GAMES MICROSOFT XBOX AZURIK-RISE OF PARTHIA, Manual

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DEA DEA DEA DEA DEATH TH TH TH TH — Represents the end of life,
destruction, and decay. It does not mean
“evil.” In its most benevolent aspect, it means
reclamation. In its most dreaded aspect, it
represents the void. Colors associated with
this symbol are purple, gray, and black.
LIFE LIFE
LIFE LIFE
LIFE — Represents light and living plants and
animals. Contrary to the beliefs of the
uneducated it does not mean “good.” In its
highest aspect this symbol translates as
“perfection,” and in its lowest form it means
unchecked growth. Colors associated with this
symbol are white and silver.
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Combine W
ater and Earth
to make the acid glyph.
Fire and W
ater are
steam.
The symbols of F
ire and
Air combined
become lightning.
Translation of Elemental Symbols
In the language of the Ancients, these symbols convey
meaning both literal and abstract. Combinations of these
symbols compose new symbols much the way blue, red, and
yellow can be mixed to produce the secondary colors purple,
orange, and green.
But Be Warned! — The ancient language and its grammar
have never been fully decoded. Haphazard assumptions will
produce translation errors.
FIRE FIRE
FIRE FIRE
FIRE — In the ancient language,
represented motion and energy.
In its highest form it represents
the stars, while its lowest aspect
translates as “chaos.” Colors
associated with this symbol are red, orange,
yellow, and black.
WA WA
WA WA
WATER TER
TER TER
TER — Rivers, lakes, streams, and ocean.
A more abstract translation is “change.” This
symbol’s noblest meaning is purification,
while its lowest aspect represents stagnation.
It is rarely associated with the death symbol in the form of a
whirlpool. Colors associated with this symbol are blue, green,
and gray.
AIR AIR
AIR AIR
AIR — Represents the sky, and more
abstractly translates as “that which cannot be
seen.” The highest form of the symbol
means clarity, while its lowest aspect
means violence. Colors associated with
this symbol are blue, yellow, and white.
EARTH EARTH EARTH EARTH EARTH — Literally, represents stone and metal. A
more subtle translation means “strength and
defense.” The most benign aspect of this symbol
means stability, and at its lowest incarnation it
translates as “crushing doom.” Typical coloration of
this symbol is brown, red, or dull green.
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