Do you dream of commanding dragons with the fiery words of Daenerys Targaryen? Or perhaps deciphering ancient prophecies etched in stone? Then you've come to the right place! This is your introductory guide to High Valyrian, the sophisticated and (mostly) dead language of old Valyria.
High Valyrian isn't just guttural dragon commands; it's a fully constructed language with a rich grammar and vocabulary. While popularized by *Game of Thrones* and *House of the Dragon*, learning it can be surprisingly rewarding.
**Getting Started:**
* **Resources:** The best resource is David J. Peterson's work. He's the linguist behind the language! Look for his lessons and vocabulary lists online.
* **Pronunciation:** Focus on learning the sounds. While some are familiar, others, like the rolled 'r', will require practice.
* **Grammar:** High Valyrian is highly inflected, meaning word endings change based on their function. This is key to understanding sentence structure.
Learning High Valyrian takes dedication, but with enough effort, you too can speak the language of dragons! *Zaldrīzes buzdari iksan!* (A dragon is not a slave!)
