Layidian Solar Calendar

The Inbalo is based on the path of the sun. The Layikani believe that there are three sun goddesses who rule the sky and six deities of fire on Elaqitan who influence life. A Jahala has 365 Inzungo (sunny days) in approximately 45 Zidaye, 9 Umtu and 3 Zhahal. An umtu has 40 to 41 inzungo in 5 zidaye. A zidaye has 8 inzungo. An inzungo has 24 yo.

Development

From the Age of Enlightenment around 6,000 BEC, the exploration of the heavens and study of the Layikan nature and landscape began. This is believed to be the beginning of the calendar, which was expanded over the following centuries. The oldest records of the Layid era, which are located in the large library in the Academy of Fire Magic, are dated to around 4,100 BEC and tell, among other things, the legend of the sun goddesses.

At a Glance

Name: Inbalo
Year: 365 Inzungo / Jahala
Season: 3 Zhahal alle 3 Monate
Months: 9 Umtu / Jahala
Weeks: ca. 45 Zidaye / Jahala
Days: 40 - 41 Inzungo / Umtu - 8 Inzungo / Zidaye
Hours: 24 Yo / Inzungo

Etymology

There are three seasons on Layida , representing three sun goddesses. Due to the volcanic activity and the proximity to the Elaqitan equator, a classification according to earthly standards is not possible. However, there are three phases in Layid nature which could be classified similar to the course of the sun with dawn "Ngidhal" for growth, midday sun "Tukwal" as the peak and sunset "Banyal" for decay.

In addition to the sun goddesses, the nine months are named after the six deities of the hearth, forge and star fire as well as the temple flame, glowing love and scorched earth. The weekdays praise Layida's nature and landscapes.

To show the connection with their element of fire and their nature, the Layikani used words such as Fumbo (volcano), Layash (ember), Ngiki (fire algae), Jala (gas), Laliya (lava), Kama (geyser), Jini (spark) and Anish (lightning) to name the days of the week.

Season

Ngidhal - Tukwal - Banyal

Months

Wegemtu - Ngidimtu - Tamnyitu
Bibanitu - Tukwamtu - Jayadimtu
Tozumto - Banyumtu - Wejamtu

Days

Tufumbo - Golali - Tunish - Layashtu
Jalango - Tungikigo - Jinitu - Kamatu

The annual circle and the festivities that take place

1. Wegemtu

Wegemtu is the first month of the Layid calendar and is dedicated to the god of hearth fire, Wegtoto. It is the first month of the “Ngidhal” growth phase. Since there is more rain in this month than in other months, the nights are cold by Layid standards at less than 10°C. The Layikani therefore spend a lot of time in their houses and warm themselves by the stoves and fireplaces.

2. Ngidimtu

With the rise of the child sun goddess Ngidi, the growth of life on the continent begins. The soil was supplied with water by the previous month's rain and now many plants are sprouting and blooming on Layida. In honor of Ngidi, the Festival of Dawn is celebrated in the first week of the month.

3. Tamnyitu

is dedicated to the goddess of the temple flame Tamnya. During this month, most spark symbioses are performed in important fire magic centers such as the Monastery of Makorie or the School of Fire Magic.

4. Bibanitu

This month the god of forge fire and patron saint of traders, Bibanimuto, is honored. Many merchants travel around the country during this time and offer their goods at markets and fairs. The Tukwal season begins.

5. Tukwamtu

The childlike sun goddess has grown into the beautiful goddess Tukwatiya. That's why numerous sun bonfires are lit in the middle of the month and the deity is honored with many fire festivals.

6. Jayadimtu

Jayadibu is the god of ardent love. The 6th of Jayadimtu is considered a holiday for lovers. The houses are decorated with Layid flowers and many couples exchange vows on this day.

7. Tozumto

In the last third of the year Banyal begins and nature slowly retreats. Tozuwu, the god of scorched earth, takes the scepter. Many Layikani go to the volcanoes to commemorate the deceased with offerings or to scatter the ashes of those who died that year.

8. Banyumtu

The aging goddess of the setting sun, Banyulu, is nearing her end and sinks into a deep sleep at the end of the month. For this reason, the Festival of Twilight is celebrated in the last week of the month.

9. Wejamtu

Wejamtolo is the god of starfire. Shooting stars can often be seen in the sky. It is the time of good wishes and thanks. Layikani go to temples in light processions to pay homage to the gods, give thanks for the past year and bring wishes for the coming one.

Ngidi - Goddes of Sunrise by Blue Fairy 74 via Midjourney

Tukwatiya - Goddes of the Midday sun by Blue Fairy 74 via Midjourney

Banyulu - Goddes of Sunset by Blue Fairy 74 via Midjourney