Third Advent

The Third Advent refers to the stop made by the intercosmic vessel Daban Urnud at Fthos, followed by a prolonged era of contact and upheaval on that world. A visitor from Laterre relates that his ancestors lived through the voyage to Fthos and the Third Advent, and that he himself was born on Fthos.

Context and alignments

In the same testimony, Urnud and Tro are described as acting together as the Pedestal, hostile toward Fthos, while Laterre is divided in its loyalties. The Advent at Fthos occurred within this alignment of powers and fears.

Characteristics of an Advent (as reported)

Speakers characterize “Advents” as eras that can last from a few decades to a couple of centuries. They are said to bring major social and institutional disruption, including wars, and to end with a thorough rebuild of Daban Urnud before the ship departs to a different Narrative. These features are presented as the informant’s account rather than as established fact about every instance.

Position in the sequence

The Third Advent follows the Second Advent on Laterre and precedes the ongoing Fourth Advent now affecting Arbre. Specific details of events on Fthos beyond these alignments and general patterns have not been confirmed.