DANCER OF GOR   (AUGUST PHOENIX)

Sa Fora Kef (SFK) published this article in the August Phoenix Studio Magazine to further the misssion of Gor education on SL.

 

Phoenix Kajira Dance Movies

by Sarah Luxembourg and Gemma Velvetleaf, Phoenix Studios Movie Director

The Sa Fora Kef (SFK) dancers have made four dance videos with Gemma Velvetleaf’s Cat House productions and Phoenix Studios. Three videos feature "Kajira" or slave girl dance. Kajira dance is sensual and important in SL Gorean roleplay (RP).  Gor is the fictional setting for a series of sword and planet novels written by philosophy professor John Lange, writing as John Norman. SL has many Gor novel-based sims. SL Gor sims follow rules from these novels, such as Dancer of Gor shown below, from quotations in the John Norman novels. This article has several Gor novel quotations on dance.

 Dancer of Gor pic

"Slave dance," on Gor, incidentally, is a rich and varied dance form. It covers a great deal more than simple "ethnic dance." For example, it includes dances such as hunt dances, capture dances, submission dances, chain dances, whip dances, and such. "Dancer of Gor”   Book 22     Page 172

Scene from Cathouse Productions “The Kajira Dance Movie”

 

"In Gorean female dance the girl is expected, often, to satisfy, fully, whatever passions she succeeds in arousing in her audience. She is not permitted merely to excite, and flee away; when; at the conclusion of the swirling music, she flings herself to the floor at the mercy of free men, her dance is but half finished; she has yet to pay the price of her beauty."Tribesmen of Gor     Book 10     Page 85

 

 

This is a movie poster from “The Mummers Dance” movie produced by Cat House Productions and Phoenix Studios, staring the Sa Fore Kef dancers. The movie shows the dancers and their musician Janos dancing in the pretty Love Song SL sim on their way to the Gor En’Kara fair. The girls in the movie know they will be sold at the En’Kara fair.

“The fair of En'Kara occurs in the spring. It is the first fair in the annual cycle of the Sardar Fairs, gigantic fairs which take place on the plains lying below the western slopes of the Sardar Mountains. ….They are an important clearing house for ideas and goods, among them female slaves.”

Players of Gor     Book 20     Page

 

Title scene from the “The Kajira Whip Dance “movie and supporting quotation.

"Tonight," said Ligurious, "I will give her to guardsmen. She will dance the whip dance, naked." There are many whip dances on Gor, of various sorts. In a context of this sort, presumably not in a tavern, and without music, the girl is expected to move, writhe and twist seductively before strong men. If she does not do well enough, if she is insufficiently maddeningly sensuous, the whips fall not about her, but on her." Kajira of Gor     Book 19     Pp 157

We are considering a virgin dance and a Sa-ella dance for our next movies. 

“The Sa-eela, usually performed in the nude, as though by a low slave, and by a girl freed impediments, except her collar, is one of the most powerful of the slave dances of 

Gor. Guardsman of Gor     Book 16     Pages 259

"As the music concluded I performed floor movements, and the eyes of the men blazed, and fists pounded on the tables, and then the music was done and I lay before them on my back, my breasts rising and falling as I fought for breath, my body sheened with sweat, my hands beside me, palms up, my knees lifted slightly, my right knee highest, a slave before masters."

Dancer of Gor     Book 22     Page 196

 

 The Sa Fora Kef dancers are kneeling for you in “The Kajira Dance” movie in the above picture.

"The girl now, in all her helplessness, in all her desperation, in all her sensual splendor, was dancing not aspects or attributes of her beauty before her master, but was dancing her own passions, her own needs and desires, her own piteous, needful, beautiful, intimate and personal self before him. There were no restraints, no reservations, no compromises, no divisions or distinctions. Her needs were as exposed as her collared body. She danced herself before her master."

