Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Psychology

Competition

Play or dynamic element featuring contest between participants within a negotiated frame.

Definition

Competition describes play or dynamic elements featuring contest between participants within a negotiated frame. Within primal contexts it may take the form of wrestling, chase, staredowns or ranked challenges. As with all primal play, competitive elements rest on prior negotiation and shared understanding of stopping cues.

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