The Calendar of Khorvaire

"Time is a wheel with twelve spokes, each one the path of a moon across the sky. The kingdom of Galifar may be shattered, but we still count the days by the calendar Galifar's heirs set in motion—proof, perhaps, that some things endure longer than crowns." — Hahren ir'Talan, Korranberg Chronicle historian, writing in 997 YK

Origins of the Galifar Calendar

The common calendar of Khorvaire measures time in a system codified during the early years of the Kingdom of Galifar. Days are twenty-four hours long, divided between day and night. Seven days make a week, four weeks make a month, and twelve months make a year—yielding a standard year of 336 days.

The twelve months correspond to the twelve moons of Eberron. Each moon carries the name of the month during which its orbit brings it closest to the planet, and the waxing and waning of these moons is the most visible marker of the calendar's passage. Years are counted from the founding of the united kingdom, using the abbreviation YK (Year of the Kingdom). This dating convention was formally established during the later reign of Galifar the Dark, son of Cyre, who retroactively declared the year of unification as 1 YK.

The Galifar calendar was not created from nothing. Human settlers who came to Khorvaire from Sarlona brought lunar calendars with them, and the Riedran calendar is named similarly to Galifar's—both were originally conceived by humans from the same continental stock. The far older Qabalrin Wheel, developed by the ancient elf civilization of Xen'drik, was the dominant calendar for much of Eberron's early history and recognized a thirteenth moon. The Galifar system essentially adopted and standardized the twelve-moon framework that was already in common use among the human nations that Galifar I united.

The faith of the Sovereign Host played a crucial role in the foundation of the united kingdom; Galifar I believed he was guided by Aureon and fulfilling a destiny laid out by that Sovereign. The Galifar Code of Justice invokes Aureon, and the calendar's structure—particularly its holy days and seasonal divisions—reflects the deep entanglement of Sovereign worship with civic life that has defined Khorvaire for a millennium.

The Days of the Week

The seven days of the Galifar week, in order, are:

For most citizens of Khorvaire, the week's rhythm is shaped by labor and commerce. Farmers from the surrounding countryside of cities like Sharn typically come to market on Far and Sar each week, making those the busiest trading days in most districts.

The Twelve Months

Each month contains exactly 28 days (four seven-day weeks).

Weekly Observances

The Sovereign Book of Seasons

The Sovereign Host maintains a parallel liturgical cycle called the Sovereign Book of Seasons, which operates on a sixteen-day rotating cycle. Each of the nine members of the Host and the six gods of the Dark Six receives a dedicated day in this cycle, with the sixteenth day reserved for the pantheon as a whole. This cycle runs continuously throughout the year, independent of the seven-day week, and determines the scheduling of minor rites, wedding dates, and other religious observances. Consulting the Book of Seasons is required before scheduling a Vassal wedding—tradition holds that it is best practice to marry on a minor holiday tied to Arawai, Boldrei, or at least Kol Korran.

Particularly devout Vassals observe this cycle daily. On awakening, a Vassal offers a brief prayer of thanks. If the day corresponds to a patron deity's day on the Book of Seasons, or if an important endeavor lies ahead, the morning prayer may extend into a minor rite. Prayers accompany meals, the start of each day's work, and bedtime. These observances are brief—most Vassals spend less than half an hour per day in total prayer outside of holidays—but their frequency keeps the gods present in daily thought.

Most Vassals in Khorvaire use the days in the Book of Seasons dedicated to the Dark Six as occasions to consciously avoid associated activities and proactively reject their influence. Karrnathi Vassals are a notable exception: many Karrns try to understand the lessons the Six offer, using those days to engage with and temper their own vices.

The Dark Six Weekly Associations

In regions where worship of the Dark Six is strongest, each standard day of the Galifar week is associated with one of the Six, with the final day representing all six together. This is a holdover from before the Schism, when the Six held dominion over their own days of the Sovereign calendar:

The faithful rarely use this terminology around nonbelievers.

Silver Flame Weekly Worship

The churches of the Silver Flame hold mass three times a day, but only the most devoted attend more than once or twice a week, and only the truly zealous attend more than once a day. The Purified honor and worship the Flame through living virtuous lives and performing good deeds—as one of the religion's greatest axioms states: "A life of virtue is the greatest gift a mortal has to offer."

