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'''The Call of | '''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 == | == When the Call Occurs == | ||
* The Call manifests at death, but also grows louder in old age, especially among the [[Valorèin]]. | * 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. | * 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. | * 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 == | == Resistance and Vow-Bound Souls == | ||
Though peaceful and beautiful, the Call can be resisted: | Though peaceful and beautiful, the Call can be resisted: | ||
* Some mortals refuse the Call, waiting for rescue or clinging to unfinished vows. | * Some mortals refuse the Call, waiting for rescue or clinging to unfinished vows. | ||
* [[Merik Teslek]] once resisted death entirely due to a vow made in the presence of the [[Godhead (Lethurèa)]] | * [[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. | * Spirits who ignore the Call indefinitely may drift toward darkness if unanchored by duty or righteousness. | ||
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* Some hear a chorus of music more beautiful than mortal sound. | * 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]]. | * Others perceive it as the voice of the [[Meera Jenlek|Mother]] and [[Merrik Jenlek|Father]]. | ||
* The experience is always tailored to the | * 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: | Certain species, due to spiritual decay or lack of faith, cannot naturally hear the Call: | ||
* The [[ | * 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. | * During mass deaths, they appear invisibly to the dying, guiding entire lines of souls. | ||
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The Call cannot be faked—but it can be drowned out: | 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. | * Some hear only the horrific wailing of [[Malis]] if their spirits are too darkened. | ||
* In rare moments, the [[ | * 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. | * This false auditory terror is often misinterpreted as “a second Call,” but it is not. | ||
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== The Call and Divinity == | == The Call and Divinity == | ||
Those who carry [[Elements of | 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 | * 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. | * Near-death, they may still hear the voices of the Divine Parents, affirming their final transition. | ||
== The Final Call == | == The Final Call == | ||
On [[Judgement Day]], every spirit who still lingers in [[Yedistren]] will receive the | On [[Judgement Day]], every spirit who still lingers in [[Yedistren]] will receive the '''[[Final Call (Lethurèa)]]''': | ||
* This Call is absolute and irresistible. | * This Call is absolute and irresistible. | ||
* Even [[Malis]] will hear it—though he cannot answer. He will be taken in chains by the [[ | * 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 == | == 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. | 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 [[ | * The [[Naa'ôna]] must retrieve them manually. | ||
* These souls are not lost forever, but delayed in their journey to [[ | * These souls are not lost forever, but delayed in their journey to [[It'slémwé]]. | ||
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