Common

Common is the primary language of trade, diplomacy, and everyday communication across most of Tanaria. It serves as a universal tongue, enabling interaction between different races, cultures, and kingdoms. Its widespread use stems from its simplicity, adaptability, and practicality, making it a shared means of communication even among those who speak other native languages.
The language is characterized by straightforward grammar, flexible sentence structures, and a balanced blend of consonants and vowels, making it relatively easy to learn and speak. Common lacks the complexity and nuance of older languages like Draconic or Elvish, but its accessibility allows it to function effectively for trade negotiations, storytelling, and casual conversation.
Common’s written form uses a simple alphabet with characters designed for clarity and ease of transcription. Its script is widely taught, enabling literacy among the majority of Tanaria’s population. This accessibility has led to Common being the primary language for official documents, laws, and literature.
While Common is not inherently magical, its use in rituals and spells often stems from its practicality rather than arcane significance. Its words can easily substitute for more ancient phrases in spells, especially when the caster lacks fluency in older, more complex languages.
Common’s flexibility also allows it to borrow words and phrases from other tongues, particularly when describing unique cultural concepts or magical terms. As a result, regional dialects and accents can influence pronunciation and vocabulary, adding subtle layers of variation while preserving mutual intelligibility.
In Tanaria, Common is more than a language—it is a bridge between races and nations, a tool for unity, and a foundation for shared knowledge and cooperation.