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'''The Binding''' is a sacred '''ritual''' practiced by the [[Valorèin]], a species within the universe of [[Lethurèa]]. It is a powerful ceremony that permanently connects two individuals—both mentally and spiritually—through a '''[[Soul-Tether]]'''. The Binding is considered an essential part of '''[[Valorèin]] culture''', ensuring [[Lifemate|Lifemates]] remain eternally bonded in both life and death. The Binding is one of the '''oldest and most sacred traditions''' of the [[Valorèin]]. The ritual is a structured ceremony officiated by '''two elder figures''', often from each mate's lineage. The ritual '''forges a permanent psionic connection''', allowing both individuals to: | |||
* Share '''thoughts, emotions, sensations, and memories'''. | |||
* Resist '''mental influences and psychic attacks'''. | |||
* Remain spiritually bound, even after '''death'''. | |||
* Cures '''Mental Illness''' and '''[[The Curse (Valorèin)|the Curse]]''' | |||
{{Ritual | {{Ritual | ||
| name=The Binding | | name=The Binding | ||
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| rewards=Prevents [[The Curse (Valorèin)|The Curse]], Grants Psionic Stability | | rewards=Prevents [[The Curse (Valorèin)|The Curse]], Grants Psionic Stability | ||
}} | }} | ||
== Requirements == | == Requirements == | ||
The Binding has strict requirements: | The Binding has strict requirements: | ||
* '''Species Restriction''' – The ritual can only be performed between '''[[Valorik]]''' or '''[[Near-Valorik]] Species'''. | * '''Species Restriction''' – The ritual can only be performed between '''[[Valorik (Species Family)|Valorik]]''' or '''[[Near-Valorik (Species Family)|Near-Valorik]] Species'''. | ||
* '''Gender Requirement''' – Participants must be '''biologically opposite individuals'''—a male and a female. | * '''Gender Requirement''' – Participants must be '''biologically opposite individuals'''—a male and a female. | ||
* '''Officiants''' – Two elders, one from each | * '''Officiants''' – Two elders, one from each mate's lineage, must preside over the ceremony. | ||
== The Ceremony == | == The Ceremony == | ||
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====Sacred Incantations==== | ====Sacred Incantations==== | ||
The officiants begin with an '''Ancient [[Sherik]] Chant''': | The officiants begin with an '''Ancient [[Sherik]] Chant''': | ||
<blockquote>''"Lodoerus, Lodoerun, Melidrus, | <blockquote>''"Lodoerus, Lodoerun, Melidrus, Jie'ra"'' (Bond, Bind, Meld, Join).</blockquote> | ||
====Soul-Tether Manifestation==== | ====Soul-Tether Manifestation==== | ||
As the mates hold each | As the mates hold each other's forearms, '''golden strands of psionic energy''' emerge, intertwining into a complex knot. | ||
====Final Vows==== | ====Final Vows==== | ||
The officiant declares the '''unbreakable nature''' of the bond, reciting the sacred '''High Valorik vow''': | The officiant declares the '''unbreakable nature''' of the bond, reciting the sacred '''High Valorik vow''': | ||
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== Effects == | == Effects == | ||
The Binding Ritual has profound effects on those who complete it: | The Binding Ritual has profound effects on those who complete it: | ||
* '''Soul-Tether Formation''' – The mates become permanently connected, able to sense each | * '''Soul-Tether Formation''' – The mates become permanently connected, able to sense each other's emotions and communicate psionically. | ||
* '''Psionic Stability''' – The bond strengthens the mind, increasing '''resistance to psychic manipulation'''. | * '''Psionic Stability''' – The bond strengthens the mind, increasing '''resistance to psychic manipulation'''. | ||
* '''Death Connection''' – If one mate dies, the other '''cannot leave the planet''' where they passed. If they do, both souls are pulled into '''[[Transcendence (Lethurèa)|Transcendence]]'''. | * '''Death Connection''' – If one mate dies, the other '''cannot leave the planet''' where they passed. If they do, both souls are pulled into '''[[Transcendence (Lethurèa)|Transcendence]]'''. | ||
== [[The Binding]] vs. [[The Ûlèum]] == | == [[The Binding]] vs. [[The Ûlèum]] == | ||
The Binding Ritual is the '''culturally accepted''' method for forming '''[[ | The Binding Ritual is the '''culturally accepted''' method for forming '''[[Lifemates (Valorèin)|Lifemates]]''', whereas [[The Ûlèum]] is considered '''taboo'''. | ||
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== Cultural Significance == | == Cultural Significance == | ||
The Binding is one of the most '''honored traditions''' among the Valorèin. It represents: | The Binding is one of the most '''honored traditions''' among the [[Valorèin]]. It represents: | ||
* '''The Ultimate Commitment''' – Once bound, mates can '''never be separated''', even in death. | * '''The Ultimate Commitment''' – Once bound, mates can '''never be separated''', even in death. | ||
* '''A Cure for The Curse''' – Binding prevents the onset of [[The Curse (Valorèin)|The Curse]], an affliction that turns adult Valorèin into '''blood-hungry creatures'''. | * '''A Cure for The Curse''' – Binding prevents the onset of [[The Curse (Valorèin)|The Curse]], an affliction that turns adult Valorèin into '''blood-hungry creatures'''. | ||
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* [[Soul-Tether]] – The permanent psionic bond formed through the Binding. | * [[Soul-Tether]] – The permanent psionic bond formed through the Binding. | ||
* [[The Ûlèum]] – An alternative, intimate method of forming a Soul-Tether. | * [[The Ûlèum]] – An alternative, intimate method of forming a Soul-Tether. | ||
* [[The Curse (Valorèin)]] – A vampiric affliction that the Binding | * [[The Curse (Valorèin)]] – A vampiric affliction that the Binding cures. | ||
* [[Valorèin]] – The primary species | * [[Valorèin]] – The primary species that performs the Ritual. | ||
* [[Rampancy]] – A condition that can be | * [[Rampancy]] – A condition that can be reversed through being Bound before first feeding. | ||
== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
* The Binding is considered so sacred that '''breaking the bond is impossible'''—attempting to sever a Soul-Tether is believed to result in spiritual '''madness or death'''. | * The Binding is considered so sacred that '''breaking the bond is impossible'''—attempting to sever a Soul-Tether is believed to result in spiritual '''madness or death'''. | ||
* The High Valorik phrase used in the ritual dates back '''millions of years''' and is one of the oldest recorded Valorèin texts. | * The [[High Valorik (Language)|High Valorik]] phrase used in the ritual dates back '''millions of years''' and is one of the oldest recorded [[Valorèin]] texts. | ||
* Some Valorèin believe that the '''first Binding''' was performed by the '''Ancient Ones''', divine beings who shaped early civilization. | * Some [[Valorèin]] believe that the '''first Binding''' was performed by the '''[[Ancient Ones (Valorèin)|Ancient Ones]]''', divine beings who shaped early [[Valorèin]] civilization. | ||
[[Category:Rituals]] | [[Category:Rituals]] | ||
[[Category:Lethurèa universe]] | [[Category:Lethurèa universe]] | ||
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