Geis

A Geis (Plural form: Gaesa) is a pact formed between a Fae and a human, in exchange for hidden knowledge orthe ownership of physical objects from Faery

It shows itself as a tattoo over the heart of the human who makes the pact. Unlike ordinary bargains, a Geis imposes specific conditions that, if broken, can result in harm or death. Geasa often leave a visible or magical mark on the person bound, serving as a permanent reminder of the agreement and its restrictions.

These pacts are frequently used to protect secrets, enforce loyalty, or ensure compliance with the fae’s instructions. The knowledge or promises obtained through a Geis are considered sacred; revealing or boasting about them is dangerous and can trigger the pact’s consequences. Geasa are highly individualized, reflecting the will and nature of the fae who impose them. They are not easily removed or broken, and the terms are usually clear only to those who enter into them.

The mark may appear on the skin, sometimes glowing, shifting, or forming symbolic shapes related to the terms of the pact. The location and appearance often reflect the nature of the obligation.

Violating the conditions of a Geis can result in immediate physical or magical repercussions, ranging from pain, illness, to death in extreme cases.

Some Geasa impose compulsions, enhancing the subject’s focus on fulfilling the terms or deterring disclosure of forbidden information. However, this compulsion can be bypassed, which usually leads to baneful effects of the Geis.

The pact is manifested physically by a small flower tattoo that appears on the chest of the human, over their heart.