Omentahu | Wild Faith Tradition

[WestCarolina 1779]

 

 

 

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Art by Gabriel Bulik

 

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Origin

 

During the ages of Irrin Sirame and the first Wood Elven Seeds, elders would call for an Omentahu under the towering canopies. Omentahu, formerly known as an oment’fiher, or a feast gathering, is a culturally significant tradition for the gathering of kinsmen here and there. 

 

These meetings were called under various circumstances, some serious to confront and solve disputes amongst tribes, or others more peaceful and celebratory. Elders would sometimes tell folk tales and share stories of yore, or others would take advantage of a meeting to put on theatrical plays or share the arts of the woodlands. 

 

Through the days of Irrinor, Siramenor, and now Nevaehlen, the Omentahu has adapted and changed, keeping to its original tradition, yet becoming an important time to test and challenge the actions of Wood Elves. Omentahu’s usually are opened by the Matriarch, Eldarch, or other elders within the community, to present issues that need to be addressed, or general news. They are also held during times of Green Priesthood lessons and meetings, or other cultural guilds within the Vale.

 

Purpose

 

Wood Elves are adaptable yet tradition bound folk, who work best as one. Omentahu’s are pivotal for the communication between Seeds and individuals. It is a means of gathering as a community, for the preservation of their culture, the Wild Faith, and Malin’s teachings.