Druidic Seasonal Observance

The druid sects of the Eldeen Reaches do not follow a formal weekly liturgical cycle. The Wardens of the Wood and other sects observe the rhythms of sun and moon and the change of seasons, holding that frivolous distinctions such as naming festivals and counting off days are not important. Their major ceremonies mark the solstices and equinoxes—daylong observances beginning at sunup and lasting until the following dawn, accompanied by great feasts of seasonal foods.

The Annual Calendar: Holidays, Holy Days, and Remembrances

What follows is a month-by-month accounting of the major holidays, holy days, and days of remembrance observed across Khorvaire. Holidays of the Sovereign Host have become deeply engrained into secular life across all Five Nations, affecting the timing of government appointments, apprenticeship terms, graduations, and commerce regardless of individual piety. Silver Flame holy days are observed primarily in Thrane but have adherents across the continent. National commemorations of the Last War vary by nation, and many of these observances are new—some celebrated for only the second or third time as of 998 YK.

Zarantyr (Mid-Winter)

Heartforge — 11 Zarantyr Sovereign Host (Onatar) · Observed across Khorvaire, especially Karrnath

A day of competition in the name of Onatar, the Sovereign of Fire and Forge. Communities gather around the warmth of the smithy while those practiced in its arts work from dawn until dusk to create something new. The following day, the creations are judged and tested. In Karrnath, where Onatar is deeply revered, Heartforge is one of the few winter holidays that draws entire communities out of their homes.

Rebirth Eve — 14 Zarantyr Church of the Silver Flame · Observed across Thrane and Purified communities

The Purified new year falls on the winter solstice. The faithful stay up the entire night, holding spiritual vigil and guarding against evil, and spend the following day in rest or celebration. It celebrates the passing of the longest night, when the world begins its slow journey toward light and warmth.

Olarune (Late Winter)

Bright Souls' Day — 18 Olarune Church of the Silver Flame · Observed across Thrane and Purified communities

As the dark days of winter draw to a close, the Purified celebrate the lives and the sacrifice of every follower of the Flame who died fighting evil and protecting the faithful. Those who have lost relatives in the past five years perform the funeral rite at the gravesite or in a church, while everyone else sings paeans of gratitude to the fallen. On this day, the Purified are forbidden to use artificial or magical light sources except in emergencies—they enjoy the day and accept the fall of night, as those who have died experienced life and did not fear death.

Crystalfall — 9 Olarune Secular/Sharn · Observed in Sharn

During the Last War, saboteurs caused a floating tower to fall into Lower Dura, devastating the district now known as Fallen. On 9 Olarune, people gather to remember those lost that day. Many carry on a tradition of crafting elaborate ice sculptures and throwing them into the Dagger River—creating something beautiful and unforgettable, then watching as it is destroyed.

The Day of Mourning — 20 Olarune Secular/Pan-Khorvaire · Observed continent-wide, especially among Cyran survivors

The nation of Cyre was destroyed on 20 Olarune 994 YK, leaving the Mournland in its wake. The nature and cause of the cataclysm remains a mystery. On this date, Cyran survivors come together to recall their lost kingdom—some tell stories of the dead, others teach the history of the nation to the young or perform traditional Cyran songs and dances. Some survivors still seethe with anger at the enemies who brought Cyre down, and thus far the holiday has been marked by a brief upturn in violence. Although the Day of Mourning had an impact on everyone in Khorvaire, it is especially significant to the Cyran diaspora scattered across the Five Nations.

The Void of Taratai — Late Zarantyr through Early Olarune Path of Light · Observed by kalashtar communities

The most solemn observance for all kalashtar is this five-day period of mourning commemorating the utter destruction of Taratai's line. Lightspeakers gather the community for the entire Void, lending their spiritual energy to sustain all participants through manifestations of sustenance and shared pain. Participants remember Taratai while the lightspeakers remind them that they walk within the Light and that even the spirit of Taratai could be reborn in the new era to come. These observances are set at the end of Zarantyr and the beginning of Olarune.

Therendor (Early Spring)

The Sovereign New Year — 1 Therendor Sovereign Host · Observed across Khorvaire, especially Karrnath

The liturgical new year of the Sovereign Host. The congregation is expected to fully gather for an offering honoring each member of the Host and asking for their blessing for the coming year. While the secular calendar begins with 1 Zarantyr, the Sovereign religious year begins here, at the turning of winter into spring.

