Word of Traitors_ Legacy of Dhakaan - Don Bassingthwaite [180]
Tariic: A hobgoblin warrior of the Rhukaan Taash clan and nephew of Haruuc. He has a more worldly approach to culture, politics, and economy than more conservative Darguuls. A claimant to the throne after his uncle’s assassination.
Taruuzh: A legendary Dhakaani daashor, creator of the original binding stones, the grieving trees, and the sword Wrath. His stronghold, Taruuzh Kraat, was located where Tzaryan Keep now stands in Droaam.
tying of hair: A custom among goblin mothers, particularly hobgoblins, of tying distinctive knots in their children’s hair as a luck charm—not, as suggested by scholars of the Library of Korranberg, as a means to distinguish them among crowds of goblin children.
To hold a sword by the blade: A goblin expression for being in a risky situation.
Toh!: A Goblin warning cry (“Beware!”).
Torlaac River: A powerful river of southern Darguun. South of the river, the land rises to become the desolate and dangerous Torlaac Moor.
Treaty of Thronehold: Signed in 996 YK, the Treaty of Thronehold marked the end of the Last War. Among its many articles, it formally recognized a number of new nations (including Darguun, Zilargo, and Valenar) and bound all signing nations in a pact of peace.
Valaes Tairn: The proper term for the warrior elves of Valenar.
Valenar: The lands claimed by the Valenar elves as their rightful territory by virtue of ancient ties to the land dating back to conflicts with the Empire of Dhakaan. Recognized as an independent nation by the Treaty of Thronehold.
Vanii: A hobgoblin warrior of the Ja’aram clan and the last of Haruuc’s three shava, slain in battle against the rebellious Gan’duur clan.
Wrath: Properly known by its Goblin name, Aram, Wrath is the legendary Sword of Heroes. Forged from byeshk by the legendary Dhakaani dashoor Taruuzh during the Daelkyr War, it was wielded by the hobgoblin heroes of the line of Kuun before being lost in the slaying of the daelkyr lord of Jhegesh Dol. Legend says that Wrath will not bear the touch of a coward. Wrath was recovered from the ghostly fortress of Jhegesh Dol by Geth, who now carries the blade.
Ya panozhii kita atcha: The most formal form of thanks in Goblin. Translated, it means “I owe a debt to your honor.” It shows a deep indebtedness on the part of the speaker and is never used casually. Compare with ta muut.
Zilargo: The homeland of the gnomes, Zilargo has long pursued a diplomatic policy of neutrality and conciliation. Recognized as an independent nation by the Treaty of Thronehold.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Don Bassingthwaite is the author of numerous fantasy and dark fantasy novels. His most recent book is the first book in the Legacy of Dhakaan, The Doom of Kings. It continues the tale of Geth, Ashi, and Ekhaas, first introduced in The Dragon Below trilogy: The Binding Stone, The Grieving Tree, and The Killing Song.
Don lives in Toronto, surrounded by gadgets, spice jars, and too many books. You can find him online at www.dbassingthwaite.com.
Legacy of Dhakaan, Book 2
WORD OF TRAITORS
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