I wanted to submit a few of the clanmew names that I enjoy and thought were really fun!! I took some liberties considering come translations either don't exist or aren't applicable to my ocs.
(Context: My Clans are stationed in Utah, and the specific clan featured in these names is in a desert/cliff esque landscape. Their Clan, JuniperClan, is named after the Utah Juniper, which looks significantly different from a normal juniper.)
Starting with one of my favorite ocs first; Skipperleap - Skepbyiao! I was super happy his prefix had a translation, especially since it's for the "Large Skipper" variety, as it's a little funny, considering Skipperleap is a larger than average cat. I decided on -yiao as the suffix (-spring, straight upward leap) because it sorta fits his personality as well? He is a good natured cat, with a positive attitude, and brings a "spring" to someones step.
Coottail - Ubobufr - A bit harder, but settled with Ubo because of his dark brown-black fur color. I also just really liked the sound of it. Originally I was going to go with -swash, as his name is pretty simple in general, but -bufr seemed more fun considering its a tail feather from a bird, which would connect to the fact his name is Coot-. Again, it just sounds neat :]!
Beechfang - Chokki - Since Beech- isn't in the lexicon, I decided upon "Chok-", or Trunk. It symbolizes Beechfang in the sense that he is solid and strong, a good cat to rely on in stressful situations. He doesn't faulter from conflict, and is reliable. -ki, meaning canine fangs, was another easy choice, since Beechfang is known for his prowess in hunting (and ocassionally fighting). Plus. Chokki just sounds EXTREMELY cute. One of my favorite names by far.
Another Favorite oc of mine, Orchidthroat - Palifuhpi. Since Orchid isn't really used, I settled on Palifuh (Purple) since Orchidthroat has a blue-gray coat, and in lighting it comes across as purple. Orchidthroat is a magnificent speaker, usually bringing conflict to an end and being direct with what he means. -pi was chosen because "Used to indicate someone saw or heard and reported directly" sounds pretty accurate to how Orchidthroat does things.
Finally, Thymeclaw - Hhasskachkubo. Thymeclaw is an elder, and a very respected one at that, as she used to be one of the Clan's most skilled fighters. Hhass was chosen primarily because it means sneaky, and I was trying to reference "creeping thyme", as it's the only thyme I can see native to the UK? There is a varient of Red creeping thyme that can be found in North America, but I'm not too sure on if it'd be present in the region I'm basing this in. -kachkubo specifically being used was to reference Thymeclaw's fierce power, in how she'd strike her enemies physically and emotionally during combat.
It's funny, you're on a totally different continent but all of these names could be 100% region-compliant, from Coots to Orchids! You just happened to perfectly hit a bunch of things I haven't yet translated LMAO how did you do that
BUT ANYWAY! Feel free to make your own translations for Utah species, or modify the words I'm about to give you! Great job btw!
Coot (Fulica atra) = Nio
Black, red-eyed waterbirds similar to moorhens which look like ducks when swimming. Known for being devoted parents.
Beech (Fagus sylvatica) = Choo
Trunk + Smooth. Known for its very smooth bark, absolutely perfect for carving glyphs on. Not so much a "satisfying" tree to get a scratch on, though! They also produce nuts that squirrels like to eat.
These are actually planted purposefully in this area. At the Lake, only ThunderClan has access to them. RiverClan used to have a small orchard of them near the twolegplace, which was where Beechfur got his name from.
Bee Orchid (Ophrys apifera) = Fefsue
There's actually a ton of orchids in this part of England, but I picked my favorite. It's the self-pollinating bee orchid, which mimics a species of solitary bee that may have gone extinct.
You probably know of it from the famous xkcd comic about it, but I WILL give you a little bit of hope! The bee orchid has a ton of morphs and in the warmer parts of its range, DOES actually have bees that still pollinate it. What's weirder is that this far north, they don't seem to have one? So... Bee Orchid, how did you Get here? Is YOUR bee gone? What happened to YOUR bee...
I am ALSO taken aback by the fact that thyme apparently doesn't grow here. Weird. But anyway I got your back; here's two roundabout translations for OTHER, non-Thyme plants that are common in the modeled region, but reference thyme.
