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Languages of Windemere by the Characters

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

Luke-  So everyone in Windemere speaks English, which we call Tradespeak, right? Fizzle-  Fizzle speak differently, so other tongues exist. Fritz-  There are moments where it’s mentioned that people are speaking in other languages and a translator is around.  Other … Continue reading →

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Do’s and No-No’s of Fantasy Languages

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

It isn’t easy writing fiction and delving into the concept of languages.  Many of us grew up with the humor of ‘Pig Latin’, which was so ‘cool’ as a child.  Now it’s barely uttered and probably on its way to … Continue reading →

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Lost and Rare Languages in Fantasy

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the most common plot devices in fantasy is the ‘indecipherable language that has been lost to the ages’.  If not lost then hidden by something such as appearing under certain moon phases or need to be chucked into … Continue reading →

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Written in Another Language: Thrill or Headache?

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

One of the most common ‘complaints’ one hears about fantasy and science-fiction is that everyone speaks in the same language.  From aliens to orcs, they usually seem to know the human tongue.  I’ve heard people say that this draws them … Continue reading →

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