The Eldan'dhe Language

Religious Words and Titles

Archai Eldan'Dux
Derived from the Greek Word  "arkhaios" meaning ancient. Eldan pulled from elements from the Welsh, Old English and Scottish Gaelic to mean age and wisdom. Dux is derived from the Latin word "dux" to mean leader. Roughly translated to mean Primordial Wise Ones or Ancient Leaders. 

Aen Seeryn
In the first drafts, originally called the Grey Order of Necromancers.
A compound word in Eldan'dhe, combining two elements:
Aen: Derived from Welsh, meaning "essence" or "nature." This suggests a connection to the fundamental or inherent qualities of something.
Seeryn: A combination of Welsh and Old English elements, suggesting "vision" or "sight." This implies a connection to perception, understanding, or insight.
Overall, "Aen Seeryn" can be translated as "Essence of Vision" or "Nature's Seer." The Aen Seeryn Necromancers have a deep understanding and insight into the natural world. They remained aligned with the forces of good. 

Dwyf'wyrthwyr
Originally called the Black Order of Necromancers on the original drafts.
Dwyf'wyrthwyr is a unique word created for the Eldan'dhe language, a synthetic language inspired by Welsh, Old English, and Scottish Gaelic. It is a compound word composed of three elements:
Dwyf: This element is derived from Welsh and Old English, suggesting a sense of darkness or obscurity. It can refer to both physical darkness, such as the darkness of night, and spiritual darkness, associated with evil or corruption.
Wyroth: This element is also derived from Welsh and Old English, suggesting "people" or "race." It indicates a group or entity associated with a particular characteristic or quality.
Wyroth: The repetition of "wyroth" emphasises the connection to darkness and reinforces the idea of a group or entity drawn to or influenced by it.
The Dwyf'wyrthwyr necromancers are deeply connected to and influenced by darkness, both physically and spiritually. 

Magisterium Aethel
It was originally called the Master Realm in the original drafts.
Magisterium (Latin): This translates to "office of a master" or "authority." It signifies the power and control held by the masters.
Aethel (Old English): This means "noble" or "excellent." It emphasises the elevated status of the realm and its inhabitants.

Daevathema
Daevathema is a compound word created for the Eldan'dhe language, drawing inspiration from Avestan and Greek mythology. It is composed of two elements:
Daeva: This term originates from Avestan, an ancient Iranian language. In Zoroastrianism, Daeva are malevolent spirits or demons, representing the forces of evil and darkness.
Theos: This is derived from the Greek word "theos," meaning "god" or "divine being."
Combined, "Daevathema" translates to "Demonic Gods" or "Evil Deities." It represents a group of beings who were once revered as divine but have fallen into corruption and evil.
This word captures the dual nature of these entities, combining elements of divinity and demonic power. It reflects the complex and often contradictory nature of power and the potential for corruption even within those who are considered divine.

Other Words

Aenwyn
The name of the magic of Eltheran
Aen (Welsh): This translates to "essence" or "nature."
Wynd (Old Irish): This means "holy" or "sacred."
This combination creates a beautiful and evocative word meaning "sacred essence" or "holy nature." It reflects the divine origin of the magic and its connection to the natural world of Eltheran.

Aenwyn'tara
Aenwyn (ANE-win): "life force" or "essence."
Tara (TAH-rah): functions as a suffix. Tara means "source" or "wellspring."
In this case, Aenwyn'tara would translate to "Wellspring of Life Force" or "Source of Essence." This emphasizes the Aenwyn'tara as the foundation of Eltheran's life and vitality.

Aenwyn-Touched
They were called the Warrior Tribe in the original draft. Group of magical warriors. 

Sael'myr
A creature with the ability to mimic perfectly the physical form of any living being that it consumes.
Sael (SYLE): This translates to "blood" or "life essence" referencing the creature's feeding habits.
Myr (MEER): This translates to "phantom" or "shadow" referencing the creature's ability to blend in.
A compound word combining two elements:
Sael: Derived from the Welsh word "sael" meaning "soul" or "spirit."
Myr: Derived from the Old English word "myr," meaning "dark" or "gloomy."
Meaning: "Dark Soul" or "Shadowy Spirit"

Coi'lduin
Ancient word for Elf
Ancient root origin means "Forest Dweller"
It effectively combines the Scottish Gaelic word for "forest" (Coill) with the Scottish Gaelic word for "human" (duine).
Emphasises the connection between the Elves and the sacred forest from which they emerged. It also hints at a more humanoid form despite their tree origin.

Humusgar
Ancient word for Human.
Humus (Latin): This translates to "soil" or "fertile ground."
Gar (Old English): This means "spear" or "warrior."

Petra'kin
Ancient word for Dwarf
Petra (Greek): This translates to "rock" or "cliff."
Kin (Greek): This suffix means "child" or "descendant."

Trigewisse
Ancient word for Halfling
Tri (Old English): This translates to "three" (similar to Latin).
Wisse (Old English): This means "wise" or "learned."

Fae'Mara
Ancient word for Goblin
Fae (Gaelic): This refers to the supernatural or "fair folk," a connection to the Elves' former beauty.
Mara (Latin): This translates to "nightmare" or "evil spirit," reflecting their current state.

Draigh'rig

Draigh'rig is a compound word combining elements from Welsh and Scottish Gaelic:
Draigh: Derived from the Welsh word "draig," meaning "dragon."
Rig: Derived from the Scottish Gaelic word "rìgh," meaning "king."
Therefore, Draigh'rig translates to "Dragon King" or "King of Dragons." It suggests a powerful or influential figure associated with dragons or dragon-like creatures.