks are commonly depicted as guarded relics or scholarly instruments. Custodians or orders oversee their safekeeping,
Thematic roles for jutuk include explorations of memory, identity, responsibility, and the risk of memory as
Because jutuk appears in different fictional environments, there is no single authoritative set of rules about