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William Murdoch: /* Notable Dishes */ Adds Thamo

2026-08-11T23:30:43Z

Notable Dishes: Adds Thamo

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	*'''Avah:''' used to only mean "sweets" or "sweet thing," now singularly refers to a particular dessert. The batter is grilled and made into soft, spherical shapes, and then covered with fruit jams, sugar, or sweet cream cheese. These treats are often sold at festivals and celebrations, and foreigners compare them to pancakes.		*'''Avah:''' used to only mean "sweets" or "sweet thing," now singularly refers to a particular dessert. The batter is grilled and made into soft, spherical shapes, and then covered with fruit jams, sugar, or sweet cream cheese. These treats are often sold at festivals and celebrations, and foreigners compare them to pancakes.

			*'''Thamo:''' a pastry made of thick breading that envelopes a filling. Typically made with fatshouter cheese or local meat alongside salted Messa's Tears. It is a large dish eaten with utensils, unlike the Hadiist derivation known as the [[People%27s_Republic_of_Adhomai#Notable_Dishes\|rikazu]] that originated in central Ras'nrr villages. The original name of Tha'la Lekhshoma, roughly translating to meat breadbake, used to only apply to the meat variant, the older of the 2 dishes. However, overtime the name came to be associated with both. The translation to breadbake was popular among xeno communities until the Siik contraction of Thamo spread, eventually overtaking breadbake as the populat name for the dish.

	====Notable Beverages====		====Notable Beverages====

William Murdoch: /* Slang/Terminology */

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Slang/Terminology

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	Tajara, like every species, has a wide variety of slang terms in both Tajaran languages and Tau Ceti Basic. While no list can be truly comprehensive, as slang is ever changing, certain phrases and terms have become widespread enough to be known by nearly all Tajara.		Tajara, like every species, has a wide variety of slang terms in both Tajaran languages and Tau Ceti Basic. While no list can be truly comprehensive, as slang is ever changing, certain phrases and terms have become widespread enough to be known by nearly all Tajara.
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	Siik'maas uses suffixes to define many aspects of the language~~, or to create the words that make~~. Slang is no different and can be modified in much the same way as any other Siik'maas word.		Siik'maas uses suffixes to define many aspects of the language. Slang is no different and can be modified in much the same way as any other Siik'maas word. Some examples include:

	Adjective: -iye (I.E. T'ishkiye - Robotic)		Adjective: -iye (I.E. T'ishkiye - Robotic)

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William Murdoch: /* Military */

2026-08-02T21:38:01Z

Military

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	''For more information, see [[Tajaran Military Structures]]''		''For more information, see [[Tajaran Military Structures]]''

	~~The military hardware of the Tajaran nation is somewhere close~~ to ~~what humankind used in~~ the ~~1900s, though~~ the ~~transition to energy weapons has already been made~~. ~~Clumsy overheating handguns and rifles that slowly fire long bolts of concentrated energy~~ are ~~used by high-ranking soldiers or special operatives~~, ~~but their durability is dubious in comparison~~ to the ~~mass-produced~~, ~~single-shot or bolt action rifles that~~ the ~~majority~~ of ~~Tajaran soldiers use~~. ~~In recent years the People~~'s ~~Republic has largely replaced bolt action rifles with fully automatic Tsarrayut’yan rifles~~, ~~however~~, ~~these suffer accuracy issues at longer ranges~~. ~~Bayonets are heavily relied upon in close-quarters combat rather than Tajaran model submachine guns~~, ~~which are expensive in the eyes~~ of the ~~People's Republic~~ and ~~jam easily in~~ the ~~harsh terrain of Adhomai~~.		Warfare and militaries on Adhomai are catered to the environment demands of the snowy planet. Logistics are a prized necessity, with entire wars being won through denying the opposing side consistent access to heat and food. Since the First Revolution, guerilla warfare and mobility doctrines have defined Tajaran warfighting. With the end of the Second Revolution, previous doctrines were shattered. New realities have forced each nation's military into its own place, developing separately not for the war fought previously, but the war it anticipates. As a result, Adhomian military technologies have received some of the largest research and development. It remains to be seen how these advances will play out, or how each nation has prepared itself under the new geopolitical reality.

