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Performed by trained [[race association is::S'Kra Mur]], this style of dancing is often defined as ritualistic. It is deeply ingrained into the race's culture. <br /> |
Performed by trained [[race association is::S'Kra Mur]], this style of dancing is often defined as ritualistic. It is deeply ingrained into the race's culture. <br /> |
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It is not uncommon for sons or daughters of the greater houses in Muspar'I to be trained in sarhhtha, even if they do not become dancers.<br> |
It is not uncommon for sons or daughters of the [[S'Kra_Mur_Houses|greater houses]] in [[Muspar'I]] to be trained in sarhhtha, even if they do not become dancers.<br> |
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Revision as of 11:49, 17 April 2012
Performed by trained S'Kra Mur, this style of dancing is often defined as ritualistic. It is deeply ingrained into the race's culture.
It is not uncommon for sons or daughters of the greater houses in Muspar'I to be trained in sarhhtha, even if they do not become dancers.
Gamant'hhshhtha
- The First House of Dance.
Little is known about where the House is; however, it is custom for the Dancers of this House to entertain at important social events such as weddings.
Dancer's Attire
Similar in style to Middle Eastern dancing, Sarhhtha features scarves, sashes, short-style gamantangs and sometimes veils.
- Short gamantangs with heavier decor than normal
- Long sashes for male dancers
- Long scarves for female dancers
- Dancing veils may be utilized
- Veil movements
- Sold by Rathan Trader's Guild Shop and other locations
Dancer's Props
- Slim sabres or scimitars
- Blade dancing is often a focus of male dancers but may also be performed by female dancers. This style of dancing is seen as an extension of being a master warrior and generally in the arsenal of any classically trained S'Kra Mur Bard.
- No specifically verbed dancing swords are sold by anyone.
- Zills
- These finger cymbals are often used to give an extra tempo to a dance in progress, or to accentuate certain movements
- Sold by the Peddler in Riverhaven
Note: Must be below 20th Circle to purchase zills from the peddler.
Dance Movements
Sarhhtha is stylized by dramatic and sharp movements that are paired with poise, grace, and precision with an aesthetic flow.
Examples of commonly used movements:
- Twirling, spinning, and circle patterns often used with scarves and sashes.
- Sinuous and arcing circular body movements.
- Sharp, sudden gestures with the body that utilize lower body strength, and often give the illusion of being performed with great ease.
- Staccato stomping or clapping that create aesthetically pleasing waves across the flowing fabric of the short gamantangs used.