Yes, most often. Our elders are those whose sebiaa leads them to bond with another Vikute, and I have heard of other tribesmen joining us for their lifespans. That has not happened in several generations, though.

[They talk about them so irreverently though - as much as he can process irreverence anyway. Although, at that, he does feel the need to clarify-]

We don't consider ourselves guardians, but it is something I've heard the traveling traders call us.