Runic Speech
Runic Speech is a language that can only be spoken by those trained in the art. (Wizards, magical beings, sorcerers etc.)It is, on the most basic level, the art of shaping strands of magical energy to influence the visible world. It is most commonly used for casting spells and infusing objects with magical energy by carving a letter into a certain material. The only known materials to react to Runic Speech are Moongold, Entwood, Black Silver, and Bloodruby. All of these materials contain a substance that is highly reactive to Runic Speech and therefor is used in many weapons, artifacts, trinkets, and even doors and gates.
Writing System
For each form of magic there are different runes, modifiers and targets.
Geographical Distribution
This language is kept mostly secret to the common folk. It is primarily only learned in very high-ranking military positions or taught by wizards and magicians. It is also banned from being spoken in many kingdoms and it is likely you will be outlawed or thrown in prison if caught speaking Runic Speech openly.
Vocabulary
The vocabulary consists of Targets, Runes and Modifiers.
Targets: what the runes are affecting
Runes: the core of the spell, the action.
Modifiers: limitations, details or additions to the Runes.
Tenses
Tenses in this language are crucial for the affect that is produced. The Present tense makes the magic words spoken begin to take effect the instant they are uttered. The Future tense produces its effects after they are spoken. Depending on the
Sentence Structure
Single Target Spell:
Main Target - Tense Modifiers - Runes - Rune Modifiers
Double Target Spell:
Main Target - Tense Modifiers -
Dictionary
Common Phrases
"Umni Lorem Hei" is a common phrase in the Elgnomi structure used by simple magicians to take the spectator's minds off of what he is doing for a split second. Thus allowing him to perform slight-of-hand, hide a mistake or get out of a difficult conversation.
Common Unisex Names
There are only nine names in any magic language.
1: Elyun 2: Elparaclan 3: Elkathorton 4: Elatomon 5: Elerenon 6: Elpiston 7: Elenthousan 8: Elprassan 9: Elerinikon
Each name relates to the nature of a person. When casting a spell, in order to directly refer to someone you must use their correct name in Runic Speech and then their common name.
1: Thinker 2: Helper 3: Achiever/winner 4: Individual 5: Investigator 6: Loyal 7: Energetic 8: Fighter 9: peacemaker
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