This page lists various words and phrases that are a part of the world of Tamriel. The words are listed alphabetically and contain a brief description along with possibly a picture or how to pronounce it. If you can't find the word you're looking for, it may be listed under a certain topic under the Main Page. Please feel free to send any comments and suggestions, just Contact Me.

Tamriel

The name which usually refers to the whole planet where the Elder Scrolls takes place. Can also specifically refer to the main and largest continent on the planet.

Tamrielic

The common tongue of most of the Empire, based upon the original High Elven language.

Tanto

A short, thrusting, blade, slightly longer than a Dagger, that is quick use and easy to conceal.

Telvani

Telvani, one of the five Great Houses of Morrowind, is the xenophobic clan of a generally xenophobic race, shunning all contact with non-Dunmeri. They tend their herds of giant insects in solitude amoung the rocky hills and islands in the northeast of the province. The Telvani bugmusk is a highly prized perfume as are their riding-insects.

Tibedetha

A more recently created holiday of High Rock, "Tibers Day," celebrated every 24th of Mid Year in honor of Alcaire's most famous, son, Tiber Septim.

Thalmor

The Altmeri government setup in Valenwood during the formation of the Aldmeri Dominion (circa 2E 830).

Thief

A thief is a versatile criminal capable of anything from stealing, breaking and entering, extortion and grander schemes. Thieves are generally required to be intelligence and quick if they wish to survive very long.

Thief, The

One of the 13 major constellation birthsigns. Those born under the Thief are more difficult to hit in combat.

Thrassian Plague

A plague occurring about 1000 years after the battle of Orsinium in 1E 980 which, along with the War of Righteousness, slayed over half the population of the Iliac Bay region.

Thu'um

See the Way of the Voice.

Tongues

See the Way of the Voice.

Tower, The

One of the 13 major constellation birthsigns. Those born under the Tower have the ability to unlock doors via magic as well as detect things at a distance.

Tree-Sap People

Another name for the Wood Elves.