lotwere

Lotwere is a neologism used primarily in fan fiction and online discussions to refer to an imagined entity, mechanism, or concept associated with fate, luck, or chance. The term has no single, widely accepted definition and is not found in major dictionaries. In speculative discussions, lotwere is sometimes described as a systemic factor in simulations or narratives that determines outcomes with a bias toward unpredictability while preserving an appearance of randomness. Etymology is uncertain; it may be a blend of words such as "lottery" and "were" or a portmanteau invented in online communities. In fictional contexts, lotwere may be personified as a deity or force that governs chance, or as a function within a game mechanic that injects randomness at key moments. Usage notes: due to its ambiguity, lotwere is typically defined within a given work or discussion to suit that context. See also: randomness, probability, luck, Fortuna.