kissaton
Kissatón is a term used in fictional or speculative contexts to denote a ceremonial kiss that functions as a symbolic pledge or seal of agreement between individuals, groups, or nations. Unlike romantic kissing, kissaton is portrayed as a public, non-sexual gesture intended to confirm mutual consent, trust, or alliance. The gesture often accompanies formal negotiations, treaties, or rites of passage within a narrative or game setting.
Etymology and usage are typically described within fictional universes as a compound of "kiss" and a suffix
Practices vary by culture within fictional settings. Some portrayals require a single brief kiss, others a
In culture and media, kissaton appears in science fiction, fantasy, and tabletop gaming as a device for