Rite of Ascendance

"For my Rite of Ascendance, I'm going to show everyone how great of a mage I am."
-Garbor, young mage initiate

"You're not that great of a mage. You have years until you Ascend. Stop fooling around. Start working on your elemental homework. It's not going to get any easier if you don't practice."
-Darmin, Garbor's best friend

I" already know how to control fire. What else do I need?"
-Garbor

"Well, Mage Korbin said that to achieve ascendance we must control all the elements."
-Darmin

"Fine. Fine. I'll get back to work."
-Garbor

"Good."
-Darmin

For a Tharun, the Rite of Ascendence is a pivotal moment that signifies their progression from youth to maturity. A rite of passage for young Tharun, this test of Personal Magick takes place in a cave in the heart of the Mithran Forest, where the Adana Sihiri crystals hum with ancient power. Participants must perform a complex series of spells that showcase their mastery of different magicks. The Naming Ritual, which takes place during the Rite of Ascendence, is the most significant part of the ceremony. After passing their magickal tests, Tharuns are given a Sihiri name that represents their unique magical talents. This naming tradition ties deeply into the Tharun culture, with the Sihiri name believed to enhance and solidify a Tharun's connection to their personal magick. The Rite of Ascendence is a joyous occasion celebrated by the entire community. Mytilias' ambient magick and the Tharun's strong ties to the community are both emphasized. The Tharun adorned their face and hands with intricate tattoos, symbolizing their unyielding determination to understand magick. This embodies the principles of inclusivity and harmony that define their traditional culture.

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Mytilias