User blog comment:Nynrah Ghostwriter/Nyn G and the Search for Suggestions/@comment-35623179-20181029191602/@comment-5033711-20190714154845

Hello there! Sorry for the late reply. Unfortunately, I had to go on a rather long hiatus to focus on my life. ^^;

Thank you so much for your input. Your advice was very helpful, and I'll do my best to put it to good use while I'm brainstorming.

So far, I've been using names I found online or in books for a few of my characters. The only exception right now is Siro, whose name was inspired by the word sirocco, a type of wind. I suppose I should try to aim for more original-sounding names though. Do you think I should keep or change the names for Nalu, Pano, and Takoma? Nalu and Pano are Hawaiian names, and Takoma's name is apparently of Native American origin. I'm worried that I'll end up in a situation like the one where Bionicle's creators apparently got into trouble for disrespectfully using certain Maori words in the story universe. Would anyone mind if I used 'human' names or words? Should I go the same route I did with Siro and modify words and names to make them more original?

I think I'll avoid the Turaga route with Pano since it's already been done by Lhikan. Maybe I could try including Toa Stones in the story instead. I'll have to look up how those work again…

Pano does have a connection to Makuta Antroz due to being one of his Toa Hagah. I'll have to research Antroz's personality a bit to figure out how they might interact with each other.

Still not sure about Siro's profession, but I do like the idea of him being a good storyteller if not an official chronicler.

From what I remember, a Rhotuka special power can depend on the individual. I figured that Siro's Rhotuka would have a standard projectile spinners, elemental air spinners, and one special spinner that fits his personality. Still working on the last one.

Thank you again for your advice. Have a nice day and please take care.