travelbook.culture.desc=The Shona people of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe are the builders of magnificent stone citadels and the founders of a far-reaching trading empire that thrives in its abundance of gold and cattle.


travelbook.villager.zchief.desc=As the head of the village, the chief rules over his subjects, showing his wealth and generosity to those that serve him by distributing grain as a symbol of his protection.
travelbook.villager.zrichwoman.desc=In times of war and while her husband is away, the village is administered by a noblewoman, who has charge of it after the manner of a chief.

travelbook.villager.zlonecattlefarmer.desc=This is the owner of a remote cattle farm where he lives a simple pastoral life.
travelbook.villager.zlonepeasantwife.desc=Wives accompany their partners when they decide to live outside of the village so that they won't feel lonely.
travelbook.villager.zlonewitch.desc=Taboo practitioners of the dark arts of witchcraft are often shunned from society and are therefore forced to live in isolated huts where they continue to curse those that have exiled them.
travelbook.villager.zlonewitchdoctor.desc=This traditional healer has distanced himself from the village in hopes that this will bring him closer to the spirits.
travelbook.villager.zlonewitchfemale.desc=Taboo practitioners of the dark arts of witchcraft are often shunned from society and are therefore forced to live in isolated huts where they continue to curse those that have exiled them.

travelbook.villager.merchant_farm.desc=After a bountiful harvest, a farmer from the countryside visits the marketplace to sell the fruits of his labor.
travelbook.villager.merchant_indian.desc=Indian merchants such as these have maintained their trade relations with the people of Zimbabwe since the old world.
travelbook.villager.merchant_oriental.desc=This muslim merchant brings exotic goods such as carpets and jewels from a far off land. 
travelbook.villager.merchant_swahili.desc="Let's bring stuff to the coast, and sell it, and become the Swahili on the Swahili Coast." — said the Swahili on the Swahili Coast.

travelbook.villager.zcook.desc=The cook has imbibed the knowledge of his ancestors' cuisine which was passed down from generations and he has since used this knowledge to prepare delicacies for his fellow villagers to enjoy. He has also made new recipes upon the introduction of maize in the new world.
travelbook.villager.zlumberman.desc=The local supply of lumber and firewood originates from these hard working wood cutters. They are also decent fighters as a result of their hardiness.
travelbook.villager.zminer.desc=Miners are seen hard at work in the quarry extracting stone and ore from the earth. The village has much to thank him for, from their impressive stone edifices to their iron tools and golden figurines.
travelbook.villager.zpainter.desc=Like her husband, the painter is an artisan. She specializes in painting colorful patterns on walls.
travelbook.villager.zpeasant.desc=The humble peasant is the foundation of Shona society. This man's job is to erect structures, gather clay, and farm cows.
travelbook.villager.zpeasantwife.desc=The humble peasant is the foundation of Shona society. This woman's job is to fetch goods, farm crops, and cook beef.
travelbook.villager.zshepherd.desc=The shepherd herds his sheep to acquire valuable products like wool and mutton.
travelbook.villager.zshepherdess.desc=The shepherdess herds her sheep to acquire valuable products like wool and mutton.
travelbook.villager.zspiritmedium.desc=Their name derives from "kusvika" meaning "to arrive at or reach a place". It is believed that spirit mediums can become possessed by spirits, allowing the ancestors to guide the living. As such, they act as a bridge between the spirit world and the human world, receiving visions and performing rituals.
travelbook.villager.zstonecarver.desc=Like his wife, the stone carver is an artisan. He specializes in carving elaborate patterns on stone walls and making sacred soapstone statues depicting eagles.
travelbook.villager.zthatcher.desc=These men specialize in the art of thatching. His work is essential for the construction of roofs, the village's protection from sweltering afternoon heat and the occasional rain.
travelbook.villager.ztoolsmith.desc=The Shona are endowed with metalworking technology which these smiths use to their advantage as they forge tools.
travelbook.villager.zwarrior.desc=Though the Shona people do not produce their own armor, their warriors are fierce skirmishers determined to protect their village from monsters and raiders.
travelbook.villager.zweaponsmith.desc=Weapon smiths focus on crafting various weapons such as spears, clubs, and bows.
travelbook.villager.zwitchdoctor.desc=The N'anga are witch doctors who use herbs and the guidance of spirits to cure ailments and injury.

