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=='''Summoning, Names and Tomes'''== Each Dufiro has true name. From the youngest of elemental to the most ancient of Masoja they all have a name of power by which they can be summoned, called, and bound. These names and the rituals to summon them are written into intrinsically non-magical tomes. Since the increase of power and prestige is based on experience the Dufiro desire to be summoned though the details are myriad. Most tomes include the ritual circle that will create a barrier to harm the summoner and protect the Dufiro from harm. The details in this are vast. ==='''Names'''=== *'''Personal Name:''' This is a name used conversationally and when used the individual does not know. *'''Conversational Name:''' This is the name used socially. Primarily it references a Dufiro's current race: Sylex of Rot, Tinsanax of Health, Cuso of Fire. However, in conversation a previous race might be mentioned if one wanted to speak to the expertise gained in that race and uses a rank shortening;Ava Sylex of Motion, Maso Tinsanax of Carnality, Ava Cuso of Blending. The shortenings are Ela, Spa, Ava, Maso, & Illum. **'''Referencing Rank:''' Conversationally rank is not mentioned except for a serious use, then its used in conjuntion to the race mentioned: Sylex of Rot, Tinsanax of Health, Cuso of Fire. *'''Calling Name:''' This is a relatively short name that will attract the attention of the dufiro across vast distances. It is like requesting a meeting. The Dufiro is not compelled to answer. It is considered rude amongst dufiro to use the calling name casually since once spoken the dufiro's attention is briefly taken. This leads to what non-dufiro races might consider a nervous tick, as the dufiro might pause briefly in a conversation when the name is spoken millions of shadows away. *'''Summoning Name:''' This is a main portion of a Dufiro's book. When spoken correctly it can summon the Dufiro into the presence of the speaker. Much care is taken by summoners to create circles of protect. *'''Binding Name:''' This name longer then the summoning name but is nearly always included in the tome. It is the Name that must be used to bind the dufiro to an item. If used after a bargain has been struck the reading of the name is simple. If the binding is unwilling the dufiro will fight it from its summoning circle and it often is a battle of wills, psyche, and powers, to bind the dufiro. ====Special Note on Names==== When a Non-Dufiro becomes 'Known' by the Dufirosm and enters into Bargaining with a Dufiro, a '''Bargaining Name''' is given to or chosen by this 'Non-Dufiro Bargainer'. The '''Bargaining Name''' is usually simple and somewhat descriptive of the person; describing either their physical appearance, their reputation or something notable about the person. *Examples: Silvermane, Icehand, Deathtouch, Rivenflame ===Tomes=== The Writing of Tomes is a vitally important cultural element of Dufiro society. If the crux of Dufiro Society is Advancement then the Tome is the sign a Dufiro wishes to advance. A Ritualist with the Tome may study it until they can intone the Name perfectly to Call or Summon the Dufiro. A Dufiro will have a Calling Tome, Summoning Tome and Binding Tome for each Race, though Summoning or Binding a Dufiro with a Tome for a lesser Race of its Path is dangerous. Think of a Calling Tome as their Business Card. Think of the Summoning Tome as a Resume. A Tome will include many things. It will include all 4 of their Names; Speaking, Calling, Summoning, Binding. It will include the Powers one might gain by Binding them. It will include their adventures. It includes their Unbound Powers. It may include their equipment. It may include food and drink preferences as well as other preferences of many different kinds as clues for what to offer them. A Full Tome includes the spoken name, Calling name, Summoning name, Willing Binding name and itual, unwilling binding name and ritual. As such, having a Dufiro's Full Tome gives one a great deal of potential control over them. ====[[Dufiro Tomes]]==== ===Reputation=== As can be seen the races of the Dufiro are potent creatures as allies, enemies, bound willingly or unwillingly. Their reputation is usually very important since it may lay heavily on their chances of being allowed a Race ritual. It reflects on their offspring and attracting mates. It may effect their admittance to various associations. Lastly, it tells how reliable and trustworthy they are. Threatening a Dufiro's reputation is a serious matter.
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