Monday, February 14, 2011

Languages of the World (Human)

The Languages in the World are as diverse as its people. Most languages have a common root form that more than likely has split into many different dialects. Most peoples of the world will speak both the root form of their language as well be fully fluent in their particular dialect.

Common Tongue-  A simple Language used by all races for trade and commerce. It is rarely spoken when all peoples of a group speak another language. The Common tongue is dissimilar to English in its complexity and is more akin to Spanish. That does not mean it sounds Spanish, but is spoken by all races simplistically.

Nordage- It is the extremely guttural language of the Northdwellers. It is derived from the Dwarven Tongue and other various local languages of the North. Rarely spoken to outsiders or scholars by its native speakers. Characters who are classified as Northdwellers speak Nordage in addition to any other languages they may speak. Dwarves, Goblins, Half-Orcs, and Orcs may also choose to speak this language if they are from the North.

Weilish- Weilish is most similar to modern English or Shakespearean English. Spoken by most nobles and peasants alike. Weilish is the epitome of class and is also similar to French in its status. This is the native language of the Westerfolk and they openly teach it to others, because they believe it is the language of the Gods. Characters who are classified as Westerfolk speak Weilish in addition to any other languages they may speak. Any race who lives within the borders of the Westerfolk territory may choose to speak this language.

Esterese- Esterese is spoken by the Easterfolk. It has many dialects, more than both Weilish and Nordage. Easterese is only known by the Easterfolk and is never taught to people not from the East. The Easterfolk prize their language as it is one of the few things that unites their barbarian culture. Characters who are classified as Easterfolk speak Esterese in addition to any other languages they may speak. Only Easterfolk and Half-Elves and Half-Orcs raised by their human parent may speak this Language.

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