Frostbreak — 3 Therendor Sovereign Host (Kol Korran) · Observed across Khorvaire, especially Karrnath

A festival dedicated to Kol Korran that rings in the new year with sales and new markets after the harsh winter. In rural Karrnath, this is an opportunity to showcase goods that were made while sheltering inside during the long winter months. For urban Karrns, it is also a day of pranks and games, honoring Kol Korran's trickster nature.

Tirasday — 5 Therendor Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

This holiday celebrates both the start of the planting season and the birth of Tira Miron, Voice of the Silver Flame—the woman who brought mortals and the divine together. Tirasday is a day of work but also of joyous celebration in the evenings. It is a time for giving gifts, and one of the most popular marriage dates among the Purified.

Fortunetide — 7 Therendor Sovereign Host (Olladra) · Observed across Khorvaire, especially Karrnath

A gift-giving holiday dedicated to Olladra. While Karrns generally disfavor gambling, sharing in good fortune is something they understand. Many of the presents for this holiday are bought earlier in the week during the Frostbreak markets. Especially in northern Karrnath, superstitions abound about which omens point to an early spring or an extended winter.

Sun's Blessing — 15 Therendor Sovereign Host (Dol Arrah) · Observed across all Five Nations

The festival of Dol Arrah, the Sovereign of Honor and Light, is a day of peace—a time when enemies are urged to find a peaceful resolution to their conflicts. During the Last War, most armies kept the peace on Sun's Blessing. However, in 916 YK the armies of Thrane conducted a great assault on the Brelish city of Starilaskur on Sun's Blessing, and many Brelish curse Thrane on this holiday to this day.

In Sharn, a grand celebration takes place at the Pavilion of the Host in Sovereign Towers. It is one of the safest days to wander the city. In Karrnath, Sun's Blessing is taken especially seriously as a day of forgiveness and reconciliation; gifts are often exchanged between those who had conflict over the past year as symbols of moving past bad blood.

Followers of the Mockery and the Shadow may go out of their way to cause pain and suffering on this day as an affront to the sun goddess.

Eyre (Mid-Spring)

Initiation Day — 11 Eyre Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

According to Church histories, on this day the priesthood of the Silver Flame formally declared itself an independent faith, rather than an offshoot of the Sovereign Host as it had been considered in its earliest years. Construction of the first Silver Flame cathedral began on this date. Even today, groundbreaking on a new cathedral or major church is usually scheduled for Initiation Day, as are most seminary graduations.

Dravago (Late Spring)

Aureon's Crown — 26 Dravago Sovereign Host (Aureon) · Observed across all Five Nations

The festival of Aureon is a celebration of knowledge, when the elders of the community share their wisdom with the young at evening feasts. Like many holy days of the Sovereign Host, Aureon's Crown has become a secular holiday that does not require any particular religious devotion. It is the traditional time for students to graduate or advance—this is true even at the monastic schools of the Silver Flame.

In Sharn, priests of Aureon gather at the Great Hall of Aureon in the University District in Upper Menthis, providing sermons and lectures on history, philosophy, and the nature of the gods. Morgrave University holds its graduate services on this day. In Karrnath, Rekkenmark—second to none as a school for the arts of war—always holds grandiose ceremonies on this holiday. When King Kaius III was crowned in 990 YK, Rekkenmark pushed its graduation back a day so students could attend the coronation in Korth then cram the lightning rail to return in time.

Baker's Night — 6 Dravago Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

On this night, families and friends gather to share magnificent pastries and similar treats, prepared by bakers and confectioners faithful to the Flame. This is one of the most popular Flame holidays, particularly among children, yet it is also the least understood. It has been a tradition since the earliest days of the church, yet not even the Cathedral of the Flame in Flamekeep has records suggesting where it came from, when it was adopted, or what it celebrates. The practice has begun to fade in some of the more puritanical Purified communities and might slowly disappear from the calendar in coming generations.

Promisetide — 28 Dravago Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

As nature's bounty reaches its height in late spring, the Purified honor the Silver Flame for the promise of paradise to come. They also honor—but do not worship—the Sovereign Host for creating the world that the Flame would later complete, and for graciously stepping down to allow the Flame its rightful place as the last god of Eberron. Not surprisingly, many people who do not worship the Flame find this holiday deeply offensive.

