Localization Glossary

Guide for Localization Glossary

Localization Glossary & Terminology

Policy Update (2026-01-22): The following terms are deemed "Fine" and ACCEPTED as core terminology. They may be used even when the "Authentic Names" toggle is set to English/Standard, as they define the unique identity of the game.

1. Approved Core Terms (Keep in all modes)

Skills & Systems

TermContext
TapasyaThe skill of meditation/prayer. distinct from generic "Prayer".
AyurvedaThe skill of healing/potions. Distinct from generic "Herblore".

Items & Resources

TermContext
SphatikaThe specific crystal resource.
BijaThe essence/seed currency (Runes).
Mala / Japa MalaPrayer beads equipment.
Yoga DandaMeditation staff.
SomaHigh-tier metal.
VajraHigh-tier metal.
DivyaGod-tier metal.
SwarnaMid-tier metal (Gold armor).
KasturiMusk resource.
RudrakshaSacred bead.
AmritaDivine nectar.
TulsiHoly basil.

Environment

TermContext
TirthaSacred altars.
AshramPlayer housing / Hubs.
KalpavrikshaSpirit Trees.
VimanaGliders.
River GangaThe specific river name (Proper Noun).

NPCs & Titles

TermContext
RishiSage/Master title.
AsuraDemon classification.
RakshasaMonster classification.
PishachaUndead classification.
YakshaSpirit classification.
VaidyaHealer title.

Magic & Elements (Prefixes)

  • Agni (Fire)
  • Jala (Water)
  • Vayu (Air)
  • Prithvi (Earth)
  • Chandra (Moon/Catalytic)
  • Rudra (Storm/Catalytic)

2. Localization Rules

  1. Strict Mode Exceptions: The terms above are EXEMPT from the "Strict Sanskrit Toggle" requirement. They are considered proper nouns or brand terms.
  2. Flavor Text: Generic dialogue should still respect the toggle (e.g. simplifying complex religious phrasing if heavily sanskritized), but these specific keywords remain.