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	List of interesting vocabulary from Asheron's Call with real world meanings.		List of interesting vocabulary from Asheron's Call with real world meanings.

	== Armor and Weapons ==		== Armor and Weapons ==
	* '''Cestus''' - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cestus cestus] is an ancient battle glove, sometimes used in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pankration pankration]. In effect, it is the classic world's equivalent to brass knuckles.		* '''[[Cestus]]''' - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cestus cestus] is an ancient battle glove, sometimes used in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pankration pankration]. In effect, it is the classic world's equivalent to brass knuckles.

	* '''Dolabra''' - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dolabra dolabra] is a versatile tool used by the people in Italy since ancient times. The dolabra could serve as a pickaxe used by miners and excavators, a priest's implement for ritual religious slaughtering of animals and as an entrenching tool (mattock) used in Roman infantry tactics.		* '''Dolabra''' - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dolabra dolabra] is a versatile tool used by the people in Italy since ancient times. The dolabra could serve as a pickaxe used by miners and excavators, a priest's implement for ritual religious slaughtering of animals and as an entrenching tool (mattock) used in Roman infantry tactics.
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	* '''Flamberge''' - A flame-bladed sword or wave-bladed sword has a characteristically undulating style of blade. The wave in the blade is often considered to contribute a flame-like quality to the appearance of a sword. While largely decorative, some attributes of the waved blade were useful in combat. The flame-bladed sword is also known as a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flamberge flamberge].		* '''Flamberge''' - A flame-bladed sword or wave-bladed sword has a characteristically undulating style of blade. The wave in the blade is often considered to contribute a flame-like quality to the appearance of a sword. While largely decorative, some attributes of the waved blade were useful in combat. The flame-bladed sword is also known as a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flamberge flamberge].

	* '''Katar''' - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katar katar] (Devanāgarī: कटार), also known as a Bundi dagger, is a type of short punching sword that is native to the Indian subcontinent and popular elsewhere for swift and quick attacks. It is notable for its horizontal hand grip, which results in the blade of the sword sitting above the user's knuckles.		* '''[[Katar]]''' - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katar katar] (Devanāgarī: कटार), also known as a Bundi dagger, is a type of short punching sword that is native to the Indian subcontinent and popular elsewhere for swift and quick attacks. It is notable for its horizontal hand grip, which results in the blade of the sword sitting above the user's knuckles.

	* [[Lorica Armor\|Lorica]] - Lorica is a Latin word meaning body armor.		* [[Lorica Armor\|Lorica]] - Lorica is a Latin word meaning body armor.

	* '''Ono''' - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ono_(weapon) Ono] (斧, Ono?) is the Japanese word for an "axe" or a "hatchet", and as such it is used to describe various tools of the similar basic structure. As with axes in other cultures, ono are sometimes employed as weapons. Generally four feet long with a heavy, over-sized steel blade.		* '''[[Ono]]''' - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ono_(weapon) Ono] (斧, Ono?) is the Japanese word for an "axe" or a "hatchet", and as such it is used to describe various tools of the similar basic structure. As with axes in other cultures, ono are sometimes employed as weapons. Generally four feet long with a heavy, over-sized steel blade.

	* '''Spada''' - The [[wikipedia:spatha\|spatha]] was a type of straight sword with a long point and was used in gladiator fights and in war. The spatha of literature appears in the Roman Empire in the 1st century as a weapon of presumed Germanic auxiliaries and went on from there to become a standard heavy infantry weapon, relegating the gladius to use as a light infantry weapon. The spatha apparently replaced the gladius in the front ranks, giving the infantry more reach when thrusting.		* '''Spada''' - The [[wikipedia:spatha\|spatha]] was a type of straight sword with a long point and was used in gladiator fights and in war. The spatha of literature appears in the Roman Empire in the 1st century as a weapon of presumed Germanic auxiliaries and went on from there to become a standard heavy infantry weapon, relegating the gladius to use as a light infantry weapon. The spatha apparently replaced the gladius in the front ranks, giving the infantry more reach when thrusting.
			*[[Silifi]]- [https://www.reddit.com/r/AsheronsCall/comments/j4a9bn/asherons_call_etymology/g7ho5k1?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3 Probably] from [https://sumerianlanguage.tumblr.com/post/145371873423/is-there-a-word-for-strong-in-sumerian-with-the Sumerian] "silig" for "axe", as G from certain languages changes to F in English by way of Latin. Possibly from silepe/selepe, from [https://www.translatesotho.com/en/dictionary-english-sesotho/axe Sesotho].

	* '''Yari''' - The Japanese term for spear, or more specifically, the straight-headed spear. The martial art of wielding the yari is called [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sojutsu sōjutsu].		* '''[[Yari]]''' - The Japanese term for spear, or more specifically, the straight-headed spear. The martial art of wielding the yari is called [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sojutsu sōjutsu].

	* [[Yoroi Armor\|Yoroi]] - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O-yoroi Ō-Yoroi] is a prominent example of Japanese armor. The term ō-yoroi means "great armor." For the most part the Ō-Yoroi was a rich man's armor and not used by lower ranking samurai.		* [[Yoroi Armor\|Yoroi]] - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O-yoroi Ō-Yoroi] is a prominent example of Japanese armor. The term ō-yoroi means "great armor." For the most part the Ō-Yoroi was a rich man's armor and not used by lower ranking samurai.
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	* [[Leviathan]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leviathan Leviathan] (twisted, coiled) is a Biblical sea creature referred to in the Old Testament (Psalm 74:13-14; Job 41; Isaiah 27:1). The word leviathan has become synonymous with any large sea monster or creature. In the novel Moby-Dick it refers to great whales, and in Modern Hebrew, it means simply "whale".		* [[Leviathan]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leviathan Leviathan] (twisted, coiled) is a Biblical sea creature referred to in the Old Testament (Psalm 74:13-14; Job 41; Isaiah 27:1). The word leviathan has become synonymous with any large sea monster or creature. In the novel Moby-Dick it refers to great whales, and in Modern Hebrew, it means simply "whale".
			*[[Mu-miyah]], from [https://www.etymonline.com/word/mummy Old Arabic] "mumiyah," which English borrowed for the word "mummy"

