Festival of Leathane

The Festival of Leathane (La fiesta de Leathania) is a festival that celebrates Leathane (Lethania), the goddess of passions. It is a romantic holiday similar to Valentine's Day celebrated with varying degrees of enthusiasm in different parts of the world. It is celebrated throughout the domain of the Divine Circle, though not always on the same day.
== Empire of Trynser ==
The Festival of Leathane is held every year on Ulthrane 44th. 
The holiday is celebrated with decorating with reds, pinks, hearts, flowers, kittens and babies and such, as well as the regalia of Leathane such as the planet Leathane, the rings, the nearly naked goddess, etc. On this day men and women (or whatever) are expected to exchange schmaltzy cards and treats and other gifts. Not all gifts are especially intended to represent a romantic interest, but rather just an interest in that person's welfare and friendship, such as that shared with a co-worker, fellow student, or adventuring companion. Other popular activities include buying "love fortunes" which supposedly predict one's fortune in romance for the following year.
However, sharing gifts with a romantic partner, up to and including jewelry is expected. Failure to do so could mean big trouble. If at all possible, romantic partners are expected to make love. Some celebrations extend the lovemaking at random, especially those sponsored by the Divine Pleasures sect of Leathane. The parties in Lydaelia are epic.
== Lamadien Region ==
La fiesta de Leathania is held each year on the 44th of Vivianís (the equivalent of Uhthrane).
While much of the trappings are similar to those of Trynser, the holiday is generally taken more seriously here than there. It is considered primarily a day to either find a mate or to reinforce one's bond with a mate. As in Trynser, it is popular to buy "love fortunes" to predict one's fortune in romance for the following year; attempts to restrict these predictions to certified and qualified diviners have largely failed. Laws against using magical spells or elixirs to attract a mate are often ignored on this holiday--unless the subject is already married.
== Nanduchar ==
While Nanduchar doesn't worship the Divine Circle, this holiday is celebrated enthusiastically. Here, the women only gift the men.
== Sarakuna ==
As it is not a part of the Divine Circle, it is not surprising that it is not celebrated here.
Category:Lamadien calendar
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