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BlaivSiocled
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Finally, the clan symbols are written larger than other letters (like the difference between "C" and "c" ) in the example sentence. The is most noticeable comparing the "d" in old with the "e" in very.
So it's more complex than I remembered. I'm glad I dug for it.
This is VERY interesting. I had heard nothing about this.
So it functions like an alphanumeric code? While this is probably just a solution to render it somewhat easier for devs to create vampyric banners and text, it also presents some interesting linguistic choices. If pronunciation is entirely dependent on context, it would seem to indicate that the characters themselves are not particularly linked to specific sounds - like when one uses an ideographic alphabet to write phonetically.
William Witt said :
So Saradomin's language, which he spoke when he first came here, is distinct from the common tongue. Whatever this language is, it may be reasonable to imagine that it might be the language of Teragard (and/or of New Domina, perhaps).
I think the only phrase in 'ancient Saradominist' that we ever hear in game is Mahey'ish Medron . I'm inclined to think, just because of our ability to communicate with early Gielinorians and read Robert's works (though it may just be game mechanics) that 'Common' is actually the language of Teragard, and ancient Saradominist is in fact newer, perhaps from New Domina, and just appeared ancient to followers just learning the storied speech of a god.
Regardless, I think the Common writing system is from Teragard. As far as I know, we've never seen or heard of a unique writing system for Icyene/ancient Saradominist. That said, I also take the view that Fremennik came from a realm in the human diaspora, rather than Teragard itself, so they may have already been speaking/writing a corrupted/evolved form of their language.
Finally, the clan symbols are written larger than other letters (like the difference between "C" and "c" ) in the example sentence. The is most noticeable comparing the "d" in old with the "e" in very.
So it's more complex than I remembered. I'm glad I dug for it.
This is VERY interesting. I had heard nothing about this.
So it functions like an alphanumeric code? While this is probably just a solution to render it somewhat easier for devs to create vampyric banners and text, it also presents some interesting linguistic choices. If pronunciation is entirely dependent on context, it would seem to indicate that the characters themselves are not particularly linked to specific sounds - like when one uses an ideographic alphabet to write phonetically.
William Witt said :
So Saradomin's language, which he spoke when he first came here, is distinct from the common tongue. Whatever this language is, it may be reasonable to imagine that it might be the language of Teragard (and/or of New Domina, perhaps).
I think the only phrase in 'ancient Saradominist' that we ever hear in game is Mahey'ish Medron . I'm inclined to think, just because of our ability to communicate with early Gielinorians and read Robert's works (though it may just be game mechanics) that 'Common' is actually the language of Teragard, and ancient Saradominist is in fact newer, perhaps from New Domina, and just appeared ancient to followers just learning the storied speech of a god.
Regardless, I think the Common writing system is from Teragard. As far as I know, we've never seen or heard of a unique writing system for Icyene/ancient Saradominist. That said, I also take the view that Fremennik came from a realm in the human diaspora, rather than Teragard itself, so they may have already been speaking/writing a corrupted/evolved form of their language.
09-May-2016 19:38:49 - Last edited on 09-May-2016 19:39:51 by Rondstat
Rondstat
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After a closer look at the scroll in Death's Office, I realized it is NOT in fact latin, but rather a lorem ipsum. And I feel stupid.
The question remains - is this a hastily implemented detail meant to give the impression of Infernal, or a hastily implemented detail meant to sit entirely outside of lore?
Apparently Challenge Mistress Fara's list is also lorem ipsum.
And I believe (and I may be wrong) the notes on the walls of banks are also lorem ipsum.
So probably not canon to lore.
The legendary creators have been long gone from this world. When they return, they'll be surprised and angered of their creations' new sapience. Meanwhile, the world's most elite, summoned to be its guardians, have abandoned their purpose and intend to plunge the world into chaos. -- Bionicle or RS?
After a closer look at the scroll in Death's Office, I realized it is NOT in fact latin, but rather a lorem ipsum. And I feel stupid.
The question remains - is this a hastily implemented detail meant to give the impression of Infernal, or a hastily implemented detail meant to sit entirely outside of lore?
Apparently Challenge Mistress Fara's list is also lorem ipsum.
And I believe (and I may be wrong) the notes on the walls of banks are also lorem ipsum.
So probably not canon to lore.
The legendary creators have been long gone from this world. When they return, they'll be surprised and angered of their creations' new sapience. Meanwhile, the world's most elite, summoned to be its guardians, have abandoned their purpose and intend to plunge the world into chaos. -- Bionicle or RS?
19-May-2016 04:09:00
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