What Went On
Vhalar
(123 days)
- 1st - The beginning of the Cold Cycle.
3rd - Light snow and sleet fall on the city; the day is a relatively warm one.
6th - There is a sale on furs due to the expected extreme temperatures to hit the city.
43rd - A herd of deer are spotted close to the city. Rangers are sent out to cull the ageing deer as a store of meat for the coming winter.
81st - A blizzard strikes the city, lasting four days, forcing many to remain within their homes with limited supplies of food.
87th - The inns and pubs of Viden open their doors to offer free warm broth for any who have no food of their own left.
123rd - The end of the season of Vhalar.
Zi'da
(93 days)
- 1st - The beginning of Zi'da: the coldest season of the year.
12th - The salt stores are depleted and the Directorate works hard to replace the loss for the deepening winter.
17th - Clear skies surround Viden, and the people know it heralds a freezing night to follow.
34th - A band of minstrels have braved the storms in order to trade songs and tales with the Prime Atheneum. Each night they play for the enjoyment of students and citizens.
52nd -A second blizzard hits the city and its surrounds and continues till the end of the season, halting all hunting in the area.
93rd - The end of the Cycle rounds out the year with celebration and commiseration for all that was once lost.