Thyme-leaved Speedwell (Veronica serpyllifolia) = Kukon
A delicate little flower beloved by pollinators, and can grow in thick mats across the land. Deceptively quick and hardy, it can become a weed if unmanaged, and hides seeds in the pelt of any cat that comes by it so it can spread further. Very fitting for your girl, I think!
Dotted Thyme-Moss (Rhizomnium punctatum) = Mwarfum
Blooming + Moss. Has distinct little egg-shaped leaves and rising tendrils. Considered pretty, but not a particularly useful type of moss. For anyone seeking a more "herbal" vibe for thyme.
Had a dream where I watched that show. You know the one. Don't remember it very well but I remember the main character was a shirtless guy with spikey hair. He flirted with Ziggity and Ziggity said "I've been yiaoed" and then ordered the protagonist's death
anon come back i have no idea what the fuck you’re talking about.
Starting from the upper, Gyarados & Diao Qiao Yiao. Father Gyarados is the head of the Zi Fou Clan. He is two time Olympian in the martial arts heavy weight division. Gold medals out the cutlass, now a days; he holds down a prosperous dojo that teaches a multitude of twenty plus styles. The main ones being Fu Jow Pai & Ziu Ba Xian Quan. These two will be newcomers to the tournament.
Zyn Wang & Kid Black, father & son. Rival international dojos of the Zi Fou Clan, Zyn Wang & Kid Black represent the Goju He Clan. A prosperous dojo that has history with the Olympics as well; but Zyn Wang could never gold medal over Gyarados. Dojo still the bomb though, trains & disciplines in over twenty styles. Main ones being Open Palm Dragon Prayer & Ninjitsu. These two will be newcomers to the tournament.
Jiesu & LuRish represent the Shine Temple, it's located in a Thai Colony based on Planet Ongree. This colony holds an entire nation's worth of jungle & mountain terrain. Jiesu is the current Grand Master of the Shine Temple. Occasionally he will sneak off to put in work at the Deadly Arts Tournament, no one else associated with the temple has entered the tournament for more than thirty years; besides him. He will spill the beans once it becomes popular.
Solid U, Gastelum, Wettser, Knock Knire, Hallgun & Lil Pain are all mixed martial artist associated with King Glory Fighters. The most acclaimed martial arts league of Planet Earth, international with it. These six are the most highest ranked of the league; light, middle & heavy weight divisions. Two from each. The kicker is, all six of them are mermen.
Kai Inzi & Hawkridge are two heroes with a league called Colors. Usually referred to as Colors & Em, each member boast the irregular attributes of colorful hair & eyes; across the spectrum of all colors. Kai Inzi will be one of their latest recruits, he is directly being trained by Hawkridge. Their relationship will develop from colleagues to lust to love; somehow over the eight seasons of this story.
Larimynth & Sunnisojin are fairies, legendary fairies who have discovered immortality & spend their livelihood looking after all of the enchanted objects of existence. Filing system is bananies honestly & would have you a part of their fandom too. Legends precede them all the time to where they have to be powerful enough to protect themselves. If they happen to be carrying a key item of super importance; they'll need to be able to protect themselves from any kind of threat. Besting them once is all they will allow…
Jiana Veronica & Kelsie Millions are two porn models that will be new comers to the tournament. Both are of the super natural kind, just like everyone else; but they have kept their identities a secret their entire lives. For the purpose of becoming more powerful, they will figure out the location of the tournament eventually & surprise the fuck out of the masses. Again…
Lastly… Nyvra & Pepper I are world class models across catalogue, high fashion, runway & spokes divisions. They are best friends of the same pedigree; but two different worlds. It was a fateful meeting when they were put together for a specific photoshoot. Been inseparable ever since, the exposing of Deadly Arts will bring their friendship closer. Will also take the danger levels up too.
I'm a little confused as to how Harestar's clanmew warrior name conveys him being cautious and looking before he leaps, is there some connotation to the future tense besides just being a future tense that is not in English that I'm missing?
@halogenwarrior
Yeah! In names especially, the specific tense of the word used can convey a very different meaning. A good namer will consider the 'image' that a name conveys.
