katoodini
Katoodini is a traditional ceremonial festival celebrated by the coastal communities of the island cluster of Lirath in the fictional world of Nyssara. Held annually at the winter solstice, it marks the turn of the seasons and the community’s commitment to mutual aid. The event blends music, dance, and shared meals, and centers on a lantern procession and a ritual performance known as the katoodini rhythm, performed by local musicians and dancers.
Etymology: The name Katoodini is linked to the island languages where it originated, with proposed roots meaning
Rituals: The festival begins with the harbor lanterns being lit and included in a long procession along
History: References to Katoodini appear in eighteenth-century trading logs, though the practice predates written records in
Cultural significance and modern usage: Katoodini functions as a site of social memory, identity, and intergenerational