The ritual of Sepanja is the closest thing to marriage that these trolls have. Sepanja has no accurate translation, but could most closely be defined by the term “shared spirit.” When two trolls (always of the opposite sex) participate in Sepanja, they are making vows of trust to each other. Those bonded to Sepanja trust each other implicitly, sharing secrets and truths they would normally fear presenting to other trolls. Indeed, if a troll confided in one that was bound by the vows of Sepanja, then that one would be bound by the vows to tell his or her partner. Tell something to one, and the other will soon learn of it, too. In fact, some of those who have been bonded by Sepanja for some time seem to develop a strong connection and seem to even share one mind, even when separated by miles.