	* [[Nubilous Golem]] - Nubilous means cloudy or vague. A cloud is a visible mass of droplets or frozen crystals floating in the atmosphere above the surface of the Earth or another planetary body. A cloud is also a visible mass attracted by gravity (clouds can also occur as masses of material in interstellar space, where they are called interstellar clouds and nebulae.) The branch of meteorology in which clouds are studied is nephology or cloud physics.		* [[Nubilous Golem]] - Nubilous means cloudy or vague. A cloud is a visible mass of droplets or frozen crystals floating in the atmosphere above the surface of the Earth or another planetary body. A cloud is also a visible mass attracted by gravity (clouds can also occur as masses of material in interstellar space, where they are called interstellar clouds and nebulae.) The branch of meteorology in which clouds are studied is nephology or cloud physics.
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	* [[Quaestor]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quaestor Quaestor] is a type of public official. In the Roman Republic a quaestor was an elected official who supervised the treasury and financial affairs of the state, its armies and its officers. Today quaestor is used as the title of financial oversight officials, and as a senior police rank.		* [[Quaestor]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quaestor Quaestor] is a type of public official. In the Roman Republic a quaestor was an elected official who supervised the treasury and financial affairs of the state, its armies and its officers. Today quaestor is used as the title of financial oversight officials, and as a senior police rank.

			== Places ==

			* [[Baishi]]- Mandarin for "white stone," which is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baishi,_Xiangtan town in China].
			* [[Eastham]]- East is the location, "[https://www.etymonline.com/word/hamlet#etymonline_v_1414 ham]" for [https://www.etymonline.com/word/hamlet#etymonline_v_1414 hamlet].
			* [[Holtburg]]- From old English, "[https://www.etymonline.com/word/holt#etymonline_v_12109 Holt]" as in a forest, "[https://www.etymonline.com/word/burg Burg]" as in a hill fort or town.
			* [[Rithwic]]- From middle English "[https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/rith rith]," like a stream, and "[https://www.etymonline.com/word/wich#etymonline_v_40178 wic]," a town.
			* [[Shoushi]]- In game means "small place," in Japanese it would be "small city."

	== Miscellaneous ==		== Miscellaneous ==
	* [[Aetheria]] - Although [[wikipedia:Aether theories\|hypotheses of the aether]] vary somewhat in detail they all have certain characteristics in common. Essentially aether is considered to be a physical medium occupying every point in space, including within material bodies. A second essential feature is that aether's properties give rise to the electric and magnetic phenomena and determines the propagation velocity of their effects. Therefore the speed of light and all other propagating effects are determined by the physical properties of the aether at the relevant location, analogous to the way that gaseous, liquid and solid media affect the propagation of sound waves. The aether is considered the over-all reference frame for the universe and thus velocities are all absolute relative to its rest frame.		* [[Aetheria]] - Although [[wikipedia:Aether theories\|hypotheses of the aether]] vary somewhat in detail they all have certain characteristics in common. Essentially aether is considered to be a physical medium occupying every point in space, including within material bodies. A second essential feature is that aether's properties give rise to the electric and magnetic phenomena and determines the propagation velocity of their effects. Therefore the speed of light and all other propagating effects are determined by the physical properties of the aether at the relevant location, analogous to the way that gaseous, liquid and solid media affect the propagation of sound waves. The aether is considered the over-all reference frame for the universe and thus velocities are all absolute relative to its rest frame.
			*[[Asheron Realaidain\|Asheron]]- [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acheron Acheron], the Greek river of woe

	* [[Alembic]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alembic alembic] is an alchemical still consisting of two retorts connected by a tube. Technically, the alembic is only the upper part (the capital or still-head), while the lower part is the cucurbit, but the word was often used to refer to the entire distillation apparatus. The word "alembic" has taken on a metaphorical meaning - anything that refines or transmutes, as if by distillation - as in "the alembic of creative thought."		* [[Alembic]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alembic alembic] is an alchemical still consisting of two retorts connected by a tube. Technically, the alembic is only the upper part (the capital or still-head), while the lower part is the cucurbit, but the word was often used to refer to the entire distillation apparatus. The word "alembic" has taken on a metaphorical meaning - anything that refines or transmutes, as if by distillation - as in "the alembic of creative thought."
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	* '''Hermetic''', [[Pearl of Hermetic Linking]], [[Hermetic Link (Spell)]] - The word [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hermetic hermetic] is commonly applied to literary or graphical symbolism that is exceedingly obscure, convoluted, or esoteric. In that context, and not in any other context, hermeticism is the deliberate use of hermetic imagery.		* '''Hermetic''', [[Pearl of Hermetic Linking]], [[Hermetic Link (Spell)]] - The word [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hermetic hermetic] is commonly applied to literary or graphical symbolism that is exceedingly obscure, convoluted, or esoteric. In that context, and not in any other context, hermeticism is the deliberate use of hermetic imagery.
			*[[Kemeroi]]- Possibly from the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Km_(hieroglyph) Egyptian hieroglyph] "km iri ('to make an end')", but there are [https://www.reddit.com/r/AsheronsCall/comments/j4a9bn/asherons_call_etymology/g7ikapl?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3 arguments against this interpretation].

