The Phantom Moons of Zalonia

The Phantom Moons of Zalonia

Phantom moons sometimes appear in the sky. They often only appear above lands to signify something. For example, if a green moon appears, it often symbolizes sickness and disease. This could be various types of plagues. It might not refer to regular sickness, but to people losing their minds and going insane. In some places, people are forbidden to go outside if there is a green moon, so it doesn’t spread diseases. In other areas, they don’t understand what the green moon means, but they become afraid because it is something they have never seen before. An example of the green moon would be when there are too many volcanoes erupting in an area, and people get sick from the aftermath.

The silver moon appears before a famine in order to prepare those who will have to deal with the famine. Some places might do an early harvest just to prepare for a possible famine. There are times people can prevent a famine with this warning, but they have to take the warning seriously.

Green Moon – Disease

Green Phantom Moon of Zalonia

When the green moon appears over a certain place, it is a symbol that a plague is about to be released or has already been released. It warns that people should stay inside so the sickness doesn’t spread as easily.

Violet Moon — Good Omen

Violet Phantom Moon

The violet moon symbolizes blessing, destiny, and protection. It appears above heroes, rulers, or chosen individuals, especially during birth. If a mother sees a purple moon while her baby is being born she can be assured that her child will be great in some way. This moon only appears to the lower or middle class, but not the higher class because most people born into the higher class will remain there. It also means that crops will grow faster and morale rises. It symbolizes that the gods are watching.

Black Moon — Death Approaching

 

Black Phantom Moon

The black moon can be hard to see when it appears because it appears like a black hole would appear, but because it is nearer to the planet, it is seen as a circle that blocks out the stars that are behind it. It is seen before assassinations, wars, and disasters. If someone see it, it is law in most lands to point it out to the leaders of the place so they can prepare for what is coming. It doesn’t mean absolute death but more as a warning that something bad is going to happen. It can cause people to panic when they see it. It also sclipses all other moons as it is the closest to Aztharian.

Amber Moon of Zalonia

Amber Moon — Betrayal

The amber moon symbolizes treachery, deception, and hidden agendas. It is often seen near courts, councils, or negotiations. For example, if it appears when two kings are making an agreement, they will suspect that the other will break the treaty. I could mean that there will be an assassination attempt on the king. Kings who see these moons strengthen their security just in case. However, their security can’t always be trusted. To the average person, it means that they are around a person or people who are deceptive. This moon can cause people to become paranoid.

White Moon — Birth of Something New

White Moon of Zalonia

This moon appears when there will be birth, renewal, and beginnings. This is often seen after a place has become war-torn. It means that the war-torn area should be repaired instead of abandoned. Some magicians acknowledge this moon if they want to gain a new ability. It could mean a change in social status. People who see this moon generally don’t tell others about it because they could interfere with the outcome. It also appears before revolutions or new areas. It is often a moon that brings hope. It’s not seen very often, but when it is seen, the person seeing it generally gets excited.

Rose Moon — Magic Disturbance

Rose Moon of Zalonia

The rose moon (different from the usual red moon) usually appears when magic is out of balance. Perhaps a wizard used too much magic. This can cause ripples in the magical atmosphere of Zalonia and cause other magicians to misfire their own magic. There also could be someone or even multiple people who are tampering with forbidden magic that can cause spells to misfire. Most magicians who see the rose moon withhold from using magic because they don’t want something to go wrong. It also often precedes magical disasters or breakthroughs

Teal Moon — Love

Teal Moon of Zalonia

The teal moon is the moon of love. It is lighter than Cadrone and appears much closer to the planet. It will often show when two romantic partners are out and enjoying the night sky. It is a good omen for lovers who do see it. When it is not seen, the couple may come to question their relationship decisions. If they go out for a romantic evening but don’t see the teal moon, they will like break up before they get too attached. However, some people ignore the teal moon because they have become obsessed with the person they love.

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The Moons of Zalonia

Ishtorth

Red Moon

This is Cadrone’s opposite, as it symbolizes good fortune. It also appears different to different people. It appears about two-thirds the size of our regular moon. It is the closest moon to the planet and revolves around the planet every 19th day. It would be like almost seeing Mars close to our planet. Magic is often performed when it is half full. Magic can’t be accessed when it is a new moon, and magic during a full moon is very potent and difficult to control unless the blue moon (Cadrone) is also full. Magical purposes:

Day One – New – No Magic is performed
Day Two – Good for healing magic
Day Three – Good for protection
Day Four – Good to gain psychic abilities
Day Five – Good for prophetic dreams
Day Six – Good for overall health
Day Seven – Good for herbal magic
Day Eight – Good for candle magic
Day Nine – Good for making potions
Day Ten – Full – Ask for the heart’s desire
Day Eleven – Good for ending addictions
Day Twelve – Good for weight loss
Day Thirteen – Good for breaking curses
Day Fourteen – Good for cleansing negativity
Day Fifteen – Good for getting over a past relationship
Day Sixteen – Good for picking out who your untrue friends are
Day Seventeen – Good for willing storms away
Day Eighteen – Good for blinding an attacking enemy
Day Nineteen – Good for creativity

The Goddess that represents this moon is named Ishtoria

Cadrone

Blue Moon

Cadrone represents darkness. It can change with each individual person, but this doesn’t happen often unless the person is on a quest; it is shown as a warning. A person who sees it weak or not at all will have good fortune, and bad fortune if it shines bright. However, it’s much more complicated than just that. It appears about half the size of our moon in the sky and is normally relatively faint unless it is telling someone that they are going to have bad fortune. Unlike Ishtorth, the days don’t represent what kind of magic is beneficial, but the stronger it is in the sky, the more magicians can use unethical magic. Some people form battle plans based on this moon. If it is full and shining, they will not imvade another territory. Many people are more cautious about securing their homes, and those out on a quest prepare for the worst.

The name of the God for this moon is Cadronus, and is often acknowledged by those who create unethical spells.

The Golden Moon

The moon is different from Ishtorth and is a lot like the moon going around the Earth. When it comes to orbits, it is further from the Earth than Ishtorth and closer than Cadrone. This moon is often used in astrology and other types of magic that are used to guide people. It doesn’t symbolize good or bad magic. However, it does contain some species of life, such as plants and alien animals. There is nothing that is as smart as the Seven Species of Spoken Language in Zalonia on the moon. Medes have made unsuccessful machines to be able to explore the moon closer, but they have telescopes, and their eyes are seven times stronger than a human’s, so they are able to explore the moon with more precision than any other race.

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