Fool Moon

When the moon orbiting Nexus is completely visible it has several effects on the minds of men and beasts. During a Fool Moon people become much less inhibited, not to say everyone acts out every depraved impulse, but people are less hesitant to speak their mind or take a risk. People also become significantly more susceptible to alcohol and other debilitating substances, because of this the Fool Moon is celebrated in cultures across Nexus. With the Moon and the alcohol working together fighting and promiscuity are common.

Animals also act more wild, citizens are advised to remain in the cities to avoid attacks.

Fool Moon and Lycanthropy
It’s said that Werewolves and other Lycanthropes are forcefully compelled to violently transform when the moon is full, and there is some truth to this. During a Full Moon a Lycan’s beastial side becomes aggressive and their will to suppress their carnal urges weakens, making it very difficult for them to maintain control.

Tabaxi Caravans
The Fool Moon is a major part of Tabaxi culture. Much of their alchemical tradition has been focused around the effect the Moon has on mind altering substances. On full moons caravans move across Calinem in a way that lengthens the night, “chasing the Moon” and maximizing the time they spend under its effects.

Militant Moon Mental Manipulation
Groups that utilize mind control or temporary mental debilitation in combat often plan assaults around the Fool Moon, as the Moon’s effects weakens one’s will to resist such tactics. Such groups include the Leonin Prides of Calinem with their mind controlling potions, the Grung of Kippel with their natural toxins, and the Yuan-Ti of Sakhiin with their charming magics.

Kippelian Faith
Though not mentioned in scripture, some practitioners of the Kippelian Faith link the Moon with a god or gods from the pantheon. Usually the moon is seen as a boon from Roue, due to the revelry and debauchery it inspires. It is also frequently associated with Unguis because of its effects on beasts and Lycanthropes.