	* [[Ley Line]], [[Shattered Lines]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ley_line Ley lines] are hypothetical alignments of a number of places of geographical interest, such as ancient monuments and megaliths. The ley lines and their intersection points are believed by some to resonate a special psychic or mystical energy, often including elements such as geomancy, dowsing or UFOs, stating that, for instance, UFOs travel along ley lines (in the way that one might observe that cars use roads and highways). This belief postulates that points on lines have electrical or magnetic forces associated with them.		* [[Ley Line]], [[Shattered Lines]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ley_line Ley lines] are hypothetical alignments of a number of places of geographical interest, such as ancient monuments and megaliths. The ley lines and their intersection points are believed by some to resonate a special psychic or mystical energy, often including elements such as geomancy, dowsing or UFOs, stating that, for instance, UFOs travel along ley lines (in the way that one might observe that cars use roads and highways). This belief postulates that points on lines have electrical or magnetic forces associated with them.
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	* [[Oubliette Portal Gem]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oubliette oubliette] (from the French oubliettes) was a form of dungeon which was accessible only from a hatch in a high ceiling. To exit an oubliette was nearly impossible without outside help. The word comes from the same root as the French oublier, "to forget," as it was used for those prisoners the captors wished to forget. Most prisoners were left to die of starvation. Another form of oubliette was a shelf in a long steeply sloping tunnel leading down to the moat or to the sea. Once cast down the tunnel, a victim would either slowly starve or cast themselves further down to drown.		* [[Oubliette Portal Gem]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oubliette oubliette] (from the French oubliettes) was a form of dungeon which was accessible only from a hatch in a high ceiling. To exit an oubliette was nearly impossible without outside help. The word comes from the same root as the French oublier, "to forget," as it was used for those prisoners the captors wished to forget. Most prisoners were left to die of starvation. Another form of oubliette was a shelf in a long steeply sloping tunnel leading down to the moat or to the sea. Once cast down the tunnel, a victim would either slowly starve or cast themselves further down to drown.
			*[[Sho]]- [https://www.reddit.com/r/AsheronsCall/comments/j4a9bn/asherons_call_etymology/g7itlqb?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3 Possibly] from [https://translate.google.com/?rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS918US918&sxsrf=ALeKk02M6mpZZYZmPo2fvJGtj71IB_25mg:1601757260545&biw=1858&bih=977&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hl=en&client=tw-ob#en/zh-CN/hand Mandarin for hand].

	* '''Theodolite''', [[Sins of the Fathers#Teaser - Link\|Sins of the Fathers Teaser]], [[The Breaking of the Crystal Core]] - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodolite Theodolite] is an instrument for measuring both horizontal and vertical angles, as used in triangulation networks. It is a key tool in surveying and engineering work, particularly on inaccessible grounds, but theodolites have been adapted for other specialized purposes in fields like meteorology and rocket launch technology. A modern theodolite consists of a movable telescope mounted within two perpendicular axes, the horizontal or trunnion axis, and the vertical axis. When the telescope is pointed at a desired object, the angle of each of these axes can be measured with great precision, typically on the scale of arcseconds.		* '''Theodolite''', [[Sins of the Fathers#Teaser - Link\|Sins of the Fathers Teaser]], [[The Breaking of the Crystal Core]] - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodolite Theodolite] is an instrument for measuring both horizontal and vertical angles, as used in triangulation networks. It is a key tool in surveying and engineering work, particularly on inaccessible grounds, but theodolites have been adapted for other specialized purposes in fields like meteorology and rocket launch technology. A modern theodolite consists of a movable telescope mounted within two perpendicular axes, the horizontal or trunnion axis, and the vertical axis. When the telescope is pointed at a desired object, the angle of each of these axes can be measured with great precision, typically on the scale of arcseconds.

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	* [[Remoran]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remora Remoras] or suckerfish are elongate brown fish and their distinctive first dorsal fin takes the form of a modified oval sucker-like organ with slat-like structures that open and close to create suction and take a firm hold against the skin of larger marine animals. By sliding backward, the remora can increase the suction, or it can release itself by swimming forward. Remoras sometimes attach themselves to small boats. They also swim well on their own, with a sinuous motion. Remoras are primarily tropical open-ocean dwellers, occasionally found in temperate or coastal waters. In ancient times, the remora was believed to stop a ship from sailing. In Latin remora means "delay," while the genus name Echeneis comes from Greek echein ("to hold") and naus ("a ship"). Particularly notable is the account of Pliny the Younger, in which the remora is blamed for the defeat of Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium and (indirectly) for the death of Caligula.		* [[Remoran]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remora Remoras] or suckerfish are elongate brown fish and their distinctive first dorsal fin takes the form of a modified oval sucker-like organ with slat-like structures that open and close to create suction and take a firm hold against the skin of larger marine animals. By sliding backward, the remora can increase the suction, or it can release itself by swimming forward. Remoras sometimes attach themselves to small boats. They also swim well on their own, with a sinuous motion. Remoras are primarily tropical open-ocean dwellers, occasionally found in temperate or coastal waters. In ancient times, the remora was believed to stop a ship from sailing. In Latin remora means "delay," while the genus name Echeneis comes from Greek echein ("to hold") and naus ("a ship"). Particularly notable is the account of Pliny the Younger, in which the remora is blamed for the defeat of Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium and (indirectly) for the death of Caligula.

			* [[Sclavus]] - [http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/sclavus Sclavus] is the Latin word for slave.

	* [[Simulacrum]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simulacrum Simulacrum] from the Latin simulacrum which means "likeness, similarity", is first recorded in the English language in the late 16th century, used to describe a representation of another thing, such as a statue or a painting, especially of a god; by the late 19th century, it had gathered a secondary association of inferiority: an image without the substance or qualities of the original. In the vernacular, "Doppelgänger" has come to refer (as in German) to any double or look-alike of a person. The word is also used to describe the sensation of having glimpsed oneself in peripheral vision, in a position where there is no chance that it could have been a reflection. They are generally regarded as harbingers of bad luck. In some traditions, a doppelgänger seen by a person's friends or relatives portends illness or danger, while seeing one's own doppelgänger is an omen of death.		* [[Simulacrum]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simulacrum Simulacrum] from the Latin simulacrum which means "likeness, similarity", is first recorded in the English language in the late 16th century, used to describe a representation of another thing, such as a statue or a painting, especially of a god; by the late 19th century, it had gathered a secondary association of inferiority: an image without the substance or qualities of the original. In the vernacular, "Doppelgänger" has come to refer (as in German) to any double or look-alike of a person. The word is also used to describe the sensation of having glimpsed oneself in peripheral vision, in a position where there is no chance that it could have been a reflection. They are generally regarded as harbingers of bad luck. In some traditions, a doppelgänger seen by a person's friends or relatives portends illness or danger, while seeing one's own doppelgänger is an omen of death.

