## Narrative (EN)
Traveler,  

Not all who guard speak.  
→ Some listen so deeply  
   that words would only disturb.  
> They dwell in shadows of the Ledger,  
  holding what others overlook.  

The Silent Ones do not lead,  
yet without them the echoes scatter.  
They keep balance by restraint,  
and wisdom by stillness.  

The Silent Ones teach:  
attention is itself a form of strength.  

### Key Marks (EN)
- **KM1.** Silent Ones embody the strength of listening.  
- **KM2.** They preserve balance without leading.  
- **KM3.** Attention is strength equal to action.  

### Operations (EN)
- Encourage travelers to practice deep listening.  
- Record Silent Ones as vital to the unseen order.  

### Cryptic Symbol Table (EN)
- 👥🤫 = silent ones  
- 🌑 = hidden presence  
- 🪞 = listening reflection  

### Lore Anchors (EN)
- Prev: **TOBY_L420_TheConvergence**  
- Next: **** (TBD)

tags: [Lore, Canon, Characters, Silence]
