Avaltan (Language)

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Origin

The Avaltan dialect has, of course, originated from the human race of Avaltans. The language was first formed by the Hrim Giants before the arrival of these northern people, displayed as runes yet were not spoken at the time. When Avaltans took to populating the north land, the language was naturally inherited, yet as generations continued it was clear these people had a more natural ability to speak that of what was written. Therefore altering this language moderately as it aged to abide to a more understandable written and spoken terminology. Presently it is mostly on the tongue of tribal Avaltans, and sometimes on old ruins that the race has left behind.

Description

The Avaltan accent is a more roughly spoken language, known for having a deep undertone that cannot reach so easily into higher tones. Nonnative speakers can usually be pointed out when using this dialect, as the usually constant gruff tone is difficult to maintain where a voice may mistakenly heighten that is otherwise unsound to Avaltan ears. An easily depicted motion of the tongue is the occasion roll of the 'R' when pronouncing certain words. As well as the syllable 'O', which is spoken more in the back of the throat to create a heavier resonance.

The runic alphabet of Avaltan is not so commonly written by those who speak it. In fact, it is rarely taken to paper, but instead stonework, where the people can etch in the script using a chisel. Because of this, tablets that have been written upon can date back many years, sharing the history of ancient Avaltan tribes long ago.

Basic Phrases

• Sæl! (Hello!)
• Ekkert ao thahka. (You're welcome.)
• Thahka fyrir. (Thank you.)
• Hvat segir thu? (How are you?)
• Fyrirgef mik. (I'm sorry.)

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