simulaní
Simulaní is a term used in fictional cultural studies to describe a structured form of collective imitation employed to transmit social norms, skills, and knowledge within a community. In the imagined contexts where it appears, simulaní functions as both a teaching method and a social ritual, linking memory, practice, and identity.
Etymology and scope. The word is presented as a compound derived from a hypothetical root meaning “to
Practice and mechanics. A typical simulaní session proceeds through stages of observation, replication, and reflection. Participants
Functions and applications. In its fictional usage, simulaní serves to preserve intergenerational knowledge, align expectations during
Criticism and considerations. Critics in the imagined literature highlight potential pressures toward conformity, marginalization of dissenting
See also: imitation, role-play, social learning, collective action.