travelbook.villager.zboy.desc=This young boy will one day grow up to preserve the legacy of his forefathers and contribute to their community.
travelbook.villager.zgirl.desc=This young girl will one day grow up to preserve the legacy of her forefathers and contribute to their community.
travelbook.villager.zlocalmerchant.desc=Trade routes are frequented by local merchants that travel from village to village, trading goods that the villagers need.


travelbook.village.controlled.desc=This is a colony under the leadership and control of the player after earning the title of "natural leader" amongst the Shona people.
travelbook.village.military.desc=Some villages in Zimbabwe are particularly militaristic. The combative nature of this village is likely an attempt to adapt to a relatively hostile area where there is frequent conflict.
travelbook.village.palace.desc=A powerful family appears to hold sway in this settlement as they rule over its inhabitants from atop a hill, signifying the difference in class. As a result of this royal influence, the village is larger than most.
travelbook.village.zgreatenclosure.desc=This village functions as a center of agriculture and commerce. The dense enclosure is surrounded by vast fields enough to feed its numerous inhabitants.


travelbook.building.zarmoury.desc=The weapon smith can be seen in the forge while crafting or forging the village's arsenal. The furnace is ablaze, melting iron and gold.
travelbook.building.zbarracks.desc=The barracks is a place from which the main defenders of the village may sally forth as needed.
travelbook.building.zclaypit.desc=Peasants often come to the clay pit where they spend the day under the hot sun shoveling heaps of clay, materials that are vital to the chief's construction projects.
travelbook.building.zgrove.desc=The village grows its trees in a designated area called the grove. Here, the lumberman chops trees and plants saplings for as long as the fertile soil remains.
travelbook.building.zinn.desc=A place where a weary merchant may rest after a long and tiring journey.
travelbook.building.zkitchen.desc=The inviting aroma of the cook's many dishes wafts out from the kitchen as he gets to work. Villagers flock here on a busy day to unwind and enjoy his exotic beer.
travelbook.building.zkraal.desc=The Kraal is an enclosure where the village keeps its prized herd of cattle which is the staple diet of the Zimbabweans and the cornerstone of their economy.
travelbook.building.zlargehouse.desc=This enclosure was built to accomodate two families in order to provide the village with ample space, should the need arise.
travelbook.building.zlumbermanh.desc=This is the hut of the local lumberman where he and his family resides. The acacia logs he collects from the grove are brought here to be picked up by his wife.
travelbook.building.zmaizefield.desc=A field where the village may grow maize. 
travelbook.building.zmarket.desc=The market is a busy place where merchants from all corners of the Zimbabwean trading network come to peddle their goods to the curious natives.
travelbook.building.zquarry.desc=The quarry is the source of the village's stone. When the miner digs deep enough, he'll soon be able to mine iron and gold as well. 
travelbook.building.zsheepfarm.desc=This is where the shepherd's family resides along with their flock. The meat produced by the farm serves to supplement the local food supply.
travelbook.building.zthatcher.desc=The thatcher's home is also his workplace. He spends his time inside of this house making thatch and weaving straw beds.
travelbook.building.ztoolsmith.desc=The tool smith can be seen in the forge while crafting tools from stone and iron. The furnace is ablaze, melting iron and gold.
travelbook.building.zwheatfield.desc=A field where the village may grow wheat.
travelbook.building.zwitchdoctorhut.desc=Villagers often visit this hut to receive the witch doctor's healing rituals. His paraphernalia is stored here.
travelbook.building.zworkshop.desc=The artisans perform their craft in the workshop. Raw materials such as stone and terracotta are hauled here to be processed into detailed ornaments.