	~~Heavy infantry weapons like heavy machine guns used to come~~ in the ~~form~~ of ~~heavy~~, ~~hand-cranked gatling emplacements with a heavy emphasis~~ on ~~frontal gun shielding~~. ~~These HMG emplacements~~ are ~~extremely deadly~~ in ~~comparison to the slow~~-~~firing~~ rifles of ~~foot soldiers~~ and ~~are usually countered by Tajaran artillery or laser weaponry~~. ~~Most squads~~ of ~~Tajara now carry a mixture~~ of ~~top~~-~~loading magazine~~-~~fed light machine guns~~ or ~~quicker~~-~~firing belt-fed LMGs~~.		The military hardware of Adhomai is a blend of proven, if dated, technologies and advanced experimental concepts. The bulk of Tajaran soldiers across the 3 nations are armed with new semi-automatic rifles, or automatic rifles in the case of the People's Republic's Tsarrayut’yan rifle. These weapons, however, are based on reliable systems tested in the chaos of the Second Revolution. Weathered against the cold, and prepared for years of abuse, Adhomian rifles are among the sturdiest and most reliable in mass-production. Energy-based rifles are uncommon. Concerns of lasers reflecting off the snow, revealing one's positions, and the scarcity of reliable energy sources have pushed the new technology to the side. The People's Republic's Icelance rifle has beat the odds even if it is reserved for the elites of the Republican Guard. Partisans see use of the enduring Harrzhak bolt-action rifle. Special forces find their own in lever-action rifles, Hotaki sniper rifles, or other specialized weapons. Close-in engagements still make frequent use of bayonets and swords. Shotguns and submachine guns are, ironically, reserved for shock troops. Regardless of situation, Adhomai has a rifle that suits one's needs. They are cheap and reliable, albeit at times dated but no less effective.

	Tajaran artillery is where the cunning of ~~the People's Republic~~ engineering shines~~, and many~~ mountain ranges of Adhomai have been lined with massive artillery guns. These weapons fire devastating artillery rounds capable of leveling small camps with a single shot, let alone a barrage. Artillery vehicles and mortar teams are almost always deployed in tandem with Tajaran infantry in order to shell enemy entrenchments and positions, and many Tajaran tacticians utilize artillery as their main killing force. ~~These weapons are~~ the ~~pride of~~ the People's Republic, and ~~their nightmare if lost~~ to ~~enemy hands~~.		Tajaran artillery is where the cunning of Tajaran engineering shines. Many mountain ranges of Adhomai have been lined with massive artillery guns. These weapons fire devastating artillery rounds capable of leveling small camps with a single shot, let alone a barrage. Artillery vehicles and mortar teams are almost always deployed in tandem with Tajaran infantry in order to shell enemy entrenchments and positions, and many Tajaran tacticians utilize artillery as their main killing force. Even as venerable howitzers and emplacements see use decades, sometimes nearly a century, of use, Tajara continue to expand their artillery repertoire. Massive self-propelled guns within the ALA ride alongside their fearsome tanks while the People's Republic develops exosuits carrying large artillery cannons. The New Kingdom has found use in large railway cannons, among the largest to be produced on Adhomai, alongside the mass of naval vessels capable of fire support.

			==== Notable Weapons ====
			'''Harrzhak Bolt-Action Rifle:''' A venerable design hailing from the mid-Steeple Peace era. It is a cheap bolt-action rifle designed the minimize exposure of the action to the outside elements. Despite the simplicity of the design, it is capable of great accuracy.

			'''Adhokorr Sword:''' A sword pattern originating from, and associated heavily with, Amohda. It is a straight single-edged blade that extends roughly 1.5 meters in length. The grip is typically made from local wood and bound in fabric or leather. It is intended for use with two-hands but is capable of single-handed use.

			'''Sahikorr Blade:''' A curved sword designed during the Warring Kings era. It features a long and thin blade of varying lengths. It is without a guard, with most modern variants making use of a metal-reinforced grip. All manner of Sahikorr blades exist, from ceremonial officer swords to cheap and mass-produced partisan blades.

	=== Education ===		=== Education ===

SeniorScore: /* Overview */

2026-07-09T02:33:47Z

Overview

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	The Tajara (direct plural: Tajara – Tah-jaw-rah both singular and multiple) (adjective: Tajaran - Tah-jaw-ran) are a race of humanoids that possess markedly felinoid traits that include a semi-prehensile tail, a body covered in fur of varying shades, and padded, digitigrade feet. Tajaran history and society is deeply entrenched in the conflict between its caste system and ruling governments. The species currently finds itself involved in a cold war between the three powers that control its homeworld, Adhomai.		The Tajara (direct plural: Tajara – Tah-jaw-rah both singular and multiple) (adjective: Tajaran - Tah-jaw-ran) are a race of humanoids that possess markedly felinoid traits that include a semi-prehensile tail, a body covered in fur of varying shades, and padded, digitigrade feet. Tajaran history and society is deeply entrenched in the conflict between its caste system and ruling governments. The species currently finds itself involved in a cold war between the three powers that control its homeworld, Adhomai.

