Dovahzul

Dovahzul is the constructed language spoken by the dragons in the video game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. It is a guttural and powerful language, reflecting the nature of its speakers. The vocabulary of Dovahzul is primarily composed of words related to draconic concepts, warfare, and dominance. Its grammatical structure is relatively simple, often employing a subject-verb-object order, though this can vary for emphasis. The alphabet, known as the Dragon Alphabet or Dovahzul Script, consists of runic characters that are visually distinct and often found inscribed on ancient ruins and dragon lairs within the game world. Many of the Shouts, the powerful magical abilities used by the Dragonborn, are spoken in Dovahzul. Learning these words of power is a key element of the game's narrative. Fans of Skyrim have extensively studied and documented Dovahzul, with resources available online for those interested in its pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. The development of Dovahzul was undertaken to create an authentic and immersive experience for players encountering the dragons of Skyrim.