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Wikarai - Aug 24

Feedback & Content Suggestions

General / Intro

  • A quick note at the top explaining when to use Ibbalese vs. Valakses (central docks vs. older/rustic folk) so people know which column to speak.
  • A quick Emergency / Survival block right at the start (Help, Guard, Stop, Doctor, Fire). If someone gets mugged on the dock, they need immediate words.

Salutations & Social

  • Some basic travel staples: Yes, No, Please, Thank you, and “I only speak a little Valakses” to slow down fast talkers.
  • A firm but non-swear “leave me alone” phrase for pushy vendors.

Swears & Taboos

  • The detail about Shiiferaf (Liar) and death taboos causing fights is great.
  • Highlight that warning clearly. Travelers need to know calling a dock worker a liar will get them punched, not laughed at.

Important Spots

  • Action phrases alongside location nouns: “Where is [X]?”, “Which pier?”, “Is it far?”, “Left / Right / Straight”.
  • Good spots to add: Customs House, Harbour Master, Ferry Slip, Bathhouse.

Market & Docks (Suggested Add)

  • A port town needs haggling basics: “How much?”, “Too expensive”, “Weigh it again”, “I only have [X] coin”.
  • A quick tip on local dock scams or short-changing.

Activities & Poetry

  • For time-keeping, maybe base it on tides instead of hours (“before high tide”, “when does the boat leave?”).
  • Poetry section is neat. A quick tavern toast or a short sea shanty would fit well there, for mingling.
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