I have had requests for definitions of some of the words I use in the text. The identification behind each word in parentheses indicates either the word is derived from a similar word in an older language, or that the word is used today in that language. Made to fit closely by buttons or lacing. Belted at hip for men. A commune, or community, is a group of people who live together in a defended fortress or village.
All property is community owned.
Each community member, called a commoner, works for the good of the community. A community is self sufficient. Generally, but not always, members of a given community wear similar garb. The community is managed by the members, with an elected overseer as administrator. In Clovenstone, three communities are mentioned.