Sona’s Veil, also known as Sonaveil, is a planetary snowy season celebration named after the alta philosophical concept of snow - sona. It usually happens during cold seasons around cold solstice on alterash prime planets, and emphasizes staying warm, gathering together, and celebrating community bonds during the coldest time of year. In nature, it’s quite similar to various traditional human holidays like Christmas, Winter’s Veil, Yule, Midwinter, Hanukkah, and New Year.
The holiday’s name comes from sona (snow/ice element), representing the season’s challenge. The celebration centers around a simple but profound message: staying warm together when it’s cold outside. This reflects both literal winter survival and metaphorical emotional warmth through community.
The quintessential Sonaveil dish that combines:
The pie’s magical property is its ability to retain warmth far longer than normal baked goods. The recipe varies between alta cities and research stations, each adding cherished local touches. Master bakers like Miara and experienced Elin Gardens caretakers can create Sona’s Embrace - the perfect Sonaveil pie where every element comes together in harmony.
“Sona’s Embrace” is what altas call the perfect Sonaveil pie - a rare variant that embodies the true spirit of the holiday:
These perfect pies are made by loving sisters who pour genuine holiday spirit into every step. Sharing Sona’s Embrace is considered a deep expression of sisterly love and care.
During Sonaveil, tenants may gift Holiday Spirit items - symbolic tokens representing the festive season’s joy and community spirit. The main food item is the Sonaveil Pie, with its rare perfect variant Sona’s Embrace.
Sonaveil reflects alta values in unique ways:
The holiday’s core message - staying warm together when it’s cold outside - represents both literal and metaphorical meaning. While altas have technology to handle cold, they choose to celebrate community bonds through shared warmth, making Sonaveil one of the most emotionally meaningful alta holidays.