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	* [[Amaranth]] - Although several species of [[wikipedia:Amaranth\|Amaranth]] are considered weeds, people around the world value amaranths as leaf vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals. Amaranth and quinoa are called pseudograins because of their flavor and cooking similarities to grains. These are dicot plant seeds, and both contain exceptionally complete protein for plant sources. Besides protein, amaranth grain provides a good source of dietary fiber and dietary minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and especially manganese. The flowers of the 'Hopi Red Dye' amaranth were used by the Hopi Amerindians as the source of a deep red dye. There is also a synthetic dye that has been named "amaranth" for its similarity in color to the natural amaranth pigments known as betalains. This synthetic dye is also known as Red No. 2 in North America and E123 in the European Union. In ancient Greece, the amaranth (also called chrysanthemum and helichrysum) was sacred to Ephesian Artemis. It was supposed to have special healing properties, and as a symbol of immortality was used to decorate images of the gods and tombs.		* [[Amaranth]] - Although several species of [[wikipedia:Amaranth\|Amaranth]] are considered weeds, people around the world value amaranths as leaf vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals. Amaranth and quinoa are called pseudograins because of their flavor and cooking similarities to grains. These are dicot plant seeds, and both contain exceptionally complete protein for plant sources. Besides protein, amaranth grain provides a good source of dietary fiber and dietary minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and especially manganese. The flowers of the 'Hopi Red Dye' amaranth were used by the Hopi Amerindians as the source of a deep red dye. There is also a synthetic dye that has been named "amaranth" for its similarity in color to the natural amaranth pigments known as betalains. This synthetic dye is also known as Red No. 2 in North America and E123 in the European Union. In ancient Greece, the amaranth (also called chrysanthemum and helichrysum) was sacred to Ephesian Artemis. It was supposed to have special healing properties, and as a symbol of immortality was used to decorate images of the gods and tombs.
	* [[Bistort]] - [[wikipedia:Persicaria bistorta\|Persicaria bistorta]] is a herbaceous flowering plant found throughout Europe. The Latin name "bistorta" refers to the twisted appearance of the root. The plant was used to make a bitter pudding in Lent from a combination of the plant's leaves, oatmeal, egg and other herbs. It is the principal ingredient of dock pudding. The root of Bistort can be used to produce an astringent that was used in medicine.		* [[Bistort]] - [[wikipedia:Persicaria bistorta\|Persicaria bistorta]] is a herbaceous flowering plant found throughout Europe. The Latin name "bistorta" refers to the twisted appearance of the root. The plant was used to make a bitter pudding in Lent from a combination of the plant's leaves, oatmeal, egg and other herbs. It is the principal ingredient of dock pudding. The root of Bistort can be used to produce an astringent that was used in medicine.
	* [[Comfrey]] - [[wikipedia:Comfrey\|Comfrey]] is a perennial herb of the family Boraginaceae with a black, turnip-like root and large, hairy broad leaves that bears small bell-shaped white, cream, light purple or pink flowers. It is native to Europe, growing in damp, grassy places, and is widespread throughout Ireland and Britain on river banks and ditches. One of the country names for comfrey was ~~‘knitbone’~~, a reminder of its traditional use in healing bone fractures. Modern science confirms that comfrey can influence the course of bone ailments. The herb contains allantoin, a cell proliferant that speeds up the natural replacement of body cells. Comfrey was used in an attempt to treat a wide variety of ailments ranging from bronchial problems, broken bones, sprains, arthritis, gastric and varicose ulcers, severe burns, acne and other skin conditions.		* [[Comfrey]] - [[wikipedia:Comfrey\|Comfrey]] is a perennial herb of the family Boraginaceae with a black, turnip-like root and large, hairy broad leaves that bears small bell-shaped white, cream, light purple or pink flowers. It is native to Europe, growing in damp, grassy places, and is widespread throughout Ireland and Britain on river banks and ditches. One of the country names for comfrey was ‘knitbone', a reminder of its traditional use in healing bone fractures. Modern science confirms that comfrey can influence the course of bone ailments. The herb contains allantoin, a cell proliferant that speeds up the natural replacement of body cells. Comfrey was used in an attempt to treat a wide variety of ailments ranging from bronchial problems, broken bones, sprains, arthritis, gastric and varicose ulcers, severe burns, acne and other skin conditions.
	* [[Damiana]] - [[wikipedia:Turnera diffusa\|Turnera diffusa]], known as damiana, is a shrub native to Central America, Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. Damiana is a relatively small shrub that produces small, aromatic flowers. It blossoms in early to late summer and is followed by fruits that taste similar to figs. The shrub is said to have an strong spice like odor somewhat like chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea and an incense which was used by native people of Central and South America for its relaxing effects. Spanish missionaries first recorded that the Mexican Indians drank Damiana tea mixed with sugar for use as an aphrodisiac.		* [[Damiana]] - [[wikipedia:Turnera diffusa\|Turnera diffusa]], known as damiana, is a shrub native to Central America, Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. Damiana is a relatively small shrub that produces small, aromatic flowers. It blossoms in early to late summer and is followed by fruits that taste similar to figs. The shrub is said to have an strong spice like odor somewhat like chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea and an incense which was used by native people of Central and South America for its relaxing effects. Spanish missionaries first recorded that the Mexican Indians drank Damiana tea mixed with sugar for use as an aphrodisiac.
	* [[Dragonsblood]] - [[wikipedia:Dracaena cinnabari\|Dracaena cinnabari]], the Socotra Dragon Tree or Dragon Blood Tree, is a Dragon Tree native to the Socotra archipelago. The trees can be harvested for their crimson red resin, called Dragon's blood which was highly prized in the ancient world and is still used today. Around the Mediterranean basin it was used as a dye and as a medicine, Socotrans use it ornamentally as well as dying wool, gluing pottery, a breath freshener and lipstick. Because of the belief that it is the blood of the dragon it is also used ritual magic and alchemy. The local inhabitants of the city in the Socotra Island use the Dragon's blood resin as a cure for all. They use it in general wound healing, as coagulant, curing diarrhea, for dysentery diseases, for lowering fevers. It is also taken for ulcers in the mouth, throat, intestines and stomach. Dragon's blood of Dracaena cinnabari was used as a source of varnish for 18th century Italian violin-makers.		* [[Dragonsblood]] - [[wikipedia:Dracaena cinnabari\|Dracaena cinnabari]], the Socotra Dragon Tree or Dragon Blood Tree, is a Dragon Tree native to the Socotra archipelago. The trees can be harvested for their crimson red resin, called Dragon's blood which was highly prized in the ancient world and is still used today. Around the Mediterranean basin it was used as a dye and as a medicine, Socotrans use it ornamentally as well as dying wool, gluing pottery, a breath freshener and lipstick. Because of the belief that it is the blood of the dragon it is also used ritual magic and alchemy. The local inhabitants of the city in the Socotra Island use the Dragon's blood resin as a cure for all. They use it in general wound healing, as coagulant, curing diarrhea, for dysentery diseases, for lowering fevers. It is also taken for ulcers in the mouth, throat, intestines and stomach. Dragon's blood of Dracaena cinnabari was used as a source of varnish for 18th century Italian violin-makers.