Nymm (Early Summer)

Brightblade — 12 Nymm Sovereign Host (Dol Dorn) · Observed across all Five Nations

The holy day of Dol Dorn, the Sovereign Lord of Strength and Steel, sees festivals occur across every temple district. Prizefights, wrestling matches, archery contests, and jousts occur throughout the day. In Sharn, these culminate in a contest of champions at the Cornerstone arena in Middle Tavick's Landing; the champions receive generous prizes, and a fortune can be made gambling on the contests. Occasionally, even more spectacular conflicts have been staged—full-scale battles on the training grounds of Daggerwatch, free-for-all melees with hundreds of contestants, and similar spectacles.

In Karrnath, Brightblade is incredibly popular. Local military commanders organize tournaments across a variety of martial disciplines, and a youth's performance on Brightblade influences the quality of their position during their mandatory two-year military service.

First Dawn — 21 Nymm Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane

On this day in 914 YK, the Church of the Silver Flame officially assumed control of Thrane's government. On the anniversary of this ascension, the Purified give thanks that at least one nation is firmly in the hands of the just, pray that the Diet of Cardinals and the nation's secular leaders will receive the Flame's guidance, and honor the memory of King Thalin, whose passing paved the way for the Church to take over. First Dawn is observed only in Thrane—other nations regard it with indifference or hostility.

Lharvion (Mid-Summer)

Silvertide — 14 Lharvion Church of the Silver Flame · Observed across Thrane and all Purified communities

The highest holy day in the faith of the Silver Flame. Silvertide commemorates the sacrifice of the couatl and the entry of the Silver Flame into Eberron thousands of years ago. Cathedrals fill to overflowing as all Purified who do not absolutely have to be somewhere else spend the day in prayer and observance.

The Race of Eight Winds — 23 Lharvion Secular/Sharn · Observed in Sharn, drawing tourists from across Khorvaire

According to commonly accepted legend, King Galifar II was fascinated by the use of aerial scouts and cavalry, and used Sharn as a proving ground to test the merits of different flying beasts. Over the centuries, this evolved into an exotic aerial competition involving different sorts of magical and fantastic beasts, weaving around and through the spires of Dura Quarter. Each of Dura's eight regions is represented by a different creature and its jockey. Riders may carry only a light sporting crossbow; the steeds may use talons and beaks. The victorious rider receives a 500 gp purse and a grant of land elsewhere in Breland. The race draws spectators, tourists, and gamblers from across Khorvaire, and the weeks surrounding it see Dura erupt in passionate rivalries between supporters of the different mounts.

Barrakas (Late Summer)

The Hunt — 4 Barrakas Sovereign Host (Balinor) · Observed across all Five Nations

The holy day of Balinor, the Sovereign of Horn and Hunt. While followers of Balinor are taught to live in harmony with nature, 4 Barrakas celebrates his role as Lord of Horn and Hunt—the hunter who protects his people from marauding predators. Both rural communities and the greatest cities of Khorvaire observe the Hunt.

In Sharn and many other metropolises, the priests of Balinor arrange to have a dangerous beast transported to the city. The City Watch cordons off an area of the Lower-City, and the beast is released into the Depths. Anyone who wishes can participate by making a donation of 5 gp. Whoever returns with its head receives a prize of 500 gp, fame throughout the city, and the blessing of Balinor. In rural Karrnath, the Hunt is an especially popular holiday—Vassals of all ages cheer on or participate in competitive hunts, with the goal of bringing back the most impressive game. In urban Karrnath, the holiday is usually just an excuse to throw an animal-themed party.

Victory Day — 9 Barrakas Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

Victory Day commemorates the successful conclusion of the Silver Crusade against lycanthropy in 882 YK. Children act out great tales of the final battles with toy swords, while adults attend sermons on the lessons of the triumphs, the defeats, and the sometimes questionable methods used by the templars during the purge.

Fathen's Fall — 25 Barrakas Church of the Silver Flame · Observed primarily in Sharn

This celebration commemorates a priest of the Silver Flame who was martyred while exposing lycanthropes in Sharn. The day's activities often cause tension with the city's shifter community.

Rhaan (Early Autumn)

Boldrei's Feast — 9 Rhaan Sovereign Host (Boldrei) · Observed across all Five Nations

Gatherings across every city mark this celebration of community. The wealthy compete to throw the grandest parties, and the most generous among them will be remembered throughout the year for their largesse. In addition to these celebrations, Boldrei's Feast is the traditional day for elections and government appointments, as Boldrei oversees the forces that hold a community together.

