Poliko
Introduction and Core Principles
Polola is a radically minimalist, engineering, and philosophical language (engilang). Polola completely breaks away from the traditional categories of Indo-European, Uralic, and other natural languages: it features no traditional nouns, verbs, or personal names.
The language operates by breaking reality down into ontological categories and dynamic states, which are tied together by either a proximal or a distal demonstrative core.
Core Elements (Morphemes)
Polola constructs every single concept in the universe using combinations of just a few foundational characters.
The Demonstrative Cores (Deictic Anchors)
The language distinguishes two types of focus relative to the speaker:
- s: Proximal demonstrative. Meaning: "This thing here", "The present/visible entity".
- l: Distal or abstract demonstrative. Meaning: "That thing there", "The distant/hidden entity", "The entity we are thinking about".
Forms of Existence (Ontological Classifiers)
The character immediately following the demonstrative core determines the material or abstract nature of existence:
- d: Object / Inanimate physical matter.
- f: Living being / Biological existence.
- r: Energy / Radiation / Physical process.
- g: Abstract thing / Thought / Conceptual entity.
Dynamics and Change (State Modifiers)
The character at the end of the word expresses the current dynamic state of the entity:
- g: Motion / Change / Active process (moving).
- h: State / Stasis / Rest (stationary).
The Grammatical Matrix
Word formation follows a strict mathematical logic: Demonstrative Core (s / l) + Form of Existence + Dynamics.
| Form of Existence | Proximal Motion (-g) | Proximal Stasis (-h) | Distal Motion (-g) | Distal Stasis (-h) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Object (-d-) | sdg | sdh | ldg | ldh |
| Living Being (-f-) | sfg | sfh | lfg | lfh |
| Energy (-r-) | srg | srh | lrg | lrh |
| Abstract (-g-) | sgg | sgh | lgg | lgh |
Boolean Algebra and Mathematical Extension
Polola integrates Boolean algebra, numeric constants, and mathematical operators directly into its syntax to chain complex logical relations.
Logical and Arithmetic Operators
| Operator | Logical / Mathematical Function | Meaning in Polola Context |
|---|---|---|
| * | AND (Conjunction) | Coexistence or intersection of traits/entities. |
| + | OR (Disjunction) | Union of sets or alternative entities. |
| - | NOT / Subtraction | Negation or strict exclusion from the context. |
| () | Parentheses | Defines operation precedence and grouping. |
| ) ( | XOR (Exclusive OR) | Absolute alternative (either one or the other, not both). |
| / | Division / Relation | Dependency, proportion, or location within an entity. |
| % | Modulo / Remainder | Subset, fractional component, or remainder of an entity. |
| 0 | False / Null State | Void, non-existence, or false logical value. |
| 1 | True / Identity State | Presence, existence, or true logical value. |
Numeric Quantifiers
Numbers are appended directly to any 3-character morpheme to define exact quantities (e.g., sfg3 represents three distinct proximal moving living beings).
Automated Parse Examples
- Complex Syntax: (sfg * lrg) / ldh → Polola syntax: (sfg * lrg) / ldh
Interpretation: present/near concept (sfg), distant/hidden concept (lrg), distant/hidden concept (ldh)
Structure: Complex logical/associative relation detected. - Quantifier Logic: sfg3 + sdh - lgg → Polola syntax: sfg3 + sdh - lgg
Interpretation: present/near concept (sfg) [quantifier: 3x], present/near concept (sdh), distant/hidden concept (lgg)
Structure: Complex logical/associative relation detected.
Association and Guessing Function
Because words starting with the letter l refer to things that are not present (hidden or distant), Polola is inherently suited for conceptual association games and riddles.
Associative Riddle Example: If someone says: lfg + lrh
- Meaning: "That distant living being which is moving (lfg) AND/OR that distant energy which is at rest (lrh)."
- Dynamic System Translation: Polola syntax: lfg + lrh
Interpretation: distant/hidden concept (lfg), distant/hidden concept (lrh)
Structure: Complex logical/associative relation detected. - The audience must guess the context based on the clue (e.g., a bear sleeping in a distant cave, or a far-off storm cloud hiding static electricity).
Guessing Example:
- ldh – "A distant, stationary object." This could be a buried treasure, a table in another room, or an abandoned house on a mountain. The speaker can chain additional codes to narrow down the association.