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This geomancy thing looks to me like it clearly is what Bungie is using in the "secret message" from the update. I don't know if there is a relation between geomancy and any language we know of, but it looks to me the code may be related to some form of Anglo-Saxon or Elder Futhark/Norse rune combination.
Clearly there is much left to the imagination. If this is what Bungie meant with the symbols, I'm not sure what the connection is. There seems to be a lot to do with patience, productivity, community, etc. To be honest I did all this research only to find that geomancy is closer than my theory, but you can take a look at this if you like. I could be completely wrong, but it's worth a shot regardless.
Anglo-Saxon Runes
L - Lagu
G - Geofu
O - Otael
K - Calk
M - Mann
U - Ur
G - Gar
Elder Futhark/Norse Runes
I - Isa - Ice
Meaning: A challenge or frustration. Psychological blocks to thought or activity, including grievances. Standstill, or a time to turn inward and wait for what is to come, or to seek clarity. Primarily represents a period of rest before activity, and itself forms the material from which life can be created. It is matter, inert by itself, but transformed into the stuff of stars when wedded with energy.
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G - Gebo - Gift
Meaning: Gifts, both in the sense of sacrifice and of generosity, indicating balance. All matters in relation to exchanges, including contracts, personal relationships and partnerships.
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O - Othala/Oþila - Ancestral Property/Inherited Land
Meaning: Inherited property or possessions, a house, a home. What is truly important to one. Group order, group prosperity. Land of birth, spiritual heritage, experience and fundamental values. It can be passed on as a legacy, but more importantly, it defines who we are by defining where we are. It is, ultimately, our home.
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Meaning: I don't know if there is a matching rune for this symbol/can't find one.
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M - Mannaz - Man/Mankind OR E - Ehwaz - Horse
Mannaz Meaning: The Self; the individual or the human race. Your attitude toward others and their attitudes towards you. Friends and enemies, social order. Intelligence, forethought, create, skill, ability. Divine structure, intelligence, awareness. It is those with whom we have personal connections, from our immediate circle of family and friends to the wider community around us, reminding us of our nature as social animals.
Ehwaz Meaning: Transportation. May represent a horse, car, plane, boat or other vehicle. Movement and change for the better. The horse has been a powerful symbol in nearly every culture and every age. They were often believed to draw the sun about the heavens. Strong, swift and loyal, their relationship with humankind is unique. They allow us to perform tasks that would normally be beyond our strength, and to travel distances that would normally be beyond our reach.
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U - Uruz - Auroch (A Wild Ox)
Meaning: Physical strength and speed, untamed potential. A time of great energy and health. Freedom, energy, action, courage, strength, tenacity, understanding, wisdom. Sudden or unexpected changes (usually for the better).
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Ng - Inguz - Ing (The earth god)
Meaning: Common virtues, common sense, simple strengths, family love, caring, human warmth, the home. Rest stage, a time of relief, of no anxiety. A time when all loose strings are tied and you are free to move in a new direction.
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Other Sources:
http://www.sunnyway.com/runes/meanings.html
http://www.tarahill.com/runes/aett_1.html
[Edited on 07.07.2012 11:07 AM PDT]