Guardsman of Gor     Book 16     Pages 265

Cat House Productions also made a Sa Fora Kef video with Larkin Poe's Bluephoria song while  dancing in kajira silks. Gemma, Second Girl Asaeni and Sarah love Poe’s music. We close with a picture of a Sa Fora Kef Dancers performing at an SL Gor festival called En’Kara 2026—like in the movie “The Mummers Dance”--and a picture of a Cat House Production filming at Love Song sim in SL.

 

Sa For Kef Dances at SL Gor En’Kara Festival 2026

 

Sa For Kef Dancers filming at Love Song sim in SL.

Note from Gemma to readers: The SFK kajira dance and other movies are on my Flickr page. Search for "Gemma Velvetleaf" in "people" on Flickr to watch them. *winks* I have seen the Sa Fora Kef dancers in an SL Gor tavern. I have pictures to prove it 😉

 

 

Sarah ready to dance SL Tharna

 # THE ISLE OF TELETUS

## OFFICIAL INVITATION TO A COMPANIONSHIP CEREMONY 

GRAPHIC: ....ceremony invitation (Marco & Trinity)

By the grace of the Home Stone of **Teletus**, and with the blessings of its leadership, this invitation is extended to **all cities and peoples of Gor**.

The citizens of Teletus cordially invite Free Men, Free Women, honored guests, allies, merchants, travelers, and ambassadors from across Gor to witness and celebrate the Companionship of **Sir Marco Alighieri**, Magistrate of Teletus, and **Lady Trinity Althar**, Scribe of Teletus.

**Date:** Sixth Day of August 2026 (8/6/26)

**Time:** 3:00 PM SLT

**Location:** The Ubar's Garden, Isle of Teletus 􀀀

This celebration is **open to all of Gor**, including the citizens and residents of Teletus, the families of the Companions, honored friends, visiting dignitaries, and all slaves, who are welcome to attend and bear witness to this joyous union.

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## Order of Ceremony

* Opening Remarks by the **Head Scribe**

* The **Handfasting Ceremony**, performed at the request of Sir Marco Alighieri

* The Traditional Sharing of **Kalana Wine**

* Reading and Signing of the **Companionship Contract**

* The Official **Presentation of the Companions**

Following the ceremony, all guests are invited to remain as the celebration continues with an open feast in honor of the newly joined Companions.

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## The Grand Feast

Prepared by the finest cooks of Teletus, the banquet shall include:

* Winged Fish and Rence bathed in Tospit Juice

* Grilled Tabuk accompanied by Roasted Suls

* Fire-Cooked Bosk Steak served with fresh Sa-Tarna Bread

### Wines & Refreshments

* Milk and Honey

* Turian Wine

* Tyrosian Wine

* Falarian Wine

* A Secret Vintage reserved exclusively for this celebration

To conclude the festivities, guests will be treated to an assortment of elegant cakes crafted by **Teletus' finest bakers**, together with exquisite handmade chocolates prepared by **the city's renowned master chocolatier**.

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## Attire

**Formal Gorean Attire is Requested**

Guests are encouraged to attend in their finest robes, silks, leathers, or caste attire befitting such a distinguished occasion.

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May all who travel to Teletus do so in PEACE, RESPECT, friendship and honor.

May the Home Stone witness the joining of two worthy souls.

May laughter fill the gardens, Kalana flow freely, and this day be remembered throughout Gor as a celebration of companionship, fellowship, and unity.

**We look forward to welcoming you to the Isle of Teletus on the Sixth Day of August.**

-send by Sabayna-

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 send by Sabayna

Tsar's Tournament at the Isfahan Oasis  (Hermes Khan)

Here are the tables once again:

For those who are new: you normally play one match a week and will find your partner of a certain week indicated in the tables. Please contact each other and fix a date and time that convenes to both and then send me the result. 

And here's the opening ceremony!

[10:16] Melampus (godhet) takes his place and nods amicably to the gathering:

Exalted Khan, esteemed guests and Zar players,

It is always a great pleasure for me to open a Zar tournament in Isfahan with a few spiritual thoughts and words of blessing.

Zar is a school for life. Much of what we learn through Zar consists of fundamental experiences that we can apply in life as well, and which strengthen our faith in the Priest-Kings.

