Raiyis – the ruler of a Takisian House.

Raiyis’tet – the rulership of a House.

ral – a milk-producing ruminant. Its coat produces a fine, soft wool suitable for weaving.

Rarrana – the women’s quarters, purdah.

re’ba’bi – a stringed instrument played with a bow.

Sham’al – the common speech of Takis. Sometimes called industry speak.

shujukis – a large flying mountain predator that has been trained to carry riders.

silamum – a cold effervescent fruit drink.

sinau soup – a bean soup with a sharp citrus flavor.

sinde – a powerful, shorttempered creature raised for its meat.

sithi beans – a highly flavored spice used in desserts.

spetza – a sparkling sweet wine.

stirpes – a member of the Tarhiji who has been adopted by a psi lord. Degree of relationship is roughly that of a cousin, and they are not permitted to breed with the Zal’hma at’ Irg.

Tarhtji – the mind-blind majority population of Takis.

Tiana – the smaller moon of Takis.

vacu – a foul and rather disgusting creature whose name is used as an epithet.

Vayet – the public language of House Vayawand.

vindi – cousin. A form of polite address not indicating a literal relationship.

wanei – a small house pet.

ysan – a hot, bitter beverage.

Zal’hma at’ Irg – the psi lords, the Most Bred of Takis.

zanjabiil – a badgerlike creature.