Festival of the Last Moon
The festival of the last moon is a yearly celebration that is held in the far-eastern and northern regions of Arros during the last Veosian full moon of the year.
History
No one is really sure how this celebration began. However, it is know that it started about mid-way through the Second Age, which coincides with a large influx of Mages into the area, especialy soulmages, who have a deep connection to Veos. It also started just a century of two before Choranism was first introduced into the region. It didn't take long for the celebrations to be associated with the new religion, though it still remains largely areligious to this day.
Execution
The celebrations mostly consists of singing, dancing and story telling around large bonfires, all of which is complemented by various games for kids and adults alike, as well as lots of good food and beer. While no rules exists that explicitly demands it, most choose to celebrate at night, under the full moon. Many also celebrate with friends and family.
Components and tools
Lots and lots of food, primarily meats and breads, as well as tons of beer. Many trinkets for various games, such as balls for kids, playing cards for adults and even wooden swords for light sparring matches.
Participants
Everyone is invited to these celebrations. It doesn't matter if you're young or old, rich or poor, or if your have magic or not. In cities and towns, the celebrations are held in markets squares or othe public areas, where different families gather and celebrate together and with friends.
Observance
The festival is held every year, on the 15th day of December, which is the day of Veos's last full moon phase of the year. However, celebrations can, and often do, begin a few days before and end a few days after the 15th, which means that the festival actualy lasts about nearly a week.
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This festival is more about celebrating magic and Veos itself than about celebrating anything religious, though doing so isn't badly seen, even if most participants don't do it.
This looks like a really fun immersive holiday. The fact that it is not connected to a religion is really interesting and unique.
Thanks!