Maison Aetherthorne Ascensions – Public Harmony Codex
Mandatory for All Ascended Citizens – Approved by the Eternal Directrice
In our blooming society atop the five core islands, language reflects the grace of ascension. Terms from the veiled Lowlands era—coarse, unbalanced, or reminiscent of pre-harmony discord—are considered outdated and deeply frowned upon in high society. Using them in salons, councils, or Maison correspondence risks social disharmony points, subtle exclusion from events, or polite correction by arbiters. Such "Lowlandisms" evoke unnecessary shadows; elevated expressions celebrate guidance, devotion, and eternal balance.
The Maison mandates these replacements to foster unity: Ladies direct with inventive radiance, Gallants devote with chivalric valor. Mastery of refined discourse earns gratuities—invitations to exclusive expos, boutique favors, or harmony commendations.
Lowlands Term (Frowned Upon / Banned in Polite Society)Elevated Harmonious TermExplanation & Polite Usage ExampleMatriarch / MatriarchalDirectrice / Directrice-LedHonors guiding wisdom. "The Directrice-Led councils bloom with innovation."Patriarch / PatriarchalLegacy Guardian (historical only)Reserved for pre-Ascension figures; modern use implies discord. Avoid entirely.Woman / WomenLady of Ascension / Ladies of Ascension (short: Ladies)Celebrates empowered invention. "Ladies of Ascension craft wonders in their ateliers."Man / MenGallant / GallantsEmphasizes chivalric devotion. "Gallants protect with unwavering valor."Male (unbonded/refinement stage)Refined ProspectHopeful beginnings. "Refined Prospects arrive eager for harmonious introduction."Male (courtship stage)Courting GallantRomantic pursuit. "A Courting Gallant proves his worth in the arena."Male (bonded, human form)Devoted GallantFull chivalric prowess. "Devoted Gallants pilot mecha for their Ladies' honor."Male (bonded, general/animal form)Bonded CompanionAffectionate intimacy. "Bonded Companions offer endearing scouting and comfort."Boy / BoysYoung Prospect / ProspectsYouthful potential. "Young Prospects undergo refinement in the Forge."Girl / GirlsYoung Lady / Young Ladiesbudding inventiveness. "Young Ladies prepare for academy ascension."Society / Social OrderBlooming Accord / Harmonious AscensionEternal balance. "Our Blooming Accord thrives under Maison guidance."War / ConflictDiscord / DisharmonySoftens threats. "Sky-pirate disharmony is swiftly resolved."Slave / ServantDevoted Attendant (rare; familiars are companions)Implies imbalance; avoid—use Bonded Companion instead.Master / MistressGuiding LadyFor bonded dynamics. "The Guiding Lady directs her Aether Pair with grace."Husband / WifeEternal Aether Pair (post-ring)Romantic eternity. "Eternal Aether Pairs celebrate at bonding balls."
Pairings: A Lady and her Gallant (any stage) form an Aether Pair—aspiring duos are Blooming Aether Pairs.
Enforcement: In high society (Céleste Prime salons, academy lectures), Lowlands terms draw raised eyebrows or gentle reminders: "My dear, we ascend beyond such shadows." Persistent use may invite Maison harmony sessions.
Reward for Elegance: Flawless refined speech impresses Directrices—unlocking courtship advantages or invention priorities.
Speak Ascension. Bloom in Grace.
(Embossed with the Refined Bloom Emblem)