That is why I would like to give you a slightly different kind of guide to this game today: as the tournament begins, I am offering you eight golden rules to follow.

The Eight Golden Rules

Rule 1. We move forward and do not look back.

In the game of Zar, the pieces may only ever be moved forward; moving backward is not an option.

Forget what lies behind and reach out for what lies ahead. Your goal is the baseline on the opposite side.

Our lives, too, have no rewind button. We cannot change the past, but we can consciously take the next step. The priest-kings repeatedly call upon people to set out on the journey.

[10:20] Hermes (prinzensaft): Wonders what they would say about sideway moves....

[10:20] Melampus (godhet): Rule 2. Every move counts.

Every single move has consequences. The same applies to the decisions we make in our lives. Some decisions open up new possibilities for us, while others limit our scope of action.

Test everything and hold fast to what is good. Through this, we learn to take responsibility for our own actions.

In life, too, we are constantly faced with decisions. The Priest-Kings do not take these decisions out of our hands, but they accompany us on our path—even when we make mistakes.

[10:21] Trygg Tyran (tryggtyran) smiles at Melampus as he listens to the Initiate

[10:21] Melampus (godhet): Rule 3. Not every defeat is the end.

There is a first leg and a return leg. One time we have the stones; the next, the sticks. If we lose, we can do better next time. Even strong players lose games. But anyone who plays Zar learns to accept defeat and learn from it.

The righteous man falls seven times and rises again—so our forebears knew. Seven times—meaning, time and time again.

It is the same in our lives. Here, too, we know failure, forgiveness, and new beginnings. Our dignity does not depend on our success, but on how we handle our failure.

[10:22] Cinnabar (evandanir) glances at his owner, then back to the ground. The barbarian boy is still getting used to his new home.

[10:23] Melampus (godhet): Rule 4. Patience is more important than haste.

Even though a clock is ticking in Zar, we know this: Zar does not reward the fastest player, but rather the one who remains attentive.

Be patient and strengthen your hearts. In a world full of haste, the game Zar reminds us of the value of composure and patience.

[10:24] Melampus (godhet): Rule 5. Jump when an opportunity arises.

[10:24] Hermes (prinzensaft): yay! Makes a jump

[10:24] Duncan Willis looks up in the sky for incoming blue flame

[10:25] Angesica: · applause ·

[10:25] Trygg Tyran (tryggtyran) nods in recognition and chuckles

[10:25] Melampus (godhet): In the game, you can leap over multiple pieces in a single move. Be bold and dare to make the jump.

"They gain new strength; they lift their wings like eagles"—so spoke a brother of my order once.

Sometimes, the Priest-Kings lead us through long periods of slow progress. But at times, a door suddenly opens, and we are permitted to act boldly.

[10:26] Melampus (godhet): Rule 6. Every single game piece has its value.

A match can only be won by the person who moves all the stones or sticks to the other side. If even a single piece is left behind, that person has lost the game.

The eye cannot say to the hand, "I do not need you."

It is the same with us humans. Every single one of us matters, for every person possesses their own gifts and unique dignity. We need everyone to reach our goal. No one must be left behind or lost.

[10:27] Hermes (prinzensaft): nods in agreement

[10:27] Melampus (godhet): Rule 7. We must respect our opponent.

Zar thrives on competition and rivalry, but also on mutual respect. There can be no game without an opponent. Disdain implies arrogance, and arrogance leads to underestimation. If we look down on our opponent, we underestimate them—and may well have lost the game before it even begins.

Outdo one another in mutual regard. Never lose respect for each other. Be fair and be friendly. That is your victory, regardless of the outcome.

[10:29] Melampus (godhet): Rule 8. We must look ahead, but we cannot control everything.

Good players plan several moves ahead. And then something unexpected happens, and all that planning is in vain. We must admit to ourselves that we cannot foresee or control everything. It is precisely the unexpected that makes the game so exciting.

The human heart devises its own path, but the priest-kings guide its steps. Planning is part of life. At the same time, we can trust that the priest-kings walk with us even when our plans change.