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	== Creatures ==		== Creatures ==
	* [[Auroch]] - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurochs aurochs] or urus (Bos taurus primigenius) was a very large type of cattle that was prevalent in Europe until its extinction in 1627. The animal's original scientific name, Bos primigenius, was meant as a Latin translation of the German term Auerochse or Urochs, which was (possibly incorrectly) interpreted as literally meaning "primeval ox" or "proto-ox". This scientific name is now considered invalid by ITIS, who classify aurochs under Bos taurus, the same species as domestic cattle. The size of the ancient aurochs was far larger than most modern cattle, approximately 2 metres (6.5 feet) at the shoulder, and weighing 1,000 kilograms (2,200 lbs). Aurochs are depicted in many Paleolithic European cave paintings such as those found at Lascaux and Livernon in France. Early carvings of the aurochs have also been found. The impressive and dangerous aurochs survived into the Iron Age in Anatolia and the Near East, and was worshipped throughout that area as a sacred animal.		* [[Auroch]] - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurochs aurochs] or urus (Bos taurus primigenius) was a very large type of cattle that was prevalent in Europe until its extinction in 1627. The animal's original scientific name, Bos primigenius, was meant as a Latin translation of the German term Auerochse or Urochs, which was (possibly incorrectly) interpreted as literally meaning "primeval ox" or "proto-ox". This scientific name is now considered invalid by ITIS, who classify aurochs under Bos taurus, the same species as domestic cattle. The size of the ancient aurochs was far larger than most modern cattle, approximately 2 metres (6.5 feet) at the shoulder, and weighing 1,000 kilograms (2,200 lbs). Aurochs are depicted in many Paleolithic European cave paintings such as those found at Lascaux and Livernon in France. Early carvings of the aurochs have also been found. The impressive and dangerous aurochs survived into the Iron Age in Anatolia and the Near East, and was worshipped throughout that area as a sacred animal.

			* [[Banderling Hierophant]] - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hierophant hierophant] is a person who brings religious congregants into the presence of that which is deemed holy. The word comes from Ancient Greece, where it was constructed from the combination of ta hiera, "the holy," and phainein, "to show." In Attica it was the title of the chief priest at the Eleusinian Mysteries. A hierophant is an interpreter of sacred mysteries and arcane principles.

	* [[Behemoth of Tenkarrdun]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behemoth Behemoth] is a biblical creature mentioned in the Book of Job, 40:15-24. The word is most likely a plural form of bəhēmāh, meaning beast or large animal. It may be an example of pluralis excellentiae, a Hebrew method of expressing greatness by pluralizing a noun; it thus indicates that Behemoth is the largest and most powerful animal ever to exist. Metaphorically, the name has come to be used for any extremely large or powerful entity.		* [[Behemoth of Tenkarrdun]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behemoth Behemoth] is a biblical creature mentioned in the Book of Job, 40:15-24. The word is most likely a plural form of bəhēmāh, meaning beast or large animal. It may be an example of pluralis excellentiae, a Hebrew method of expressing greatness by pluralizing a noun; it thus indicates that Behemoth is the largest and most powerful animal ever to exist. Metaphorically, the name has come to be used for any extremely large or powerful entity.

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	* '''Ono''' - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ono_(weapon) Ono] (斧, Ono?) is the Japanese word for an "axe" or a "hatchet", and as such it is used to describe various tools of the similar basic structure. As with axes in other cultures, ono are sometimes employed as weapons. Generally four feet long with a heavy, over-sized steel blade.		* '''Ono''' - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ono_(weapon) Ono] (斧, Ono?) is the Japanese word for an "axe" or a "hatchet", and as such it is used to describe various tools of the similar basic structure. As with axes in other cultures, ono are sometimes employed as weapons. Generally four feet long with a heavy, over-sized steel blade.

			* '''Spada''' - The [[wikipedia:spatha\|spatha]] was a type of straight sword with a long point and was used in gladiator fights and in war. The spatha of literature appears in the Roman Empire in the 1st century as a weapon of presumed Germanic auxiliaries and went on from there to become a standard heavy infantry weapon, relegating the gladius to use as a light infantry weapon. The spatha apparently replaced the gladius in the front ranks, giving the infantry more reach when thrusting.

	* '''Yari''' - The Japanese term for spear, or more specifically, the straight-headed spear. The martial art of wielding the yari is called [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sojutsu sōjutsu].		* '''Yari''' - The Japanese term for spear, or more specifically, the straight-headed spear. The martial art of wielding the yari is called [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sojutsu sōjutsu].

	* [[Yoroi Armor\|Yoroi]] - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O-yoroi Ō-Yoroi] is a prominent example of Japanese armor. The term ō-yoroi means "great armor." For the most part the Ō-Yoroi was a rich man's armor and not used by lower ranking samurai.		* [[Yoroi Armor\|Yoroi]] - The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O-yoroi Ō-Yoroi] is a prominent example of Japanese armor. The term ō-yoroi means "great armor." For the most part the Ō-Yoroi was a rich man's armor and not used by lower ranking samurai.


	== Creatures ==		== Creatures ==

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	* [[Zefir]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anemoi#West_wind_.28Zephyrus.29 Zephyrus], or just Zephyr, is the Greek god of the west wind. The gentlest of the winds, Zephyrus is known as the fructifying wind, the messenger of spring. It was thought that Zephyrus lived in a cave in Thrace.		* [[Zefir]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anemoi#West_wind_.28Zephyrus.29 Zephyrus], or just Zephyr, is the Greek god of the west wind. The gentlest of the winds, Zephyrus is known as the fructifying wind, the messenger of spring. It was thought that Zephyrus lived in a cave in Thrace.

