Goirlatha

In the realm of Comhlaidir, conceiving a child is a rare and momentous event. Fertility rates are extraordinarily high only among pure-blood royal families or their descendants who have stepped down from royal duties. In contrast, fertility rates for the rest of the populace are moderate to low. Consequently, when a royal child is conceived, their goirlatha—the day they are brought into this world—is meticulously recorded. This event is akin to birthdays on Earth. However, in Comhlaidir, only royal goirlathas are documented and celebrated; civilian births are neither recorded nor celebrated in the same manner. It is a longstanding tradition for royal families to host grand celebrations in honor of these goirlathas. These festivities are not merely personal milestones but are also a tribute to the gods and goddesses. The people of Comhlaidir firmly believe that without divine intervention, the royal bloodline would have weakened or even perished centuries ago. These celebrations are imbued with gratitude towards Luth and the deities of each kingdom. The parties feature dancing, feasting, and most importantly, expressions of thanks to the gods.
In a unique tradition, attendees bring nothing but themselves to the celebration. It is widely known that if an individual does not genuinely believe in the importance of the royal member's celebration and the divine assistance, they will fall dead upon crossing the party's threshold. This belief underscores the sacred and communal nature of the event.
Given the relatively small size of the royal families compared to the general populace, these celebrations occur at most 25 times a year in each kingdom. Despite their infrequency, they are highly anticipated and deeply revered, symbolizing the enduring power and divine favor bestowed upon the royal lineage of Comhlaidir.

Participants

The guest list for these celebrations is meticulously curated, including:

• Immediate and Extended Royal Family: All close and extended members of the royal family gather to honor the newborn and uphold family traditions.
• High Priests and Priestesses: Spiritual leaders who conduct sacred rituals and offer prayers to the gods, especially Luth and other deities associated with the kingdom's power.
• Nobility and Court Officials: High-ranking nobles and key court officials, whose presence underscores the importance of the event within the kingdom's social and political spheres.
• Foreign Dignitaries: Representatives from allied kingdoms or states, symbolizing diplomatic ties and mutual respect.
• Selected Citizens: A few honored citizens, chosen for their loyalty or service to the kingdom, who embody the unity between the royals and the general populace.