Yearfires

The Yearfires, a a phenomenon, considered to be magical in nature. The phenomenon occurs yearly and is characterized by multicoloured streaks filling the sky, day and night. The Yearfires mark the start of the year, having reliably occurred since the beginning of history.

Duration
Typically, the Yearfires last from 4-6 days, although further extremes have been recorded. These are often considered particularly auspicious, with long fires being generally considered to be superior.

Festivities
Traditionally, across the The Eastern Coast, the Yearfires are observed from high towers, as it is considered that proximity to the lights may improve ones life. However, in larger cities, street parties are common, with Yearfire parades being an immensely popular social event.