Need help with Malaysian / Iban translation.

[smootrk]

I am working on a class design based upon the role of a "Sleeping Dictionary" from an obscure movie of the same title, set in Sarawak (Borneo, Northern Malaysia).

Basically I need to name the class, and I am looking for the appropriate translation in something that comes close to one of the Malay dialects (and specifically Iban). So far I have 'Bual Sama' but my linguistic skills are lacking.

Any help out there translating, or with suggestions for the class name otherwise?

 

[smootrk]

Bumping this to allow the M-F 9-5 crowd a chance to see it.

 

[smootrk]

So even without any actual translations, anyone have suggestions for a class name based upon the movie Sleeping Dictionary? Not looking for accuracy, so much as looking for a good sounding term.

 

[Ulric]

I am working on a class design based upon the role of a "Sleeping Dictionary" from an obscure movie of the same title, set in Sarawak (Borneo, Northern Malaysia).

Because it is from an obscure movie and most of us probably don't know what you're talking about, tell us what a "Sleeping Dictionary" is. What's neat about it? Why does it intrigue you?

 

[smootrk]

I think the best way to give you an idea on the concept is this...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_sleeping_dictionary
Surprising that the movie is so obscure, with Jessica Alba starring in it (with nudity and sex scenes, albeit with body doubles for certain views )... I would think more folks have seen it.


In short, my take on it is a kind of bard variant linguist/instructor, expert in local languages, art and customs... with shall we say a rather unique way of developing student/teacher trust and speedy learning.
A rule mechanic for learning languages quickly - keeping a skill point unspent to dedicate to a language that can be learned in short order.
Some twists on some bard performances that lean towards some adult themes.
But otherwise, in terms of game mechanics for a D&D style game... just a special themed bard type.

So... anyone with name ideas. Sleeping Dictionary just does not have a good ring to it, and the basic bard seems like a poor way to name it as well.