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''' | '''It'slémwé''' is the eternal realm of radiant purity, known across [[Lethurèa]] as the Final Destination of the Righteous, the Kingdom of Light, and the Seat of the [[Meera Jenlek|Mother]] and [[Merrik Jenlek|Father]]. It exists "above" the mortal plane of [[Yedistren]] as a dimension of '''endless white light''', healing, and divine love. The omnipresence of the Divine Parents fills it entirely. | ||
Though it was originally formed by [[Lethurèa]] herself as an attempt to create a mortal plane, it was '''deemed too wondrous''' by the Divine Parents and taken as their sacred kingdom. | Though it was originally formed by [[Lethurèa]] herself as an attempt to create a mortal plane, it was '''deemed too wondrous''' by the Divine Parents and taken as their sacred kingdom. | ||
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| primary_function=Afterlife and spiritual reunion for the righteous and redeemed | | primary_function=Afterlife and spiritual reunion for the righteous and redeemed | ||
| classification=Sacred Realm, Divine Plane | | classification=Sacred Realm, Divine Plane | ||
| adjacent_planes=[[Yedistren]], [[Voyd]], [[ | | adjacent_planes=[[Yedistren]], [[Voyd]], [[Gozog'nok]] | ||
| overlayed_dimension=None (exists "above" and separate from all other planes) | | overlayed_dimension=None (exists "above" and separate from all other planes) | ||
| energy_composition=Pure spiritual radiance, omnipresent divine love | | energy_composition=Pure spiritual radiance, omnipresent divine love | ||
| matter_composition=Non-physical; composed of divine essence, soul-light, and memory-form | | matter_composition=Non-physical; composed of divine essence, soul-light, and memory-form | ||
| interactions=Receives the souls of the dead, grants [[Elements of | | interactions=Receives the souls of the dead, grants [[Elements of It'slémwé]], anchors [[The Call of It'slémwé]] | ||
| relationship_with_other_dimensions=Separated by [[Star (Lethurèa)|Stars]], which act as 4D rifts to [[Yedistren]] | | relationship_with_other_dimensions=Separated by [[Star (Lethurèa)|Stars]], which act as 4D rifts to [[Yedistren]] | ||
| known_interactions=Ascension of spirits, guidance of [[ | | known_interactions=Ascension of spirits, guidance of [[Naa'ôna]], delivery of [[Elements of It'slémwé]] | ||
| notable_inhabitants=[[Meera Jenlek]], [[Merrik Jenlek]], righteous spirits, ascended immortals | | notable_inhabitants=[[Meera Jenlek]], [[Merrik Jenlek]], righteous spirits, ascended immortals | ||
| notable_gateways=[[Sacred Circle]], [[Star (Lethurèa)|Stars]], [[Alendil]], [[ | | notable_gateways=[[Sacred Circle]], [[Star (Lethurèa)|Stars]], [[Alendil]], [[Afrèsè'el]] | ||
}} | }} | ||
== Nature and Metaphysics == | == Nature and Metaphysics == | ||
* | * It'slémwé is one of the four fundamental planes of Lethurèan cosmology: | ||
* [[It'slémwé]] – Plane of Divine Light (Heaven) | * [[It'slémwé]] – Plane of Divine Light (Heaven) | ||
* [[Yedistren]] – The Mortal Realm | * [[Yedistren]] – The Mortal Realm | ||
* [[ | * [[Gozog'nok]] – Plane of Eternal Darkness (Prison) | ||
* [[Voyd]] – The Ethereal Plane | * [[Voyd]] – The Ethereal Plane | ||
It is not a consciousness, but a place of '''metaphysical radiance''', where all things exist in light, harmony, and spiritual fulfillment. | It is not a consciousness, but a place of '''metaphysical radiance''', where all things exist in light, harmony, and spiritual fulfillment. | ||
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* The two bonded souls '''ascend together''' to the same Kingdom of It'slémwé. | * The two bonded souls '''ascend together''' to the same Kingdom of It'slémwé. | ||
* Even if one | * Even if one soul's deeds would normally place them in a lesser realm, the union binds them to the highest realm achieved between the two. | ||