			== Spell Components ==
			* [[Amaranth]] - Although several species of [[wikipedia:Amaranth\|Amaranth]] are considered weeds, people around the world value amaranths as leaf vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals. Amaranth and quinoa are called pseudograins because of their flavor and cooking similarities to grains. These are dicot plant seeds, and both contain exceptionally complete protein for plant sources. Besides protein, amaranth grain provides a good source of dietary fiber and dietary minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and especially manganese. The flowers of the 'Hopi Red Dye' amaranth were used by the Hopi Amerindians as the source of a deep red dye. There is also a synthetic dye that has been named "amaranth" for its similarity in color to the natural amaranth pigments known as betalains. This synthetic dye is also known as Red No. 2 in North America and E123 in the European Union. In ancient Greece, the amaranth (also called chrysanthemum and helichrysum) was sacred to Ephesian Artemis. It was supposed to have special healing properties, and as a symbol of immortality was used to decorate images of the gods and tombs.
			* [[Bistort]] - [[wikipedia:Persicaria bistorta\|Persicaria bistorta]] is a herbaceous flowering plant found throughout Europe. The Latin name "bistorta" refers to the twisted appearance of the root. The plant was used to make a bitter pudding in Lent from a combination of the plant's leaves, oatmeal, egg and other herbs. It is the principal ingredient of dock pudding. The root of Bistort can be used to produce an astringent that was used in medicine.
			* [[Comfrey]] - [[wikipedia:Comfrey\|Comfrey]] is a perennial herb of the family Boraginaceae with a black, turnip-like root and large, hairy broad leaves that bears small bell-shaped white, cream, light purple or pink flowers. It is native to Europe, growing in damp, grassy places, and is widespread throughout Ireland and Britain on river banks and ditches. One of the country names for comfrey was ‘knitbone’, a reminder of its traditional use in healing bone fractures. Modern science confirms that comfrey can influence the course of bone ailments. The herb contains allantoin, a cell proliferant that speeds up the natural replacement of body cells. Comfrey was used in an attempt to treat a wide variety of ailments ranging from bronchial problems, broken bones, sprains, arthritis, gastric and varicose ulcers, severe burns, acne and other skin conditions.
			* [[Damiana]] - [[wikipedia:Turnera diffusa\|Turnera diffusa]], known as damiana, is a shrub native to Central America, Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. Damiana is a relatively small shrub that produces small, aromatic flowers. It blossoms in early to late summer and is followed by fruits that taste similar to figs. The shrub is said to have an strong spice like odor somewhat like chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea and an incense which was used by native people of Central and South America for its relaxing effects. Spanish missionaries first recorded that the Mexican Indians drank Damiana tea mixed with sugar for use as an aphrodisiac.
			* [[Dragonsblood]] - [[wikipedia:Dracaena cinnabari\|Dracaena cinnabari]], the Socotra Dragon Tree or Dragon Blood Tree, is a Dragon Tree native to the Socotra archipelago. The trees can be harvested for their crimson red resin, called Dragon's blood which was highly prized in the ancient world and is still used today. Around the Mediterranean basin it was used as a dye and as a medicine, Socotrans use it ornamentally as well as dying wool, gluing pottery, a breath freshener and lipstick. Because of the belief that it is the blood of the dragon it is also used ritual magic and alchemy. The local inhabitants of the city in the Socotra Island use the Dragon's blood resin as a cure for all. They use it in general wound healing, as coagulant, curing diarrhea, for dysentery diseases, for lowering fevers. It is also taken for ulcers in the mouth, throat, intestines and stomach. Dragon's blood of Dracaena cinnabari was used as a source of varnish for 18th century Italian violin-makers.
			* [[Eyebright]] - [[wikipedia:Euphrasia\|Euphrasia]] (Eyebright) is a genus of about 450 species of herbaceous flowering plants with a cosmopolitan distribution. They are semi-parasitic on grasses. The common name refers to the plant's use in treating eye infections.
			* [[Frankincense]] - [[wikipedia:Frankincense\|Frankincense]] is tapped from the scraggly but hardy Boswellia tree by slashing the bark and allowing the exuded resins to bleed out and harden. These hardened resins are called tears. There are numerous species and varieties of frankincense trees, each producing a slightly different type of resin. Differences in soil and climate create even more diversity of the resin, even within the same species. Frankincense trees are also considered unusual for their ability to grow in environments so unforgiving that they sometimes grow directly out of solid rock. The means of initial attachment to the stone is not known but is accomplished by a bulbous disk-like swelling of the trunk. This disk-like growth at the base of the tree prevents it from being torn away from the rock during the violent storms that frequent the region they grow in. This feature is slight or absent in trees grown in rocky soil or gravel.
			* [[Ginseng]] - [[wikipedia:Ginseng\|Ginseng]] roots are taken orally as adaptogens, aphrodisiacs, nourishing stimulants, and sexual dysfunction in men. The root is most often available in dried form, either whole or sliced. Ginseng leaf, although not as highly prized, is sometimes also used; as with the root it is most often available in dried form. The English word ginseng derives from the Chinese term meaning "man root" (referring to the root's characteristic forked shape, resembling the legs of a man).
			* [[Hawthorn]] - [[wikipedia:Crataegus monogyna\|Crataegus monogyna]], known as Common Hawthorn, is a species of hawthorn native to Europe, northwest Africa and western Asia. The fruit of hawthorn, called haws, are edible, but are commonly made into jellies, jams, and syrups, used to make wine, or to add flavor to brandy, rather than eaten fresh.

	== Ranks and Titles ==		== Ranks and Titles ==

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	== Miscellaneous ==		== Miscellaneous ==
			* [[Aetheria]] - Although [[wikipedia:Aether theories\|hypotheses of the aether]] vary somewhat in detail they all have certain characteristics in common. Essentially aether is considered to be a physical medium occupying every point in space, including within material bodies. A second essential feature is that aether's properties give rise to the electric and magnetic phenomena and determines the propagation velocity of their effects. Therefore the speed of light and all other propagating effects are determined by the physical properties of the aether at the relevant location, analogous to the way that gaseous, liquid and solid media affect the propagation of sound waves. The aether is considered the over-all reference frame for the universe and thus velocities are all absolute relative to its rest frame.

