Concept
Day of Swords
The Day of Swords was once a much more widespread celebration. It is still the stage for annual gladiator fights.1
On the day, songs are sung in praise of courage, past victories and heroism. People often give gifts to legionaries, such as free drinks and knitted scarves, and listen to the stories told by elderly veterans. Some governors and nobles of the Empire spend a small part of their wealth on the celebrations, which are believed to strengthen the spirit of patriotism.1
Notes
- ↑BookLands of Exile: Starter Setting Guide, p. 7
Sources
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- SSGLands of Exile: Starter Setting Guide(Bad Badger Games, 2024), p. 7
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