This time of year is known as the time of the Thinnest Veil. It it said during this time, that the bond between our world and Noktal’s (the Eldest of the dead) realm is at its closest. During the Thinnest Veil, EVERYONE can see ghosts and wandering spirits - represented by a grey and or white cheesecloth draped on a ghost's head. Most spirits can also see you or communicate, but there are few that need Soul Speech to be spoken with, or other requirements met to interact with