Marblehaven Divide

The Marblehaven Divide is a vast and ominous chasm that marks the boundary between Aspor and Ofrana, a scar left on the world of Astrium after the cataclysmic Pandora War. The Divide was formed when the Realmshatter Mountains, once a towering and impenetrable mountain range, were destroyed in a devastating assault by the Eight Deadly Sins, powerful demonic entities bent on tearing the world asunder. Their coordinated attack, known as Realmshatter, caused the mountains to collapse, splitting the continent in two and flooding the rift with ocean waters. What remains now is a massive body of water, dark and deep, serving as a stark reminder of the war’s destruction. The Divide not only symbolizes the end of an era, but also the loss of Marblehaven, the technologically advanced city that once stood as a beacon of innovation and magic. The once-great city now lies submerged beneath the turbulent waters, forever preserved in a dome of glass that holds back the crushing weight of the ocean.
Despite its dangerous and haunted reputation, the Marblehaven Divide draws adventurers, treasure seekers, and scholars, all eager to uncover its secrets. The chasm is treacherous, its waters swirling with strange currents and its depths home to unknown creatures that have made the sunken ruins their home.
Points of Interest Marblehaven – The Lost City Deep beneath the waters of the Marblehaven Divide lies the Lost City of Marblehaven, a once-thriving hub of magical innovation and technological progress, now resting at the bottom of the ocean. The city was engulfed during the Pandora War as the Realmshatter Mountains collapsed, but its powerful arcane defenses kept the city intact in a protective glass dome. The shimmering dome glows faintly in the depths, holding the city in a stasis-like state. Within, the grand structures and towers of Marblehaven stand as they did before the collapse, untouched by time, yet inaccessible to the world above. Few have been able to penetrate the protective barrier surrounding the city, and it is said that arcane wards and traps still guard its secrets. Legend has it that the city’s last great invention, a powerful artifact that could have turned the tide of the Pandora War, lies hidden within its walls, waiting to be uncovered.
The Swirling Sinkhole Near the center of the Marblehaven Divide, a powerful whirlpool, known as the Swirling Sinkhole, churns endlessly. This massive vortex formed during the Realmshatter when the land was torn apart, creating a gaping wound in the earth that continually draws water into its depths. The currents around the sinkhole are treacherous, capable of dragging even the largest of ships into the abyss below. Beneath the swirling waters, it is believed that an ancient gateway or rift remains, a tear in the fabric of reality caused by the Sin’s attack. Some speculate that the whirlpool connects to a different plane or dimension, perhaps even the home of the Sins themselves. The Oracles of Ofrana warn that tampering with the sinkhole could unleash unimaginable horrors, but that hasn’t stopped adventurers from attempting to explore its depths, hoping to unlock its mysteries.
The Breach of Echoes Along the northern edge of the Marblehaven Divide lies the Breach of Echoes, a sheer cliff face that descends into the chasm, where ancient arcane runes and symbols have been carved into the rock. The site is named for the strange and eerie whispers that emanate from the chasm below, voices of the past, or perhaps the echoes of those lost during the Pandora War. The Elves of Lin'Selvear and the Tieflings of Iceacre often visit the breach, drawn by the voices that speak in ancient languages long forgotten. Some believe that the voices are the remnants of Marblehaven’s citizens, trapped in an endless cycle, while others claim they are warnings from otherworldly beings. The Breach is a site of pilgrimage for those who wish to commune with the fallen or seek guidance from the spirits of the Divide.
The Celestial Monolith Rising from the western shore of the Marblehaven Divide is the Celestial Monolith, a towering stone obelisk that was once part of the Realmshatter Mountain range. The monolith stands alone, its surface etched with celestial symbols and glowing softly with residual magic. It is said that the monolith marks the location where the Empyreans descended to aid in the battle against the Sins, using their celestial power to hold the world together during the Realmshatter. Today, the monolith serves as a beacon of hope, and many travelers visit the site to meditate and seek divine inspiration. Some believe that the monolith still holds a fraction of the Empyreans’ power, and that those who stand before it are blessed with insight into the future.
The Hollowed Crest On the far southern edge of the Divide, a jagged island known as the Hollowed Crest rises from the waters. This island was once part of the mountainous terrain surrounding Marblehaven, but now it stands isolated, its hollowed caverns filled with the ruins of ancient battle. The Crest is said to be the site where the last stand of the Pandora War took place, and the very air feels heavy with the lingering energy of that cataclysmic battle. Explorers often venture here in search of forgotten relics, particularly weapons and armor forged during the war, believed to hold residual demonic or celestial powers. However, the Hollowed Crest is also known to be home to dangerous creatures, drawn to the lingering energies of the battle that once tore the land apart.
The Marblehaven Divide is not only a geographical scar on Astrium, but a place of profound mystery and danger. Its waters are haunted by the legacy of the Pandora War, and its depths hold the secrets of a world that was forever changed by the battle against the Sins. From the lost city of Marblehaven to the swirling abyss of the Sinkhole, the Divide is a place where the past still lingers, and the future remains uncertain.

History

The Marblehaven divide was destroyed in a battle against the deadly sins, known in history as "Sinshatter".
The Sinshatter War was a cataclysmic battle that pitted the forces of Astrium against the terrifying might of the Eight Deadly Sins, a legion of powerful demons bent on world destruction. The conflict took place in the heart of the Realmshatter Mountains, where the demons sought to break the world asunder. As the battle raged, the sheer force of the demonic assault caused the Realmshatter Mountains to crumble, unleashing a series of devastating earthquakes that tore the world of Astrium in two. The mountains shattered, creating a massive chasm that would later be known as the Marblehaven Divide, a vast body of water that forever split the land.
In the midst of this chaos, the technologically advanced city of Marblehaven, a beacon of progress and innovation, was tragically swallowed by the divide. Despite the city's advanced defenses, it could not withstand the combined power of the demonic onslaught and the earth-rending quakes, sinking beneath the waves as the world was torn apart.
The Sinshatter War marked the end of an era in Astrium, a battle of unimaginable destruction that reshaped the world and left a legacy of loss, with the once-great city of Marblehaven buried beneath the waters of the newly formed Marblehaven Divide.
Today the Marblehaven divide is a reminder of the devastation that the sins had caused.

Type

Chasm, Underwater

Inhabiting Species

• Triton