Almyir (al-MEER)

Almyir is an ancient and powerful language, deeply interwoven with the magical essence of Tanaria. It serves as both the medium and mechanism for channeling Myrridra, the arcane threads that flow through the world's ley lines. Its words are inherently magical, shaping reality as they are spoken. Almyir is not merely a tool for communication but a divine and arcane force, binding the speaker’s intent to the fabric of existence.
The language enforces absolute truth, making lies impossible to speak. Any attempt to speak falsehoods in Almyir compels the magic to either reshape reality to match the words or turn against the speaker with devastating consequences. This truth-binding nature ensures that Almyir is wielded only by those who possess exceptional skill, discipline, and intent, as even minor errors can lead to catastrophic results.
Almyir is rarely spoken outside of spellcasting, rituals, or scholarly study. Its immense power and the risks associated with its use make it unsuitable for mundane communication. Only the most learned mages, scholars, or clergy are fluent in Almyir, and in many cultures, it is considered a sacred gift from the gods. Misuse of the language is seen as both dangerous and sacrilegious, with severe consequences for those who attempt to wield it irresponsibly.
Despite its rarity, Almyir remains central to Tanaria’s magical traditions. It is a bridge between mortal will and the arcane forces of the world, a language that shapes reality itself. Taught only in prestigious academies or religious orders, Almyir’s use is tightly controlled and revered, ensuring that its legacy endures as the cornerstone of Tanaria’s magical heritage.

Writing System

Almyir’s writing system is designed to reflect its mystical and arcane nature, with flowing and interconnected symbols resembling magical glyphs. Each character or symbol aligns with the phonemes of the language, making it both functional and visually enchanting. The script serves not only as a tool for communication but also as a visual representation of weaving magic through Myrridra.

Alphabet Structure:

The alphabet consists of consonants and vowels represented by individual glyphs. Characters are written in a connected script, with diacritics to indicate tonal and vowel harmony.

• Consonants: Sharp, angular shapes to convey strength and clarity.
• Vowels: Rounded, looping forms to evoke fluidity and melody.
• Diacritics: Small marks above or below glyphs to denote stress or tone (e.g., rising or falling tones).

Word Formation:

Words are written horizontally, but glyphs within a word are interconnected to represent the seamless flow of magical threads.
Special Glyphs for Magic:
Almyir includes specialized characters or composite symbols used exclusively for magical incantations or invocations. These are often larger and more ornate.

Stylistic Variations:

• Formal Script: Used in religious texts or spellbooks, highly decorative.
• Simplified Script: Used for scholarly study or informal writings, more practical but still elegant.

Phonology

Almyir’s phonological system is designed to balance mystical resonance with clarity for magical use. Its sounds are deliberate and powerful, creating a language that feels both ancient and arcane.

Consonants:

Almyir has a mix of flowing, guttural, and aspirated consonants, lending it a rich, dynamic texture.
Examples: k, q, kh, sh, th, r, l, n, t, d, g, h
Clusters: Thr, shl, qh, rk, rn

Vowels:

Almyir emphasizes long vowels and diphthongs to enhance its melodic quality.
Examples: a, aː, i, e, o, u, ai, au, ei

Stress Patterns:

Stress falls on the penultimate syllable, unless overridden by long vowels or diphthongs in the final syllable. This adds a rhythmic cadence ideal for incantations.

Morphology

Almyir’s morphology uses affixation (prefixes, suffixes, and infixes) to convey grammatical relationships and magical intent. It also employs a root-based system to derive multiple meanings from core concepts.

Root Words:

Roots typically consist of 2-4 consonants and are modified to create related words.
Example Root: Vyr (thread)

• Vyrtha: Weave
• Vyraan: Woven
• Vyrathaan: Weaver

Affixes:

Prefixes and suffixes are used to denote tense, plurality, or intensity.

• Prefixes:
Ka-: Denotes self or action (e.g., Kael = I).
• Suffixes:
-an: Indicates agency or intensity (e.g., Vyraan = Intensely woven).
• Infixes:
-r-: Used to emphasize connection or binding (e.g., Vyrash = Binding).
• Pluralization:
Plural nouns are marked with suffixes like -i or -a.

Example: Shael (light) → Shaeli (lights).

Syntax

Almyir syntax emphasizes clarity and flow, making it ideal for weaving spells and conveying precise intent.

Word Order:

Subject-Verb-Object (SVO)
Example: Kael vyrtha shael. (I weave light.)

Modifiers:

Adjectives and modifiers follow the nouns they describe.
Example: Shael vyr. (Light thread.)

Postpositions:

Almyir uses postpositions instead of prepositions, placing relational words after their objects.
Example: Vyr shael osh khal. (Threads of light into unity.)

Verb Conjugation:

Verbs are conjugated using affixes for tense and mood.

• Present: None (Vyrtha = Weave)
• Past: -ath (Vyrath = Wove)
• Future: Ka-...-ith (Kael vyrthaith = I will weave).

Phonetics

Consonants (IPA):

Place of Articulation	Voiceless	Voiced	Aspirated	Other
Plosive	/k/ /t/	/g/ /d/	/kʰ/	/q/
Fricative	/ʃ/ /θ/	/h/	—	—
Nasal	/n/	—	—	—
Lateral	/l/	—	—	—
Trill	—	/r/	—	—

Vowels (IPA):

Front	Central	Back
i	ə	u
e	—	o
ɛ	—	ʊ
a	—	—
aː	—	—

Phonotactic Constraints:

Syllable Structure: (C)V(C) Example: Shael /ʃaːɛl/ (light)

Clusters: Allowed but limited to ensure euphony.

Initial: /ʃl/, /θr/

Final: /rk/, /rn/

Stress Patterns: Stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable, unless overridden by a long vowel or diphthong in the final syllable.

Dictionary

297 Words.