Languages

On Earth, post the *Great Awakening*, many new languages surfaced as a result of the Great Chronicler's descent. Different from the languages existing prior to the Great Awakening, the new languages that surfaced were special, being capable of "invoking" the power of laws and mana, allowing users to manifest supernatural phenomena.

## Pre-Awakening Languages

Prior to the Great Awakening, once known as the "Modern Era", many different languages existed like English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, etc. They were developed and evolved across time, but lacked the power to invoke the power of nature and bring forth supernatural effects. As a result of many wars, disasters, and other problems, the previous languages were slowly forgotten by humanity.

As some ethnic groups disappeared, their language disappeared alongside them. As a result of the Great Awakening, the old languages were completely forgotten, replaced by new languages that can stir up the power of nature.

## Post-Awakening Languages

Post the Great Awakening, many new languages were discovered. Unlike Pre-Awakening Era, the new languages that were discovered were rather special, being capable of "stirring up the powers of nature" to produce supernatural phenomena. As a result of the new languages, humanity developed their own new language and shared them worldwide, allowing all of humanity to be capable of communicating with each other thanks to the single universal language developed.

## Elysian

Elysian is the most fundamental tongue discovered Post-Awakening Era. It can be considered the "first language" and the "language of nature". It is a tongue made up of runes that each hold profound power. The Runes alphabet consists of a set of mystical symbols, each representing a specific sound or combination of sounds. The symbols are intricate and have angular designs, reminiscent of ancient inscriptions. There are a total of 26 runes, including vowels and consonants. Runes grammar is relatively simple, with a subject-verb-object word order. However, Runes heavily rely on contextual and tonal nuances for conveying meaning. The pronunciation of each rune can change depending on its position within a word or the surrounding runes.

Each rune holds not only a phonetic value but also a deeper symbolic meaning. The symbols are believed to have originated from ancient elemental forces. The meanings associated with the runes are often connected to natural phenomena, emotions, abstract concepts, or magical properties. Runes are primarily used in mystical rituals, spellcasting, and inscriptions. They are inscribed on objects, such as amulets, scrolls, and walls, to convey intentions, cast spells, or create magical effects. Skilled users of Elysian can imbue their spoken or written words with potent magical power. But Elysian is also the force used to inscribe Skills into the soul or body as well as the language True Names are written in.

By translating runes, one can understand true meanings. This is because runes are mystical signs engraved with meaning. Even if one doesn't speak the same tongue the writer did, by reading the meaning left behind in runes, one can understand the writer. To decipher runes, however, one needs extensive understanding in reading "meaning" left behind in the mana used to inscribe said runes.

## Dragonic

Dragonic is the language of Dragons and what their lesser offshoots use. It is similar to Elysian in terms of utility as each word holds power. The words of a Dragon spoken in this tongue hold mystical power that manifests as a covenant that overwrites reality. It forces whatever the Dragon wills to happen within certain limitations. Only Dragons and those with their blood can use this power as the method of learning it is obscure.

## Celestian

Celestian is a language that stirs up the powers of nature. It is characterized by soft, flowing tones and intricate words. It is a tongue that has origins with Skyfolk, meaning intelligent creatures that are capable of flights and live in higher places like Harpies, Griffons, and Phoenixes. It is a rather pleasant-to-the-ear language due to its soft, flowing tunes.

## Arvathi

Arvathi is a complex and precise language that has origins from Elysian. It is characterized by its rich vocabulary and intricate grammatical structure. It holds the power of Elysian, albeit lesser, and it is easier to learn. It is the most basic language new Awakened need to learn due. It can do what Elysian can, albeit at a lesser level.

## Aquilonian

Aquilonian is a fluid language. It reflects the ebb and flow of the ocean, with rolling syllables and gentle, melodic tones. Originates from Seafolk, like Mermaids, Mermen, and Sirens. It can also stir up the power of nature and allow one to achieve supernatural phenomena. The records where this tongue was discovered in speak to the fact Seafolk civilizations develop this from their original language.

## Sylvanar

Sylvanar is a lyrical language spoken. It is a language that blends harmoniously with nature, using soft, gentle sounds and delicate intonations. Sylvanar is what Elves and other nature-attuned creatures use to communicate. Plantfolk use this language in their civilizations to stir up the powers of nature, and in a way, is their version of "Elysian".

## Trivia

* Each language is developed from different species.