smující

Smující is a term used in speculative fiction to describe a ceremonial performance practiced by a fictional community. It is presented as a collective rite that fuses music, movement, and ritual objects, often performed during seasonal transitions or communal gatherings. The concept is typically framed as part of the world-building in fantasy or science-fiction narratives and may be described differently across works.

In the fictional accounts, the word smující is said to come from a constructed language spoken by the culture that performs the rite. Authors differ on its precise meaning, but it is commonly associated with themes of memory, renewal, and social cohesion.

Practices attributed to smující vary by narrative but commonly include a circle dance, a call-and-response chant, and the circulation of a ceremonial object or emblem. Drums or wind instruments provide rhythmic accompaniment, and participants may wear masks or robes. The ritual is often depicted as both entertainment and a communal act that reaffirms identity, history, and reciprocity within the community.

Scholarly discussions of smující in fictional world-building contexts treat it as an example of how rituals function to organize social life, convey shared values, and mark important transitions. Because it is a fictional construct, its depiction is intentionally diverse and adaptable to different settings.