* This merging is not hierarchical—it is loving, mutual, and a reflection of '''Divine Parentage''' as exemplified by [[Meera Jenlek]] and [[Merrik Jenlek]]. | * This merging is not hierarchical—it is loving, mutual, and a reflection of '''Divine Parentage''' as exemplified by [[Meera Jenlek]] and [[Merrik Jenlek]]. | ||
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* [[Alendil]] – Halls of Endless Splendor (Highest Kingdom) | * [[Alendil]] – Halls of Endless Splendor (Highest Kingdom) | ||
* [[ | * [[Afrèsè'el]] – The First Kingdom (Second Highest) | ||
* [[ | * [[Kôl'nok]] – The Lowest Kingdom, bathed in light but farthest from the Divine Presence | ||
Each realm provides comfort, healing, and purpose. Those in higher kingdoms may '''visit''' loved ones in lower kingdoms. Spirits reunited from war and death often find healing here. | Each realm provides comfort, healing, and purpose. Those in higher kingdoms may '''visit''' loved ones in lower kingdoms. Spirits reunited from war and death often find healing here. | ||
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These elements are keys to immense spiritual and physical power. '''No mortal may wield their full energy without becoming spirit and light'''. They are bestowed only in sacred circumstances, often within a [[Sacred Circle]]. | These elements are keys to immense spiritual and physical power. '''No mortal may wield their full energy without becoming spirit and light'''. They are bestowed only in sacred circumstances, often within a [[Sacred Circle]]. | ||
== Role of the [[ | == Role of the [[Naa'ôna]] == | ||
The [[ | The [[Naa'ôna]] guard the '''thresholds''' of It'slémwé. They: | ||
* Guide spirits to their mothers during conception | * Guide spirits to their mothers during conception | ||
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* Keep mortals from attempting entrance | * Keep mortals from attempting entrance | ||
They never step within the plane itself, instead walking its '''4th Dimensional boundary''' near the [[Star (Lethurèa)|Stars]]—which act as rifts between | They never step within the plane itself, instead walking its '''4th Dimensional boundary''' near the [[Star (Lethurèa)|Stars]]—which act as rifts between It'slémwé and [[Yedistren]]. | ||
== The Call of | == The Call of It'slémwé == | ||
This mysterious phenomenon summons spirits home after death. However, not all species hear it naturally. In such cases, the [[ | This mysterious phenomenon summons spirits home after death. However, not all species hear it naturally. In such cases, the [[Naa'ôna]] guide them across the rift. Once a spirit has entered It'slémwé, they do not return until [[Judgement Day]]. | ||
== Cultural Interpretations == | == Cultural Interpretations == | ||
* The [[Valorèin]] possess the most accurate understanding of | * The [[Valorèin]] possess the most accurate understanding of It'slémwé due to preserved pre-Curse scriptures. | ||
* Other species believe it to be a reward for righteousness—while some assume only warriors or divine agents may enter. | * Other species believe it to be a reward for righteousness—while some assume only warriors or divine agents may enter. | ||
* Some legends speak of a "fifth plane" for mundane spirits, though this is theologically debated. | * Some legends speak of a "fifth plane" for mundane spirits, though this is theologically debated. | ||
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* All spirits will become [[Immortals]]. | * All spirits will become [[Immortals]]. | ||
* The most righteous will ascend to Divinity. | * The most righteous will ascend to Divinity. | ||
* The rest will be placed permanently in [[It'slémwé]], [[Yedistren]], or [[ | * The rest will be placed permanently in [[It'slémwé]], [[Yedistren]], or [[Gozog'nok]]. | ||
It'slémwé will stand as the eternal kingdom of those who served, suffered, endured, and ascended. | It'slémwé will stand as the eternal kingdom of those who served, suffered, endured, and ascended. | ||
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