	* [[Alembic]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alembic alembic] is an alchemical still consisting of two retorts connected by a tube. Technically, the alembic is only the upper part (the capital or still-head), while the lower part is the cucurbit, but the word was often used to refer to the entire distillation apparatus. The word "alembic" has taken on a metaphorical meaning - anything that refines or transmutes, as if by distillation - as in "the alembic of creative thought."		* [[Alembic]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alembic alembic] is an alchemical still consisting of two retorts connected by a tube. Technically, the alembic is only the upper part (the capital or still-head), while the lower part is the cucurbit, but the word was often used to refer to the entire distillation apparatus. The word "alembic" has taken on a metaphorical meaning - anything that refines or transmutes, as if by distillation - as in "the alembic of creative thought."

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Creatures

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	* [[Ursuin]] - Bears (family Ursidae) are mammals in the order Carnivora. Common characteristics of modern bears include a large body with stocky legs, a long snout, shaggy hair, plantigrade paws with five nonretractile claws, and a short tail.		* [[Ursuin]] - Bears (family Ursidae) are mammals in the order Carnivora. Common characteristics of modern bears include a large body with stocky legs, a long snout, shaggy hair, plantigrade paws with five nonretractile claws, and a short tail.

			* [[Zefir]] - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anemoi#West_wind_.28Zephyrus.29 Zephyrus], or just Zephyr, is the Greek god of the west wind. The gentlest of the winds, Zephyrus is known as the fructifying wind, the messenger of spring. It was thought that Zephyrus lived in a cave in Thrace.

	== Ranks and Titles ==		== Ranks and Titles ==

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	* [[Oubliette Portal Gem]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oubliette oubliette] (from the French oubliettes) was a form of dungeon which was accessible only from a hatch in a high ceiling. To exit an oubliette was nearly impossible without outside help. The word comes from the same root as the French oublier, "to forget," as it was used for those prisoners the captors wished to forget. Most prisoners were left to die of starvation. Another form of oubliette was a shelf in a long steeply sloping tunnel leading down to the moat or to the sea. Once cast down the tunnel, a victim would either slowly starve or cast themselves further down to drown.		* [[Oubliette Portal Gem]] - An [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oubliette oubliette] (from the French oubliettes) was a form of dungeon which was accessible only from a hatch in a high ceiling. To exit an oubliette was nearly impossible without outside help. The word comes from the same root as the French oublier, "to forget," as it was used for those prisoners the captors wished to forget. Most prisoners were left to die of starvation. Another form of oubliette was a shelf in a long steeply sloping tunnel leading down to the moat or to the sea. Once cast down the tunnel, a victim would either slowly starve or cast themselves further down to drown.

	* '''Theodolite''', [[Sins of the Fathers#Teaser - Link\|Sins of the Fathers Teaser]], [[Breaking the Crystal Core]] - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodolite Theodolite] is an instrument for measuring both horizontal and vertical angles, as used in triangulation networks. It is a key tool in surveying and engineering work, particularly on inaccessible grounds, but theodolites have been adapted for other specialized purposes in fields like meteorology and rocket launch technology. A modern theodolite consists of a movable telescope mounted within two perpendicular axes, the horizontal or trunnion axis, and the vertical axis. When the telescope is pointed at a desired object, the angle of each of these axes can be measured with great precision, typically on the scale of arcseconds.		* '''Theodolite''', [[Sins of the Fathers#Teaser - Link\|Sins of the Fathers Teaser]], [[The Breaking of the Crystal Core]] - A [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodolite Theodolite] is an instrument for measuring both horizontal and vertical angles, as used in triangulation networks. It is a key tool in surveying and engineering work, particularly on inaccessible grounds, but theodolites have been adapted for other specialized purposes in fields like meteorology and rocket launch technology. A modern theodolite consists of a movable telescope mounted within two perpendicular axes, the horizontal or trunnion axis, and the vertical axis. When the telescope is pointed at a desired object, the angle of each of these axes can be measured with great precision, typically on the scale of arcseconds.

	* [[Tuatara Plains]] - The tuatara is a reptile endemic to New Zealand which, though it resembles most lizards, is actually part of a distinct lineage. The two species of tuatara are the only surviving members of its order, which flourished around 200 million years ago. Their dentition, in which two rows of teeth in the upper jaw overlap one row on the lower jaw, is unique among living species. They are further unusual in having a pronounced [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parietal_eye parietal eye], dubbed the "third eye", whose current function is a subject of ongoing research. The name "tuatara" derives from the Māori language, and means "peaks on the back".		* [[Tuatara Plains]] - The tuatara is a reptile endemic to New Zealand which, though it resembles most lizards, is actually part of a distinct lineage. The two species of tuatara are the only surviving members of its order, which flourished around 200 million years ago. Their dentition, in which two rows of teeth in the upper jaw overlap one row on the lower jaw, is unique among living species. They are further unusual in having a pronounced [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parietal_eye parietal eye], dubbed the "third eye", whose current function is a subject of ongoing research. The name "tuatara" derives from the Māori language, and means "peaks on the back".

