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'''The Call of It'slâmwâ''' is the sacred summons that draws a spirit toward its eternal rest within the divine realm of [[It'slâmwâ]]. 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 | '''The Call of It'slâmwâ''' is the sacred summons that draws a spirit toward its eternal rest within the divine realm of [[It'slâmwâ]]. 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|Mother]] and [[Merrik|Father]] themselves. | ||
== When the Call Occurs == | == When the Call Occurs == | ||
* The Call manifests near or at death, but also grows louder in old age, especially among the [[ | * The Call manifests near or at death, but also grows louder in old age, especially among the [[Valorîin]]. | ||
* For those spiritually attuned, like the [[ | * For those spiritually attuned, like the [[Valorîin]], 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. | ||
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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, choosing to remain near [[ | * [[Merik Teslek]] once resisted death entirely, choosing to remain near [[Mîra Ûrlek Teslek]] even in death. | ||
* [[Merik Teslek]] also many times resisted death entirely due to a vow made in the presence of the [[Godhead ( | * [[Merik Teslek]] also many times resisted death entirely due to a vow made in the presence of the [[Godhead (Lethurîa)|Godhead]]. He chose to keep his vow to [[Mîra Ûrlek Teslek|Princess Mîra]] and the [[Godhead (Lethurîa)|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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Each soul experiences the Call uniquely: | Each soul experiences the Call uniquely: | ||
* 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 | * Others perceive it as the voice of the [[Meera|Mother]] and [[Merrik|Father]]. | ||
* The experience is always tailored to the soul's spirit-essence and life. | * The experience is always tailored to the soul's spirit-essence and life. | ||
== Deafness to the Call == | == 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 [[Nâ'ôna]] guide these spirits, taking their hands and leading them through the [[Star (Lethurîa)|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 [[Nâ'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 It'slâmwâ|Elements of It'slâmwâ]], or who have become [[Lesser Deity ( | Those who carry [[Elements of It'slâmwâ|Elements of It'slâmwâ]], or who have become [[Lesser Deity (Lethurîa)]] or [[Deity (Lethurîa)]], do not hear the Call as mortals do: | ||
* Instead of summoning them, it '''completes them'''—a homecoming echo, not an invitation. | * 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 '''[[Final Call ( | On [[Judgement Day]], every spirit who still lingers in [[Yedistren]] will receive the '''[[Final Call (Lethurîa)]]''': | ||
* 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 [[Nâ'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 ( | Some spirits, especially those killed by high trauma (e.g. [[Plasma Blasters]], [[Rift Gate (Lethurîa)]], or [[Kroetar]]) are scattered into [[Voyd]], beyond the range of the Call. | ||
* The [[ | * The [[Nâ'ôna]] must retrieve them manually. | ||
* These souls are not lost forever, but delayed in their journey to [[It'slâmwâ|It'slâmwâ]]. | * These souls are not lost forever, but delayed in their journey to [[It'slâmwâ|It'slâmwâ]]. | ||
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[[Category:Meta-Physical]] | [[Category:Meta-Physical]] | ||