In Karrnath, the crown has placed great emphasis on this holiday since the end of the war, attempting to highlight "the prosperity made possible through peace." Unlike other nations, Karrnath has no elections to conduct during Boldrei's Feast—the crown appoints its officials—but the communal feasting serves the same purpose of binding communities together.

Sypheros (Mid-Autumn)

The Ascension — 1 Sypheros Church of the Silver Flame · Observed across Khorvaire

On this day, worshipers remember the sacrifice of Tira Miron, who gave her life to become the Voice of the Silver Flame. Members of the church gather to reaffirm their faith and to give thanks to Tira, attending great blessing ceremonies in the cathedrals. The grandest ceremony occurs at the Cathedral of the Cleansing Flame. On this day, the faithful seek ways to contribute to their community.

Wildnight — 18–19 Sypheros Dark Six (The Fury) / Secular · Observed across all of Khorvaire

The Fury, the Sovereign of Passion and Madness, reaches the height of her power during the month of Sypheros. When the sun sets on Wildnight, emotions run high and people find it difficult to restrain their natural impulses. The shy and the superstitious usually stay indoors and avoid public places. But many see the night as an excuse to cast aside their inhibitions—streets fill with raucous revelry from the depths of the Cogs to the highest towers. For all the joy and revelry, it is a dangerous time; riots, brawls, and crimes of passion are all too common.

In Karrnath, the level and tone of revelry varies from town to town, but Wildnight has always been a countercultural event popular more with youth and the disaffected than with temple regulars.

Saint Valtros's Day — 25 Sypheros Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

This day commemorates the birth of Saint Valtros, the first paladin called to serve the Silver Flame—as distinguished from those who had served other gods until they heard the Voice of the Flame. Although important, this is perhaps the least of the high holy days; it is marked primarily by brief prayers and church services.

Aryth (Late Autumn)

Ripeseed — 11 Aryth Sovereign Host (Arawai) · Observed across Khorvaire, especially Karrnath

A harvest festival dedicated to Arawai. Communities give thanks for the bounty that will keep them from famine through the coming winter. Some communities also make offerings to the Devourer on the following day to keep them from the worst of the winter storms—a practice that illustrates the pragmatic relationship many Vassals maintain with the Dark Six.

Thronehold — 11 Aryth Secular/Pan-Khorvaire · Observed across all Five Nations

On 11 Aryth 996 YK, the signing of the Treaty of Thronehold formally ended the Last War, bringing a century of bloodshed to a close. The day has become an important holiday celebrated throughout the Five Nations. It is a new holiday—celebrated for only the second time as of 998 YK—and its traditions are still forming. The Lord Mayor of Sharn has promised increasingly extravagant celebrations, and tourists and celebrants attend from across Khorvaire.

Rampartide — 24 Aryth Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

As the world turns toward winter and longer nights, the Purified steel themselves against evil, both without and within. The scriptures say: "Make thyself a bastion, a rampart against wickedness." Rampartide is a day of fasting and repentance—a time to atone for the evil within. Children, the sick, and the elderly are not required to fast, but merely to give up their favorite foods for the day.

Vult (Early Winter)

Long Shadows — 26–28 Vult Dark Six (The Shadow) / Secular · Observed across all of Khorvaire

When the Sovereign Lord Aureon created the first arcane spells, myth holds that he brought a source of darkness into the world—a sentient force of pure magic that stole his shadow to serve as its vessel. Regardless of the truth of these tales, there are three days in Vult when dark magic dominates. For most people, this is a time to stay indoors and huddle around a fire. For the minions of darkness, it is a time to rise up and leave the shadows, preying on the weak and foolish who ignore the legends.

In Karrnath, Long Shadows is particularly frightening. Many communities are located near Mabaran manifest zones that grow in strength on these darkest nights of the year. Not only are the dark magics of mortals more potent, but supernatural forces find it much easier to slip into the material plane on these black nights.

Khybersef — 27 Vult Church of the Silver Flame · Observed in Thrane and Purified communities

A shortening of the original name "Khyber's Eve," this marks the start of winter, when light and goodness are at their weakest and worship of the Shadow is strongest. Scripture states that the bonds holding the demon lords in Khyber are at their thinnest between this night and the solstice. The Purified spend the night in intense prayer and spiritual vigilance. Many quests and crusades begin on Khybersef.

