The Founding

Era beginning/end

The Founding of the Nation of Abyss.

The eradication of the Third Expedition was a terrible blow to Abyss. While resources could be harvested, and equipment replaced, the loss in lives and talent had the biggest impact to the people. As Central had predicted the Third Expedition to face little resistance, the Expedition was composed of some of the brightest young minds from the Academy. The Expedition was seen as a good opportunity for them to hone their skills and a foray into leadership. Therefore, the eradication of the Third Expedition set back Central and the Guild significantly. It would not be until about 2 years later were they ready once more.   Having learned their lesson, one significant change in the past 2 years included building outposts on the edge of the Surface overlooking down into the abyss. This allowed Central and the Guild to monitor over any potential Beast Tides coming from below. This time, Central would send everything they had, mobilising everyone available to claim the last remaining walled area and to cleanse all traces of beasts from the Surface.    Taking just a little over 3 months, the people hunted and exterminated all beasts from the Surface; they purged the corruption and took over the last walled area. After this, a large ceremony was held at Sanctuary, officially celebrating the end of the Beast Tide, and founding the nation of Abyss. A large celebration was held, lasting for a total of 3 days. It was a joyous occasion for all.