Considered the greatest tragedy of Earth's history second only to the sinking and Soul Rending of Atlantis. The Great Cataclysm is when the Aryan Reich unleashed it's fearsome monster army.
Days of Avalon
Events after the Great Cataclysm
Great Change
... 375 AC
Starting with the Great Catastrophe and leading to the Age of the Godless.
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The Great Cataclysm
Disaster / Destruction -
0 AC
2 Dragon1 AC
30 Leo
First Aryan War
Military actionWhen the Aryans unleashed their attack from the Salem Dream Mine they did not expect great resistance. The Utah residence however had other ideas. Lead by heroes such as Wilhelm Hoffman, Colonel Andrew Zev and others the Human-Fabricated Coalition fought a short but bloody war.
Location
Avalon Valley -
0 AC
3 Dragon
Poseidon creates the Adveni Sea
Geological / environmental eventWhen the old gods came back there were lots of changes they wanted to make. When Poseidon learned the mermaids in Avalon Valley had no sea or ocean to swim in he became enraged and created a sea for them to live them.
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0 AC
15 Dragon
Founding of Korvaskr
FoundingWhen the Dwarves first left the Dream Mine they were wary of making alliances with humans. Feeling subterranean cities were more defensible the Dwarves took many Drow and Torren and colonized the nearby mountains.
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0 AC
16 Dragon1 AC
3 Leo
UN reacts to Aryan invasion
Political eventThe Aryan invasion shook the world to its core. When the US started showing signs of collapse economies around the world started collapsing as well. In an attempt to save the US and world economy the UN launched multiple invasions of the Western United States. In the East British, German, and French peace keepers teamed up with the remnants of the United States military to create a fortified wall along the Rocky Mountains. This was meant to hold back any fabricated monsters from crossing into the rest of the United States. While in the west, China, Japan, and Russia invaded the United States West Coast.
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0 AC
28 Dragon
Founding of Suna Kinorsca (Sun Kingdom)
FoundingWhen the Elves were released from the Dream Mine many felt it was their destiny to rule the land around and subjugate the other races. These Elves would leave the other fabricated and head into exile into Heber Valley which they would rename Suna Garte.
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0 AC
5 Scroll
Founding of Raijingusan Kyowakoku (Republic of the Rising Sun)
FoundingWhen the Chinese and Japanese invasion failed they were forced to abandon most of the surviving soldiers on the Oregon Cost. These soldiers would band with other survivors they came across and create the Republic of the Rising Sun. This nation took on an Asian/ samurai ascetic as most of its early citizens and leaders hailed from Japan and samurai ancestry.
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0 AC
27 Scorpio
Founding of the Azteca Empire
RevolutionAs the United States and Mexico fell into chaos after the Great Catastrophe other nations would rise to fill the vacuum of power. In the south students of ancient history with Aztec, Egyptian, and Persian ancestry gathered together to create an empire encompassing all of their beloved cultures. Using a policy of acceptance and tolerance for all cultures and ruthlessness against their enemies, they quickly gathered power and territory.
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0 AC
7 Orca
Founding of Prussia
FoundingDuring the First Aryan War a schism developed in the Aryans living in Avalon Valley. Set had large abandoned the Aryans and many were stating to doubt the values they had been raised with. Chief among these was General Arya. Soon this schism turned into a full civil war. Fearing for her followers General Arya reached out to Wilhelm Hoffman who was now a general in the Avalon Alliance army. Wilhelm was forbidden from assisting. So he placed one full battalion on a 6 month mandatory vacation. One night the armory in UVU was left unlocked. Seeing this opportunity Captains Marcus Fea and Carson Jeptson took their vacationing battalion and went to fight with General Arya. When the 'Pure' Aryans were driven out the Aryan nation Prussia was born.
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1 AC
5 Hydra
Founding of Morvia
FoundingIn an effort to get more metal ore and to seize control of Provo Canyon the Dwarves sent a party of 500 settlers from Karrak Zeth to create a colony on the other side the canyon from Khag Bern.
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Avalon Valley -
1 AC
2 Scroll 10:001 AC
6 Crasus 03:00
Siege of Luxor
Military actionAfter the Aryan Civil War the remaining Aryan Loyalist forces retreated to their Island fortress of Luxor. Commander Marcus Fay was assigned to drive them out.
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2 AC
14 Tritops
Founding of Norden Reunia
RevolutionFollowing a political coup by Carson Jeptson, Wilhelm Hoffman and Marcus Fay led many of the Fabricated and many humans north into the ruins of Lehi Utah. There they created a republic designed to give a home to all races and cultures. This would prove invaluable to the rest of Avalon Valley. For the Norden Reunia (Northern Republic) would turn into the guardians of the northern borders, preventing the Vampire Counts and feral werewolves from invading the valley.
