Moveable Holidays

Moveable Holidays

First Sounding (Taltos)

Night of the Still Waters (Taltos)

The Taking Tide (Taltos)

First Sounding

Original article: First Sounding

Moveable
Observed by: Pirates and sailors who worship Taltos the Deepdweller
Type: Religious
Frequency: A the start of a major voyage or venture, often in early summer

This rite marks the moment a crew or cult commits to a shared undertaking. Offerings of coin, blood, or weighted objects are cast into deep water, and oaths are spoken not of loyalty, but of mutual gain. It is believed that those who perform the First Sounding properly will be “measured” favorably by the Courtiers.

Night of the Still Waters

Original article: Night of the Still Waters

Moveable
Observed by: Observe primarily by devotees of Taltos the Deepdweller and rarely by anyone else
Type: Religious
Frequency: On a night of calm seas

A rare and ominous observance held when the sea falls unnaturally calm. During this time, Taltan priests and followers remain silent and watchful, believing that the Abyssal Court is closest to the surface. No ventures are undertaken unless absolutely necessary, and those who break this stillness without cause are said to draw the attention of something far worse than a storm.

The Taking Tide

Original article: The Taking Tide

Moveable
Observed by: Almost exclusively by worshipers of Taltos the Deepdweller or pirates serving above a ship that is observant
Frequency: Performed to celebrate a great success

Celebrated after a successful raid, capture, or acquisition, the Taking Tide is a ritual of recognition rather than gratitude. Spoils are divided according to pre-agreed structure, and a portion is cast back into the sea as acknowledgment of the deeper forces that made the victory possible. This is one of the few Taltan observances marked by visible activity, though it remains controlled and purposeful, never indulgent.