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This Dictionary article mainly defines terms that are not covered in other Lore sections. For help finding other words, a more comprehensive listing is available at All Terms.

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[edit] Ra Gada [ ra gad-da ]

- noun

1. Old form referring to the Yokudan people. The Ra Gada became phonetically the Redguards.

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[edit] Ranger [ reyn-jer ]

- noun

1. A Ranger can be classed as a warrior of the woods given their knowledge of combat and nature. They are unparalleled in forest combat and traveling, and are often exceptionally adept at archery. Being warriors, a Ranger must be strong and hardy to survive.

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[edit] Reachmagic [ reech-mahj-ic ]

- noun

1. A form of magic practiced by the Reachmen of the Western Reach bordering Skyrim and High Rock. Reachmagic is strongly influenced by the magic of the Orcs who share the Reach with the Reachmen. The magic is still widely studied although banned by the Mages Guild who fear it as dangerous and wild.

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[edit] Reachmen [ reech-mehn ]

- noun

1. Reachmen are a mongrel breed composed of nearly every race on Tamriel who live in the Western Reach bordering Skyrim and High Rock. Although the Elven Overlords were killed when the Reach was 'freed', Aldmeri blood is still strong in the Reachmen and share many Elven traits. They also learned customs and magic from the Orcs who share the mountains of the Reach. The Reachmagic is still widely studied although banned by the Mages Guild who fear it as dangerous and wild. Reachmen are often referred to as the Witchmen of High Rock.

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[edit] Redguard [ rehd-gard ]

1. Name of the race of those from the province of Hammerfell. Redguards are among the most skilled and elite warriors of Tamriel with their quickness and high constitution. They are typical above average in height and build with dark skin and features.
2. Name of the 1st chapter in the Elder Scrolls: Adventures series. See also Redguard.

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[edit] Redoran [ rehd-ur-an ]

1. One of the five Great Clans of Morrowind, Redoran guards the western portions of Morrowind and are widely known as the best warriors in the province.

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[edit] Reman Dynasty [ ree-mahn dahy-nuh-stee (or din-uh-stee) ]

- noun

1. The royal family that came to power under Reman Cyrodiil. Includes the Emperors Reman II and Reman III, as well as Brazollus Dor and others whose names were lost to history. The Dynasty spanned the final years of the First Era. The Akaviri Potentates ruled the Second Empire during the Common Era until its breakup.

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[edit] Restoration [ reh-sto-ray-shion ]

- noun

1. This magic skill can heal, restore, and fortify the body's attributes and abilities, cure disease and protect it from other malign influences. Restoration spells can also augment or absorb strength, endurance, intelligence, agility and other bodily attributes. The skill is governed by the user's willpower. (MW Manual)

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[edit] Riglametha [ rihg-lam-eth-ah ]

- noun

1. A local holiday celebrated on the twelfth of Hearth Fire every year by the people of the Hammerfell township and barony of Lainlyn. Riglametha in the Banthan dialect of the ancient Redguard tongue means "grateful-offering" and is a festival of the graces the gods have granted the people of Lainlyn over the centuries. Tradition dictates the performance of a number of plays about the great moments from Lainlyn's past, and one of the most popular is Ghraewaj.

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[edit] The Ritual [ the rich-oo-uhl ]

- noun

1. One of the 13 major constellation birth signs, it is a charge of the Mage. Those born under the Ritual can heal themselves and turn the undead.

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[edit] Rogue [ rohg ]

- noun

1. Unlike most of the thiefly classes, a Rogue is much more suited to combat and is often called as fighter-thief. Strength for the combat, and speed for the thief are the essential attributes.

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[edit] RPG [ arr pee gee ]

- abbrevation

1. Abbreviation for "role-playing game", a genre of games (especially video games) in which the player takes on the role of the main character.

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