Alternative and Liturgical Calendars

The Dark Six Liturgical Seasons

While the faithful of the Dark Six use the standard Galifar calendar for day-to-day life, they overlay a system of six religious seasons—one for each deity—onto the year. Each season is eight weeks long, and the religious new year corresponds with 1 Zarantyr:

When naming a specific day, someone using this calendar would indicate the season—for example, "Zolday the fifth Devouring" indicates the Zol that falls during the fifth week of the season of Devouring. The faithful rarely use this terminology around nonbelievers, making it an effective means of concealing the nature of their rites.

The Qabalrin Wheel (Blood of Vol)

The Blood of Vol follows the oldest active calendar on Eberron, called the Qabalrin Wheel. Named after the elf civilization that developed it on Xen'drik millennia ago, it recognizes a thirteenth moon—Crya, associated with the lost Mark of Death—which comes after Vult and before Zarantyr. This renders the Qabalrin Wheel year one month longer than the Galifar year.

The Blood of Vol liturgical calendar reckons time from the year when the House of Vol was betrayed, forcing its last scion into an eternity of undeath. To Seekers in the know, 998 YK corresponds to 2398 FH (the 2,398th year since the Fall of the House). Many Seekers do not use this convention, and even those who do still use the Galifar calendar for dealings outside the faith.

The Blood of Vol's two major observances are the Sacrament of Blood, held at irregular intervals throughout the year, and Revelations Day (also called Ascension Day), which falls on the 13th of Crya—the lost thirteenth month. During Revelations Day, each Seeker examines whatever spiritual progress they have made in the preceding year, and the assembled faithful partake in a specially consecrated Sacrament in which they drink back a portion of the blood they have given throughout the year, experiencing visions that offer insight into the truths within their own blood and that of their fellow Seekers.

The Aereni Calendar

The Aereni calendar is practically unreadable to anyone not raised with it. It measures time in repeating, overlapping cycles. Days are not considered important measurements in their own right but are component parts of cycles called tuernai (singular tuern), which consist of three days each. An overlapping cycle of twenty-one tuernai equals a luenir, roughly three months on the Galifar calendar. This process continues—luenirai forming the Aereni year, years forming cycles called ruelnai, and ruelnai forming nuerlnirai (roughly analogous to a decade). Only then does the calendar restart. Specific holidays vary by family and center on the deathdays of ancestors.

The Blade Calendar (Lord of Blades)

The warforged followers of the Lord of Blades care little for the calendar of the fleshborn. They mark the moons with quotations from the Lord of Blades, which change each year as determined by the cult's scribes. For example, the rising of Therendor in the current calendar is called "We endure." Each quarter begins with a Blade Communion, a physical ritual in which all Blades receive the Lord of Blades' blessing and in return confer upon him some of their own strength:

998 YK corresponds to the First Year of Thirteen Blades according to the cult's accounting.

The Path of Light Calendar

In the private lives of all kalashtar and lightspeakers, a year consists of sixty-seven periods of five days each. Each ancestor quori has five of its own Days of Remembrance, with the Void of Taratai coming last in the sequence. This calendar was established just after the kalashtar exodus into Adar and does not align with the regular celestial events of Eberron. Among the kalashtar of Khorvaire, only the Void of Taratai observances are held on a fixed schedule; the other Days of Remembrance are observed privately as they occur, shifting through the year to keep time with a cycle that does not contain 335 days.

The Riedran Calendar (Path of Inspiration)

The Riedran calendar is lunar and named similarly to Galifar's, since humans from Sarlona originally conceived both systems. For the benefit of human followers, priests lead celebrations of thanks at the time of each month when that month's moon is full. Once per year, on the anniversary of the unification of Riedra by the Inspired, all of Riedra observes the Feast of the Founding—a lengthy ceremony of praise to the Inspired that takes place at daybreak on the day of Therendor's new phase in the month of Therendor. While the ceremony appears to be an offering of gratitude, it also serves a darker purpose: the psychic energy of the fervent worshipers charges the psionic monoliths at the heart of each fortress-complex.

Key Historical Dates

The following dates, while not annual holidays, are significant markers in the history of Khorvaire that are referenced throughout the calendar's context:

"Every nation counts the days the same way—Sulday through Sarday, Zarantyr through Vult—and yet the meaning of each day depends entirely on where you stand. A Thrane's Ascension Day is a Karrn's ordinary Sypheros morning. The Day of Mourning gathers Cyrans in grief while their neighbors go about their business. The calendar unites us in time, even as it divides us in memory." — Joslan ir'Marth, Brelish diplomat, speaking at the second anniversary of Thronehold