The Cellars.

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.

Equipment

Strap

A broad, heavy leather band used as an impact implement.

Definition

A strap, in the impact-play sense, is a single heavy leather band used to deliver broad, thudding impact.

Discussion

The strap is closely associated with traditional disciplinary iconography and remains a widely used impact implement.

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