Something in past tense implies something that happened in the past, but may not be the case anymore. Something in the present tense is something happening currently, ongoing. Something in the future invokes the idea of the thing JUST about to happen.
So for falling, Fallen/Falling/Will Fall = Fewl/Few/Fe. Birchfall is Pyachfewl, "Silver Birch Fallen." Changing the tense of the last part of his name invokes a different image which can extend metaphorically. Think of a short scene, and the tense is selecting the point in the scene the 'picture' is taken.
Pyachfewl/Silver Birch Fallen = A silver birch tree is laying on the ground. It fell down.
Pyachfew/Silver Birch Falling = A silver birch tree is falling to the ground. It's falling currently.
Pyachfe/Silver Birch Will Fall = A silver birch is in a precarious position, maybe unhealthy, maybe it's being cut by a human, maybe it's in the process of tipping over, but in any case it will fall but has not yet.
So Harespring's warrior name, Yywayayiaoya (Yywaya + Yiaoya), Brown Hare Will Jump Upwards, is meant to bring to mind the image of a hare that's winding up to jump. It hasn't jumped yet-- but it will.
If this was "Yywayayiao," then the hare is LEAPING UP right now. It is mid-jump. The hare has jumped.
(For those following the lexicon-- you may know that Yiao is a rare single-stem verb! In these case of these, they are modified with -ya for future tense, and -yrr for past)
1. Stargirl
2. Krystala
3. Robotrix
4. Andro Mask, from 好き! すき!! 魔女先生 (aka Suki! Suki!! Majo Sensei)
5. Night Hawk, from นางเหยี่ยวรัตติกาล (aka Stang Pikheat or Yiao Rattikan)
6. Mega Myra, from Mega Mindy
7. Black Scorpion
8. Poitrine, from 美少女仮面ポワトリン (aka Bishōjo Kamen Powatorin)
9. Black Rose
10. Dreamer, from Supergirl
11. Devi, from Maharakshak Devi
12. The Bionic Woman
13. Super Ma'am
14. Cat Claw
15. Mighty Liling
16. Batgirl, from Batman
17. Midnight Angel, from Wu ye tian shi
18. Lightning Bolt, from ไต้ฝุ่นสุดซ่า สายฟ้าจอมกวน (aka The Typhoon, the Lightning Bolt)
19. Yuugen Jikkou Sisters, from 有言実行三姉妹シュシュトリアン
20. Varga
21. Supergirl
22. Lady Black Cat, from 女賊黑野貓 (aka The Wild Black Cat)
23. Princess Ruby, from Panji Manusia Millenium
24. Tiara, from GMA Telesine Specials
25. Wonder Girl, from Wonder Woman
26. Janet Bin, from 飛女正傳 (aka Fly With Me)
27. Bijli, from Ssshhhh...Koi Hai
28. Super Twins
29. Wildcat, from Stargirl
30. Masked Belle Florence, from 美少女戦麗舞(セレブ)パンシャーヌ~奥様はスーパーヒロイン! (aka Socialite Belle Panchanne: The Wife Is a Superheroine!)
31. Cybergirl
32. Killer Frost, from The Flash
33. Captain Barbie, from Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko
34. Mysterious Nile Girl Thutmose, from 不思議少女ナイルなトトメス (aka Fushigi Shōjo Nairu na Totomesu)
35. Queen Maeve, from The Boys
36. Red Heroine, from 红侠 (aka Hong Xia)
37. Saras, from Saras 008
38. Gadis Bionik
39. The Greatest American Heroine
40. Incredible Mama, from 我阿媽係黑玫瑰
41. Darna
42. Supermak
43. Isis, from The Secrets of Isis
44. Alpha Omega Girl, from Komiks
45. Serpent Girl, from एक अनोखी रक्षक नागकन्या (aka Naagkanya Ek Anokhi - Rakshak)
46. Starlight, from The Boys
47. Wonder G, from สาวน้อยมหัศจรรย์ (Wonder G)
48. Supergirl Manohara
49. Anonymous Fighter, from ยย์อดมนุษดาบเทวดา (aka Yot Manut Dap Thewada)
50. Wonder Woman, from The New Original Wonder Woman
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