	To play as Tajara, apply [~~http~~://aurorastation.org/~~forums~~/~~viewforum.php?f=28~~ here].		To play as Tajara, apply [https://forums.aurorastation.org/forum/13-whitelist-applications/ here].

	==Heads of Staff==		==Heads of Staff==

William Murdoch: /* Slang/Terminology */

2026-07-08T23:25:50Z

Slang/Terminology

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	\| T'Kalta \|\| Royalist, Poor \|\| Forming from a joke regarding the relatively high rates of poverty within the New Kingdom, T'Kalta, translating to "without money", grew in popularity across the People's Republic and Democratic People's Republic.		\| T'Kalta \|\| Royalist, Poor \|\| Forming from a joke regarding the relatively high rates of poverty within the New Kingdom, T'Kalta, translating to "without money", grew in popularity across the People's Republic and Democratic People's Republic.
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	\| Njaqrii \|\| Noble Dynasty \|\| Translating into "noble family collective", the Njaqrii is what amounts to a dynasty~~. However, unlike human families that, in some cultures, may be declared regardless of status, Tajaran Njaqrii are purely noble matters~~. One must be a Njarir to be within a Njaqrii. These dynasties can be expansive, covering sometimes hundreds of Tajara. The distinction between dynasties is primarily determined by recognition from other Njaqrii. Given progress nations on Adhomai abhor the nobility, Njaqarii remains a matter only relevant to the [[New Kingdom of Adhomai]] and history.		\| Njaqrii \|\| Noble Dynasty \|\| Translating into "noble family collective", the Njaqrii is what amounts to a dynasty. One must be a Njarir to be within a Njaqrii. These dynasties can be expansive, covering sometimes hundreds of Tajara. The distinction between dynasties is primarily determined by recognition from other Njaqrii. Given progress nations on Adhomai abhor the nobility, Njaqarii remains a matter only relevant to the [[New Kingdom of Adhomai]] and history.
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	\| Njarii \|\| Noble House \|\| Where Njaqrii is the noble family, Njarii is the noble "house". Njarii act, in essence, like a business centered around the matters of the Njaqrii, or sections within the Njaqrii. The Njarii includes far more individuals, spanning from servants and workers to the nobility themselves. Establishing a Njarii is a legal matter within the [[New Kingdom of Adhomai]], however in the [[People's Republic of Adhomai]] and [[Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai]], Njarii remain unrecognized or illegal.		\| Njarii \|\| Noble House \|\| Where Njaqrii is the noble family, Njarii is the noble "house". Njarii act, in essence, like a business centered around the matters of the Njaqrii, or sections within the Njaqrii. The Njarii includes far more individuals, spanning from servants and workers to the nobility themselves. Establishing a Njarii is a legal matter within the [[New Kingdom of Adhomai]], however in the [[People's Republic of Adhomai]] and [[Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai]], Njarii remain unrecognized or illegal.

