Ashuran

Overview

Phonetic Style:
Ashuran speech is deep and resonant, with a mix of melodic vowels and sharp, guttural consonants. It sounds both mystical and authoritative, with occasional glottal stops that lend a sense of gravity.

Key Sounds: Harmonic vowels (e.g., Ra, Sha, Khra), throaty consonants (e.g., Kh, Gr), and sharp breaks.
Cadence: Generally fluid but punctuated with abrupt, clipped sounds, especially in military or magical contexts.

Honorific Speech

Ashura are respectful of rank, using formal structures and titles when addressing those of higher status. Their language is more elaborate in these cases, with honorifics integrated into common phrases.

Formal Pronouns:
Sha’ra (I – used when speaking formally to superiors)
Rhael (You – respectful form, used for those of higher rank or in formal settings)
Kahl’na (We – collective term for Ashura people, used to refer to themselves in a formal or ritualistic manner)
Titles and Forms of Address:
Tzhaak’rah (Commander, used for those who lead)
Khal’na (Honored Elder, used for older or wiser Ashura)
Ra’khan (Hero, used for a highly esteemed individual, especially those who have awakened)

Speech of the Awakened

When speaking to an Ashura who has undergone the Awakening, the tone shifts to one of reverence and awe. Awakened Ashura are considered spiritually and magically superior, and their language reflects this.

Pronouns & Address:
Ra’khani (You – used exclusively for those who have awakened; emphasizes their elevated status)
Ashur’khan (One who has awakened; used as both title and pronoun)
Gandur’sh’ra (Master of the Gandur Magic, a respectful title for the awakened)
Tone: Speech is more melodic and formal. Short, direct phrases are often used with deep respect, and their language conveys admiration for the Awakened’s mystical power.