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 * '''Shayk/Shayka''' - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sheikh Sheikh], also rendered as Sheik, Shaykh, Shaikh, Cheikh, and other variants (Arabic: شيخ‎, shaykh; pl. شيوخ‎ shuyūkh), is a word or honorific term in the Arabic language that literally means "elder". It is commonly used to designate an elder of a tribe, a revered wise man, or an Islamic scholar.
 * '''Sayyid/Sayyida''' - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sayyid Sayyid] (Arabic: سيد‎) (plural sādah) is an honorific title that is given to males accepted as descendants of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. The word literally means "master" ; the closest English equivalent would be "sir" or "lord".
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	* [[Amaranth]] - Although several species of [[wikipedia:Amaranth\|Amaranth]] are considered weeds, people around the world value amaranths as leaf vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals. Amaranth and quinoa are called pseudograins because of their flavor and cooking similarities to grains. These are dicot plant seeds, and both contain exceptionally complete protein for plant sources. Besides protein, amaranth grain provides a good source of dietary fiber and dietary minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and especially manganese. The flowers of the 'Hopi Red Dye' amaranth were used by the Hopi Amerindians as the source of a deep red dye. There is also a synthetic dye that has been named "amaranth" for its similarity in color to the natural amaranth pigments known as betalains. This synthetic dye is also known as Red No. 2 in North America and E123 in the European Union. In ancient Greece, the amaranth (also called chrysanthemum and helichrysum) was sacred to Ephesian Artemis. It was supposed to have special healing properties, and as a symbol of immortality was used to decorate images of the gods and tombs.		* [[Amaranth]] - Although several species of [[wikipedia:Amaranth\|Amaranth]] are considered weeds, people around the world value amaranths as leaf vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals. Amaranth and quinoa are called pseudograins because of their flavor and cooking similarities to grains. These are dicot plant seeds, and both contain exceptionally complete protein for plant sources. Besides protein, amaranth grain provides a good source of dietary fiber and dietary minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and especially manganese. The flowers of the 'Hopi Red Dye' amaranth were used by the Hopi Amerindians as the source of a deep red dye. There is also a synthetic dye that has been named "amaranth" for its similarity in color to the natural amaranth pigments known as betalains. This synthetic dye is also known as Red No. 2 in North America and E123 in the European Union. In ancient Greece, the amaranth (also called chrysanthemum and helichrysum) was sacred to Ephesian Artemis. It was supposed to have special healing properties, and as a symbol of immortality was used to decorate images of the gods and tombs.
	* [[Bistort]] - [[wikipedia:Persicaria bistorta\|Persicaria bistorta]] is a herbaceous flowering plant found throughout Europe. The Latin name "bistorta" refers to the twisted appearance of the root. The plant was used to make a bitter pudding in Lent from a combination of the plant's leaves, oatmeal, egg and other herbs. It is the principal ingredient of dock pudding. The root of Bistort can be used to produce an astringent that was used in medicine.		* [[Bistort]] - [[wikipedia:Persicaria bistorta\|Persicaria bistorta]] is a herbaceous flowering plant found throughout Europe. The Latin name "bistorta" refers to the twisted appearance of the root. The plant was used to make a bitter pudding in Lent from a combination of the plant's leaves, oatmeal, egg and other herbs. It is the principal ingredient of dock pudding. The root of Bistort can be used to produce an astringent that was used in medicine.
	* [[Comfrey]] - [[wikipedia:Comfrey\|Comfrey]] is a perennial herb of the family Boraginaceae with a black, turnip-like root and large, hairy broad leaves that bears small bell-shaped white, cream, light purple or pink flowers. It is native to Europe, growing in damp, grassy places, and is widespread throughout Ireland and Britain on river banks and ditches. One of the country names for comfrey was ~~‘knitbone’~~, a reminder of its traditional use in healing bone fractures. Modern science confirms that comfrey can influence the course of bone ailments. The herb contains allantoin, a cell proliferant that speeds up the natural replacement of body cells. Comfrey was used in an attempt to treat a wide variety of ailments ranging from bronchial problems, broken bones, sprains, arthritis, gastric and varicose ulcers, severe burns, acne and other skin conditions.		* [[Comfrey]] - [[wikipedia:Comfrey\|Comfrey]] is a perennial herb of the family Boraginaceae with a black, turnip-like root and large, hairy broad leaves that bears small bell-shaped white, cream, light purple or pink flowers. It is native to Europe, growing in damp, grassy places, and is widespread throughout Ireland and Britain on river banks and ditches. One of the country names for comfrey was ‘knitbone', a reminder of its traditional use in healing bone fractures. Modern science confirms that comfrey can influence the course of bone ailments. The herb contains allantoin, a cell proliferant that speeds up the natural replacement of body cells. Comfrey was used in an attempt to treat a wide variety of ailments ranging from bronchial problems, broken bones, sprains, arthritis, gastric and varicose ulcers, severe burns, acne and other skin conditions.
	* [[Damiana]] - [[wikipedia:Turnera diffusa\|Turnera diffusa]], known as damiana, is a shrub native to Central America, Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. Damiana is a relatively small shrub that produces small, aromatic flowers. It blossoms in early to late summer and is followed by fruits that taste similar to figs. The shrub is said to have an strong spice like odor somewhat like chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea and an incense which was used by native people of Central and South America for its relaxing effects. Spanish missionaries first recorded that the Mexican Indians drank Damiana tea mixed with sugar for use as an aphrodisiac.		* [[Damiana]] - [[wikipedia:Turnera diffusa\|Turnera diffusa]], known as damiana, is a shrub native to Central America, Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. Damiana is a relatively small shrub that produces small, aromatic flowers. It blossoms in early to late summer and is followed by fruits that taste similar to figs. The shrub is said to have an strong spice like odor somewhat like chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea and an incense which was used by native people of Central and South America for its relaxing effects. Spanish missionaries first recorded that the Mexican Indians drank Damiana tea mixed with sugar for use as an aphrodisiac.
	* [[Dragonsblood]] - [[wikipedia:Dracaena cinnabari\|Dracaena cinnabari]], the Socotra Dragon Tree or Dragon Blood Tree, is a Dragon Tree native to the Socotra archipelago. The trees can be harvested for their crimson red resin, called Dragon's blood which was highly prized in the ancient world and is still used today. Around the Mediterranean basin it was used as a dye and as a medicine, Socotrans use it ornamentally as well as dying wool, gluing pottery, a breath freshener and lipstick. Because of the belief that it is the blood of the dragon it is also used ritual magic and alchemy. The local inhabitants of the city in the Socotra Island use the Dragon's blood resin as a cure for all. They use it in general wound healing, as coagulant, curing diarrhea, for dysentery diseases, for lowering fevers. It is also taken for ulcers in the mouth, throat, intestines and stomach. Dragon's blood of Dracaena cinnabari was used as a source of varnish for 18th century Italian violin-makers.		* [[Dragonsblood]] - [[wikipedia:Dracaena cinnabari\|Dracaena cinnabari]], the Socotra Dragon Tree or Dragon Blood Tree, is a Dragon Tree native to the Socotra archipelago. The trees can be harvested for their crimson red resin, called Dragon's blood which was highly prized in the ancient world and is still used today. Around the Mediterranean basin it was used as a dye and as a medicine, Socotrans use it ornamentally as well as dying wool, gluing pottery, a breath freshener and lipstick. Because of the belief that it is the blood of the dragon it is also used ritual magic and alchemy. The local inhabitants of the city in the Socotra Island use the Dragon's blood resin as a cure for all. They use it in general wound healing, as coagulant, curing diarrhea, for dysentery diseases, for lowering fevers. It is also taken for ulcers in the mouth, throat, intestines and stomach. Dragon's blood of Dracaena cinnabari was used as a source of varnish for 18th century Italian violin-makers.