(koo-dah
bah-dah-
wah)
Origin: From the ancient-sounding (but totally made-up) Latin Cudare Badavare – “to vibe-
slap someone into the party.”
Definition:
A loud, slightly unhinged welcome scream used when someone joins the server or squad. It’s part celebration, part jump-scare, part spiritual awakening. Meant to confuse, hype, and instantly bond. Zero chill. Max vibes.
Sound:
Bonk, Shimmer, Plink-Plonk
Fictional Latin Root:
“Cudare Badavare” (verb phrase)
cudare – “to strike, to ignite, to initiate” (derived from the fabricated verb “cudo,” inspired by caedo – to strike)
badavare – “to shout in
joy, to summon chaos” (inspired by clamare (to shout) and vadere (to go forth))
Example:
Newbie: “Hey y’all, I’m
new here :)”
Everyone: “KUDA BADAWAA!!”
Newbie: “Why did everyone just yell at me?”
Mod: “Relax, that was a Kuda Badawaa—it means you’re officially part of the
chaos now.”
Newbie: “Oh. Cool... I think?”