William Murdoch: /* Slang */ Njarii and Njaqrii

2026-07-08T23:22:47Z

Slang: Njarii and Njaqrii

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	==== Slang ====		==== Slang/Terminology ====
	Tajara, like every species, has a wide variety of slang terms in both Tajaran languages and Tau Ceti Basic. While no list can be truly comprehensive, as slang is ever changing, certain phrases and terms have become widespread enough to be known by nearly all Tajara.		Tajara, like every species, has a wide variety of slang terms in both Tajaran languages and Tau Ceti Basic. While no list can be truly comprehensive, as slang is ever changing, certain phrases and terms have become widespread enough to be known by nearly all Tajara.
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	\| T'Kalta \|\| Royalist, Poor \|\| Forming from a joke regarding the relatively high rates of poverty within the New Kingdom, T'Kalta, translating to "without money", grew in popularity across the People's Republic and Democratic People's Republic.		\| T'Kalta \|\| Royalist, Poor \|\| Forming from a joke regarding the relatively high rates of poverty within the New Kingdom, T'Kalta, translating to "without money", grew in popularity across the People's Republic and Democratic People's Republic.
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			\| Njaqrii \|\| Noble Dynasty \|\| Translating into "noble family collective", the Njaqrii is what amounts to a dynasty. However, unlike human families that, in some cultures, may be declared regardless of status, Tajaran Njaqrii are purely noble matters. One must be a Njarir to be within a Njaqrii. These dynasties can be expansive, covering sometimes hundreds of Tajara. The distinction between dynasties is primarily determined by recognition from other Njaqrii. Given progress nations on Adhomai abhor the nobility, Njaqarii remains a matter only relevant to the [[New Kingdom of Adhomai]] and history.
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			\| Njarii \|\| Noble House \|\| Where Njaqrii is the noble family, Njarii is the noble "house". Njarii act, in essence, like a business centered around the matters of the Njaqrii, or sections within the Njaqrii. The Njarii includes far more individuals, spanning from servants and workers to the nobility themselves. Establishing a Njarii is a legal matter within the [[New Kingdom of Adhomai]], however in the [[People's Republic of Adhomai]] and [[Democratic People's Republic of Adhomai]], Njarii remain unrecognized or illegal.
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	\| T'Ruv \|\| Shameless, Al'mariist \|\| A rare Hadiist term that was applied to Al'mariists for the perceived shamelessness in illegal and underhanded tactics during the Second Revolution. The term has since grown and spread across Tajaran communities.		\| T'Ruv \|\| Shameless, Al'mariist \|\| A rare Hadiist term that was applied to Al'mariists for the perceived shamelessness in illegal and underhanded tactics during the Second Revolution. The term has since grown and spread across Tajaran communities.

William Murdoch: Biology rework and fur dye

2026-07-02T20:03:21Z

Biology rework and fur dye

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William Murdoch: /* Slang */

2026-06-11T00:07:17Z

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	\| Vakalnar \|\| Grifter \|\| Meaning "air salesman", equivalent to calling someone a snake oil salesman.		\| Vakalnar \|\| Grifter \|\| Meaning "air salesman", equivalent to calling someone a snake oil salesman.
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			\| Tyrhal \|\| Hell \|\| Tajaran religions have no singular lands that are considered the equivalent to hell among Human religions. However, ancient tales mentioned Tyrhal, or 'land of demons'. Tyrhal was saved from obscurity when Little Adhomian residents wanted a Tajaran version of the human term hell. The term spread as a compromise for those Tajara who wanted to adopt Human mannerisms while maintaining Tajaran culture.
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	\| Azukavo/Azuvo \|\| Love you \|\| Not inherently slang, the use of Azuvo has become desensitized in more progressive communities of Tajara. Rather than being an intimate expression not fit for use in public, it has seen less stigma in use, albeit still associated with loved ones and close friends.		\| Azukavo/Azuvo \|\| Love you \|\| Not inherently slang, the use of Azuvo has become desensitized in more progressive communities of Tajara. Rather than being an intimate expression not fit for use in public, it has seen less stigma in use, albeit still associated with loved ones and close friends.
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			\| Ketvo (Ane)! \|\| Onwards, Let's Go, To Victory \|\| Translated literally as "March to victory!", Ketvo Ane was established as a phrase within People's Republic military leadership. Being the standard phrase to initiate movement or actions, it became widespread during the Second Revolution, even among the other nations as turncoats brought the phrase along with them. Post-war, the phrase spread rapidly.
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	\| Blinder \|\| Overwhelming, Too Much \|\| Descended from the concept of S’rendarr’s light being the embodiment of energy and life. Having too much of S’rendarr’s light may blind someone, therefore for something to be a Blinder it exudes too much energy, S’rendarr’s light.		\| Blinder \|\| Overwhelming, Too Much \|\| Descended from the concept of S’rendarr’s light being the embodiment of energy and life. Having too much of S’rendarr’s light may blind someone, therefore for something to be a Blinder it exudes too much energy, S’rendarr’s light.

William Murdoch: /* Slang */

2026-06-11T00:04:07Z

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	\| T'zivr/Tivr \|\| Xeno, Human \|\| Beginning as a term for solely humans, T'zivr, or "furless", grew to incorporate all aliens as a whole. The term is not wholly considered derogatory, however is seen as less acceptable than xeno or alien.		\| T'zivr/Tivr \|\| Xeno, Human \|\| Beginning as a term for solely humans, T'zivr, or "furless", grew to incorporate all aliens as a whole. The term is not wholly considered derogatory, however is seen as less acceptable than xeno or alien.