orrendi
Orrendi is a term used in speculative fiction and constructed-language communities to describe a ritualized method of encoding and transmitting memory through coordinated sensory cues. In depictions, orrendi involves the creation of memory tokens—objects or scents—paired with spoken narratives or musical cues. The practice is depicted as a communal act that binds individuals to shared histories.
Etymology and usage: The term is said to originate in a fictional culture of the Arinari in
Practice: A typical orrendi rite includes selecting a scent or scent blend, preparing a musical motif, and
Cultural significance: Proponents view orrendi as a fictional tool for exploring memory, identity, and communal history.
In media: Orrendi features in fantasy novels, role-playing campaigns, and indie games, often as a motif relating
See also: synesthesia, ritual, memory, ethnolinguistics, conlang.