travelbook.building.lonekraal.desc=A lone cattle farmer and his wife live in this secluded homestead away from civilization.
travelbook.building.lonestatue.desc=A lonely statue.
travelbook.building.lonewitchdoctorhouse.desc=The hut of a witch doctor in the wilderness.
travelbook.building.lonewitchhouse.desc=The hideout of a dangerous cult of witches. 

travelbook.building.well.desc=Wells are the main source of water in the village and are useful for irrigation.
travelbook.building.zbirdshrine.desc=A holy site dedicated to ancestral spirits. People often come here to pray and make offerings to Mwari.

travelbook.building.playeracropolis.desc=A splendid palace commissioned by the player.
travelbook.building.zplayerhousebig.desc=A large house built at the request of an esteemed guest.
travelbook.building.zplayerhousesmall.desc=A small house built at the request of an esteemed guest.

travelbook.building.acropolis.desc=This impressive hill complex functions as the religious center of the village and a royal residence. Its imposing appearance is a symbol of the chief's wealth and power.
travelbook.building.chiefhouse.desc=This large structure is the home of the warchief and the center of his village.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure.desc=This bustling enclosure is the heart of a trading network, taking advantage of the plentiful land that surrounds it.

travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_armoury0.desc=The weapon smith can be seen in the forge while crafting or forging the village's arsenal. The furnace is ablaze, melting iron and gold.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_inn0.desc=A place where a weary merchant may rest after a long and tiring journey.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_kitchen0.desc=The inviting aroma of the cook's many dishes wafts out from the kitchen as he gets to work. Villagers flock here on a busy day to unwind and enjoy his exotic beer.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_lumberman0desc=This is the hut of the local lumberman where he and his family resides. The acacia logs he collects from the grove are brought here to be picked up by his wife.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_market0.desc=The market is a busy place where merchants from all corners of the Zimbabwean trading network come to peddle their goods to the curious natives.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_market1.desc=The market is a busy place where merchants from all corners of the Zimbabwean trading network come to peddle their goods to the curious natives.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_market2.desc=The market is a busy place where merchants from all corners of the Zimbabwean trading network come to peddle their goods to the curious natives.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_peasant0.desc=A peasant's humble abode.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_peasant1.desc=A peasant's humble abode.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_quarry0.desc=The quarry is the source of the village's stone. When the miner digs deep enough, he'll soon be able to mine iron and gold as well. 
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_quarry1.desc=The quarry is the source of the village's stone. When the miner digs deep enough, he'll soon be able to mine iron and gold as well. 
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_thatcher0.desc=The thatcher's home is also his workplace. He spends his time inside of this house making thatch and weaving straw beds.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_toolsmith0.desc=The tool smith can be seen in the forge while crafting tools from stone and iron. The furnace is ablaze, melting iron and gold.
travelbook.building.zgreatenclosure_A_workshop0.desc=The artisans perform their craft in the workshop. Raw materials such as stone and terracotta are hauled here to be processed into detailed ornaments.

travelbook.building.borderpost.desc=A border post to mark the village boundaries.
travelbook.building.borderpost_corner.desc=A border post to mark the village boundaries.
travelbook.building.borderpost_gate.desc=A gate that welcomes traders and warns would-be belligerents.
travelbook.building.wheat_field_corner.desc=A field where the village may grow wheat. 
travelbook.building.wheat_field_entrance.desc=A field where the village may grow wheat. 
travelbook.building.wheat_field_segment.desc=A field where the village may grow wheat. 


travelbook.trade_good.maize.desc=Upon reaching the new world, the Shona people came into contact with a group of fellow stone-loving enthusiasts called the "Maya" who introduced maize to their culture. As a result, they've learned how to grow this crop and invented new recipes ahead of their time.