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Tim Simmons · 10th August 2007, 09:56 AM

I think there may be some confusion over Shongo and Songye. I have not given the full context but it is plain to see. The patterns could have more significance than a children's game. Possibly tapping into a kind of natural rhythm or magic. The pattern on the blade is the same as the one ringed. As for the stick it could be a kind of official counting or tally stick. The magic substance marking it as special and fit for office?

10th August 2007, 09:56 AM	#12
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,843	Bingo! I think there may be some confusion over Shongo and Songye. I have not given the full context but it is plain to see. The patterns could have more significance than a children's game. Possibly tapping into a kind of natural rhythm or magic. The pattern on the blade is the same as the one ringed. As for the stick it could be a kind of official counting or tally stick. The magic substance marking it as special and fit for office?