What does Moi Soverenyi mean?

sovereign, the title used for the Darkling (direct address: moi soverenyi) "suweren", "suwerenny" (Polish) tsar. ruler, king (direct address: moi tsar)
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What do the Grisha call the darkling?

The Darkling, under the name Leonid, was one of the first Grisha to offer his services to the King Yevgeni Lantsov, helping him to defeat Shu Han in a tough battle.
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What does Moi Tsar mean?

In Ravkan, it's the formal way of addressing General Kirigan, the leader of the Second Army. Another similar phrase you'll likely hear is "moi tsar" or "moi tsaritsa," which are the terms that Grisha and non-Grisha alike use when they're addressing the two monarchs who rule Ravka.
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Is Grisha a real word?

Grischa (alternatively spelled Grisha or Gricha) is a short form for the name Gregory or Grigorij, and sometimes for the name Georgi as well, used in Russia and some other Slavic countries, including Ukraine and Bulgaria. The "sha" ending is a typical short form in the Russian language for names.
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What language do they speak in six of crows?

Kerch is the language of the small island nation of Kerch located in the True Sea in the Grishaverse world of Leigh Bardugo's books Shadow and Bone and Six of Crows. The Kerch language appears in the Netflix series Shadow and Bone released on April, 23 2021. Its written form has been designed by David J. Peterson.
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Difference Between МОЙ МОЯ МОЁ МОИ in Russian Language



Why are they called Grisha?

Grisha were historically considered witches. The name "Grisha" is a diminutive of the name Grigori and is derived from the original Sankt Grigori, who trained the first Corporalki in Ravka.
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Why are Grisha hated?

The Fjerdans despise and distrust Grisha, viewing their abilities as unnatural and therefore evil. Their drüskelle warriors frequently kidnap Grisha and put them to trial, only to kill them in the end. Understandably, the Grisha therefore hate and fear Fjerdans.
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How old is Kaz Brekker?

Kaz Brekker, also known as Dirtyhands, is a 17-year-old master thief with a reputation for doing anything for the right price. He has a personal vendetta against Pekka Rollins, who swindled Kaz and his older brother Jordie out of all their money when they first arrived in Ketterdam.
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What do the Grisha colors mean?

Red – Corporalki. Purple – Materialki. White, with gold cuffs – White and gold are for servants in the Grand Palace; Grisha working as servants, most notably Genya Safin during her time as the Queen's Tailor who wore a white and gold kefta.
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What does sankta Alina mean?

Sankta Alina of the Fold

Sankta is the title the Apparat gave to the Sun Summoner Alina Starkov. After Alina went into hiding, it was said that she had been killed and when she was captured by the Darkling/went out of hiding, everyone who believed Alina was gifted with divine powers believed she had come back to life.
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What does Volcra mean?

The volcra were one of the many creatures living in the Shadow Fold that feasted on human flesh and tended to move in small flocks.
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Is Shadow and Bone based on Russia?

Shadow and Bone, the new Netflix series based on novels by Leigh Bardugo and inspired in part by 19th-century Russia, is airing now. Shadow and Bone's Kingdom of Ravka was built entirely in Bardugo's imagination, but that doesn't mean it wasn't inspired by moments in a non-fictional world.
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Why does Genya wear red?

When Alina is captured by the Darkling, she is taken care of by Genya who is still wearing the red kefta, a symbol of her betrayal.
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Why are Nikolais hands black?

As punishment for Nikolai stealing Alina from under his nose in the previous book, the Darkling infects him with merzost, the same forbidden power that he has been using to create his nichevo'ya. It warps Nikolai, transforming him into a winged monster with fangs, talons, and skin filled with veins of darkness.
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What did Genya whisper to the king?

Alina: "What did you whisper? To the King." Genya: "Na razrushy'ya. E'ya razrushost." I am not ruined.
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Why is Kaz Brekker called dirty hands?

Kaz is cold-hearted, ruthless, and well-known for being willing to do any job, no matter the danger or violence involved, so as long as it will make him a good deal of money. This trait and his various egregious actions have earned him the nickname "Dirtyhands", a reputation he draws upon to intimidate his opponents.
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Why does Kaz use a cane?

While making his getaway, Kaz jumped from a rooftop and came down hard on his leg, breaking it instantly. Because the leg wasn't set properly, the injury never fully healed, and Kaz had a crow's head cane crafted by a Fabrikator to help him walk.
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How old do Grisha live?

It feeds us instead of consuming us. Most Grisha live long lives." "But not one hundred and twenty years." "No," he admitted.
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What does part Shu mean in Shadow and Bone?

Part of the reason is the Shu. The country of Shu Han is to the south of Ravka and is modeled on China and Mongolia. Its people are called the Shu and are known for their golden eyes and black hair, and for living in a country with perpetual summer.
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Do all Grisha live forever?

In season 1's episode five, he's somewhat frustrated about Luda's mortality. After all, Grisha can still die and it seems he and his mother, Baghra, are the only ones who have survived for as long as they have. What's more, Baghra tells Alina the Darkling is eternal, which suggests he could go on living forever.
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Is Botkin SHU?

Characters like Mal (Archie Renaux), for example, is implied to be of a similar heritage to Alina. And Botkin (played by Hon Ping Tang and only seen in one episode) is a Shu combat instructor at the Little Palace.
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What does Shoe mean in Shadow and Bone?

A Shu is a person from the nation of Shu Han, one of the countries in Shadow and Bone's world.
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