[10:31] Melampus (godhet) follows the eight golden rules, takes the holy water sprinkler from a situla, and sprinkles the game boards with the holy spring water he brought back from the Sardar Mountains. Then he returns to his seat and places the sprinkler back into the situla.

[10:31] Trygg Tyran (tryggtyran): "Thank you Blessed One."

[10:32] Melampus (godhet) raises hands for the blessing and closing prayer:

[10:32] Trygg Tyran (tryggtyran) bows his head in respect

[10:32] Melampus (godhet): As the Zar boards are opened today, more than just a competition begins. It marks the start of a time for connection, reflection, the joy of the game, and respectful interaction. May the Priest-Kings grant all participants clarity of thought, equanimity in victory and defeat, and joy in the fellowship we share. And may we not only make good moves in the game but also, in life, be people who act with wisdom, fairness, and love.

[10:33] 12Helga123 Resident: (=>en) look down

[10:33] Melampus (godhet): May the Priest-Kings, who sit enthroned, holy and mighty, high atop the Sardar Mountains, grant us this.

[10:33] Aetes Omar (vosathiel.ravenwood): Thank you, blessed one.

[10:33] Melampus (godhet): Ta Sardar Gor!

[10:34] Hermes (prinzensaft): Ta Sardar Gor!

[10:34] Aetes Omar (vosathiel.ravenwood): Ta Sardar Gor!

[10:34] Melampus (godhet): And now, in this very spirit, I wish you good and joyful games.

[10:34] Hermes (prinzensaft): Thank you very much, Blessed One, you have once again enlightened us!

[10:34] Duncan Willis: "Ta Sardar Gor!  Thank you blessed one.  Wise words and good advice."

[10:35] Melampus (godhet) steps back from his place.

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            VALARIS GRAND OPENING

              August 1st & 2nd

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Saturday • August 1

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Initiate Blessing 

Time 11:00 AM SLT

location: Valaris Temple 

⚔ Tournament

Time: 1:00 PM SLT

Location: Valaris Arena

Master of Ceremonies

Commander Raiko Morvarg (SultanSufi)

Competition

Sword Tournament

Valaris Allowed Weapons only.

Prize Fund

L$5,000 Starting Purse

Additional patron contributions are welcome.

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🍻 Tavern Night

Time: 2:00 PM SLT

Music by

DJ BlueSaint

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Sunday • August 2

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💃 SHEEN Dance Troupe

Time: 11:30 AM SLT

Location: Sky Theatre

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⚖ Rank of Caste

Time: 1:00 PM SLT

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🎁 Throughout the weekend, Gift Cards from well-known Gorean creators will be awarded as prizes. Our sincere thanks to these creators for their generous support.

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We look forward to welcoming all of Gor to the City of Valaris!

Your Ride to Greatness! 􀀀

 

THE TURMUS FAIR

Nicholas sent me a message telling me there would be a fair in the city of Turmus. It wasn't long, so I left immediately.

I'd been away from Turmus for a long time. I remembered the old city where I worked as a scribe and editor of the Turmus Gazette, but it wasn't a great choice, and I returned to my oasis of the seven palm trees.

They told me they'd rebuilt the city, making it more modern and creating a resort area with new houses surrounded by gardens. Even the castle, once gloomy and dark, is now a beautiful modern castle with very tall towers, perched on a hill in the center of the city.

I was very surprised when I arrived at the port: once narrow and dirty, it's now very large and clean with many warehouses. The central road leads to a large square where the stalls are lined up. It's sure to be a beautiful fair 

I met Lady Sabayna, who invited me to a meeting on Pani culture. I followed her to the clearing outside the walls where many people were sitting waiting. I received a good explanation of the ways and culture of the tribes called Pani (Japan). I made many sketches, which I will include below, hoping you will find them useful.

emily steele

carola aromata

beth darck

always

aleshi reardon

abraham

minayori

madame gyre

lora slave

selia turmus ubara

Kar

kaelled rhoda

Rhiannon

hermes

Carola

 

fair zone