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'''The Ûlêum''' is a deeply intimate and culturally significant practice among the [[Valorik | '''The Ûlêum''' is a deeply intimate and culturally significant practice among the [[Valorik (Species Family)|Valorik Species]], particularly the [[Valorêin]]. It involves intense, consensual sexual intercourse between mates and is considered both '''taboo and archaic''' within modern [[Valorêin]] society. Ûlèum is not merely an act of passion; it is a sacred and powerful practice capable of forming a lifelong connection between mates. It is often compared to the [[The Binding (Valorêin)|Binding]], which is a more commonly accepted method for establishing the [[Soul-Tether]]. Despite its potency, Ûlèum is controversial, with many considering it a remnant of an ancient era. | ||
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*[[The Binding (Valorêin)|Binding]] – A more commonly accepted method for forming a Soul-Tether. | *[[The Binding (Valorêin)|Binding]] – A more commonly accepted method for forming a Soul-Tether. | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*'''The Ûlêum''' is exclusive to the [[Valorik | *'''The Ûlêum''' is exclusive to the [[Valorik (Species Family)|Valorik Species]] and does not work outside their physiology. | ||
*The name "Ûlèum" is derived from an ancient Valorêin term meaning "consummation of spirits." | *The name "Ûlèum" is derived from an ancient Valorêin term meaning "consummation of spirits." | ||
*Some historical texts suggest Ûlèum was once a widely respected practice before it fell into taboo. | *Some historical texts suggest Ûlèum was once a widely respected practice before it fell into taboo. | ||