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'''The Call of It'slémwé''' is the sacred summons that draws a spirit toward its eternal rest within the divine realm of [[It'slémwé]]. Heard at the moment of death—or in moments of great suffering, clarity, or sacred stillness—it is '''not merely a sound''', but a metaphysical pull experienced as music, memory, love, and light. It is considered by many to be the voice of the [[Meera Jenlek|Mother]] and [[Merrik Jenlek|Father]] themselves.

== When the Call Occurs ==
* The Call manifests near or at death, but also grows louder in old age, especially among the [[Valorèin]].
* For those spiritually attuned, like the [[Valorèin]], it can be heard faintly throughout life and crescendos in their final moments.
* Some species, in moments of suffering or deep reflection, may hear the Call prematurely and must choose whether to answer.

== The Call While Dying ==
The Call of It'slémwé does not require the soul to be fully severed from the body. It may manifest '''during the process of dying''', especially in moments of:

* Extreme injury
* Fading consciousness
* Emotional surrender or spiritual enlightenment

Those near death may hear the Call as a '''whisper''', '''warmth''', or '''glow in their mind's eye''', offering them a choice:

* '''Answer it''' and pass into the light peacefully, even if their body still breathes.
* '''Resist it''', clinging to life in hopes of survival, duty, or love.

This experience has led many cultures to describe the Call as a “threshold melody” rather than a funeral song.

== Resistance and Vow-Bound Souls ==
Though peaceful and beautiful, the Call can be resisted:
* Some mortals refuse the Call, waiting for rescue or clinging to unfinished vows.
* [[Merik Teslek]] once resisted death entirely, choosing to remain near [[Mèra Ûrlek Teslek]] even in death.
* [[Merik Teslek]] also many times resisted death entirely due to a vow made in the presence of the [[Godhead (Lethurèa)|Godhead]]. He chose to keep his vow to [[Mèra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mèra]] and the [[Godhead (Lethurèa)|Godhead]] kept him alive even with injuries that should have killed him.
* Spirits who ignore the Call indefinitely may drift toward darkness if unanchored by duty or righteousness.

== Individuality of the Call ==
Each soul experiences the Call uniquely:
* Some hear a chorus of music more beautiful than mortal sound.
* Others perceive it as the voice of the [[Meera Jenlek|Mother]] and [[Merrik Jenlek|Father]].
* The experience is always tailored to the soul's spirit-essence and life.

== Deafness to the Call ==
Certain species, due to spiritual decay or lack of faith, cannot naturally hear the Call:
* The [[Naa'ôna]] guide these spirits, taking their hands and leading them through the [[Star (Lethurèa)|Stars]].
* During mass deaths, they appear invisibly to the dying, guiding entire lines of souls.

== Corruption and False Calls ==
The Call cannot be faked—but it can be drowned out:
* Some hear only the horrific wailing of [[Malis]] if their spirits are too darkened.
* In rare moments, the [[Naa'ôna]] may intercede and pull a spirit away, though many are claimed by Malis regardless.
* This false auditory terror is often misinterpreted as “a second Call,” but it is not.

== The Call and Peace ==
Spirits greeted by the true Call feel overwhelming serenity. Even fear of death is dispelled.  
However, spirits unaware of their own death may initially panic before the peace sets in.

== The Call and Divinity ==
Those who carry [[Elements of It'slémwé]], or who have become [[Lesser Deity (Lethurèa)]] or [[Deity (Lethurèa)]], do not hear the Call as mortals do:
* Instead of summoning them, it '''completes them'''—a homecoming echo, not an invitation.
* Near-death, they may still hear the voices of the Divine Parents, affirming their final transition.

== The Final Call ==
On [[Judgement Day]], every spirit who still lingers in [[Yedistren]] will receive the '''[[Final Call (Lethurèa)]]''':
* This Call is absolute and irresistible.
* Even [[Malis]] will hear it—though he cannot answer. He will be taken in chains by the [[Naa'ôna]] to stand before judgment.

== The Call and the Lost ==
Some spirits, especially those killed by high trauma (e.g. [[Plasma Blasters]], [[Rift Gate (Lethurèa)]], or [[Kroetar]]) are scattered into [[Voyd]], beyond the range of the Call.
* The [[Naa'ôna]] must retrieve them manually.
* These souls are not lost forever, but delayed in their journey to [[It'slémwé]].
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