Elareth

Nothing says 'love' like actually saying it. But there are many ways to say it. Some say it in their native language, others use ritual dance passed down by tradition. Others utilize acts of love. But there is one way that people use when they really want to impress their object of affection. It has become the unofficial 'Language of Love' in the Fae Realm and is primarily used by people of all socioeconomic classes. That is not where it started, but it is considered one of the most romantic and passionate languages in the Fae Realm.   This language is called Elareth.   The legend of this language of love is said to have its roots in mythology. It is said that the personification of love and the embodiment of music came together, weaving birdsong, fire, moonlight, and the first breath into a spoken form. It was not meant to be heard as much as felt in much the same way poetry or music makes one feel. It is said there are over 100 shades and inotations of love in Elareth and speaking and feeling it prove it.

Writing System

Elareth is a flowing calligraphic writing system. Each letter is formed with graceful curves inspired by vines, rivers, and the phases of the moon. Words often connect seamlessly, symbolizing the unbroken bonds between souls. In illuminated manuscripts, poets embellish important words like Amar (love), Saelen (soul), and Aeris (heart) with flourishes resembling blooming flowers or intertwined flames.

Syntax

Whether written or spoken, Elareth follows a Veb-Subject-Object syntax. An example is:   "Amarien ela ven." Which is "Love I you" or translates out to "I love you." This is of course one of the most common phrases in Elareth.   Every verb is the embodiment of the speaker's feelings and emotional intensity. Different endings of words can make a word mean one thing while another ending gives it a diffenret meaning. For example, the word 'amarien' means love or true love. The word 'amarnor' can mean eternal devotion while the word 'amarasae' means playful flirting. The root word and its attached suffix displays as much emotion and intent as the speaker means it.   Like our previous example of amarien ela ven meaning "I love you", Amarára ela ven means "I love you with all-consuming passion." Differing emotions with just a chaning of suffixes on one word.   An interesting note on articles in Elareth is that there is no "the" or "a"

Vocabulary

Emotions are a big part of Elareth, and it should come through when it is spoken. Every verb should express the speaker's emotional depth, displaying feeling in every part of the speech. There are many different words to describe different kinds of love; playful affection, new love, longing and devotion, enduring love, and sacred relationships. There are very few words in Elareth for conflict of fighting, and even those have some kind of affection or gentle feeling to them.   Much of the vocabulary, when spoken is compared to nature or natural events. Hearts become stars, passion is a flame, longing is a winding river, etc. Nature is pure and abundant in Elareth.   When spoken, Elareth is often compared to a soft melody, flowing smoothly and gently from tongue to ear. The musical rythym is very akin to poetry and song. This poetic or musical repition or even syncopation, reinforces the belief that emotion and feeling can flow from the heart, openly and sincerely.   Elareth is quiet and unassuming, but unabashedly open and honest. It speaks emotions and feelings, letting logic and overthinking take a backseat. Thus, Elareth truly is the spoken language of love.

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