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2 AC
13 Scroll2 AC
27 Scorpio
War of Provo Canyon
Military actionAfter the founding of Morvia relations between the Dwarves and High Elves of Suna Garte deteriorated drastically. On the 13th of Scroll 2 AC all out war broke out to decide the owner of Provo Canyon. What resulted was 5 monthly of war, 237,321 dead Elves and Tonve as well as 274 dead Dwarves and 186 dead Torren, Vampire, Orc and Goblin mercenaries.
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3 AC
16 Orca
Formation of the Teutonic Knights
Political eventI call upon the Gods above and my ancestors from before me to be witness to my oath and indenture.
My blade is sacred and shall always by at my side as a sign of my oath to me and my fellow man.
I shall never raise a blade in anger. But keep my heart filled with compassion and virtue.
I shall always seek to help my fellow man to the best of my ability and protect those around me from all dark beings.
My sword is meant for the blood of monsters and shall only shed the blood of men if only necessary.
I shall not deceive unless deceiving a servant of evil even if I shall pay my life for the truth.
I will not seek money for gain but shall trust the Gods above me to provide for my needs as they provide for the birds.
I will seek peace and wisdom above riches and fame.
May the good and innocent trust me, and may the wicked and monstrous fear me.
-Oath of the Teutonic Knights-
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17 AC
Libra
Formation of the Knights Hospitaller
Gathering / ConferenceI call upon Ashera, El, Nehalennia, and Quetzalcoatl. And in their presence make them my witnesses, that I will carry out, according to my ability and judgment, this oath and this indenture.
First. I shall revere all those true physicians who came before me. For I stand upon their shoulders and acknowledge that my deeds are only possible because of theirs. And should I ever meet a physician in need, I shall help to the best of my ability and if needed shall do so for free.
Second. I swear in the presence of Gods, Angels, and Mortals that I shall do no harm intentionally. I shall seek to treat and aid all men of their afflictions. No matter their race, sex, nationality, greed, or ability to pay. I will not base my level of care on a patients ability to pay. But shall trust the Gods to place food on my table, a roof over my head, medicine in my hands, and wisdom in my heart.
If ordered to guard persons or places I shall trust my fellow knights beside me and the Gods above me. I shall not kill unless forced to do so. In times of war I shall not ignore my opponents wounded. But shall show them the same compassion and mercy I would show my comrades. For I shall view all life as sacred. In times of peace I shall not intentionally harm another, nor shall I assist in suicide. Into whatsoever houses I enter, I will enter to help the sick, and I will abstain from all intentional wrong-doing and shall never take advantage of a patient. And whatsoever I shall see or hear in the course of my profession, if it be what should not be published abroad, I will never divulge. Holding such things to be holy secrets.
May the Gods above me, the Demons below me, and my fellow Mortals around me. Hold me to this oath and bless me for my faithfulness. But if I shall forswear this oath may those same witness curse my name and hand until my actions have been redeemed.
-Oath of the Knights Hospitaller-
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30 AC
21 Libra38 AC
14 Orca
Cult of the Lady Crisis
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventMost historians claim the greatest changing event to world was the Aryan invasion. This primarily due to this event introducing magic and the old gods to world. However a growing number of historians believe another event had greater impact. It would be known by many names: Lady Cult Crisis, Crisis of the Lady, First Cult War, War against The Lady. While this 'event' would only last a year or so it would end with the death of hundreds of thousands, years of civil wars in 2 countries and introducing the most vile evil instrument known to man and god. The Philosopher Stone.
Location
Avalon Valley -
35 AC
3 Leo
Founding of the Templar Knights
Gathering / ConferenceBy the grace of El and his divine children and the strength they grant me.
I will protect and keep holy all their places of worship and memory.
I will defend all who enter sites of worship and help them in sickness and in health.
I will never abandon my post no matter how great the foe.
But put my trust in the Gods above and the sword by my side.
-Templar Oath-
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40 AC
13 Tritops
Kennicott Colonized by Norden Reunia
Population Migration / TravelDuring ancient times Kennicott was a copper mine north west of Utah Valley in Salt Lake Valley. After the Great Catastrophe the mine was lost to the feral Vampire Counts. After the crisis of The Lady Cult Norden Reunia realized it could no longer rely on the Dwarven City states for the metal needs. In an attempt to access metal mines of their own Wilhelm Hoffman ordered a colony expedition to seize the old mine and bring it back to it's former glory. 1200 volunteers would make the journey, only 756 would survive the first year.
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40 AC
2 Crasus
Azteca expands into St. George
Population Migration / TravelFor many years most survivors of the Great Catastrophe lived in small villages unassociated with any nation. Over the years as nations rose and fell in power and influence many of these villages would join a nearby nation for more protection and economic opportunities. The Azteca Empire would take advantage of these villages in its early years. Offering protection in exchange of food the Azteca Empire expanded rapidly.
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43 AC
4 Bear53 AC
26 Hadar
Second Aryan War
Military actionAfter the Siege of Luxor most people though they would never see the Aryans in force again. It was expected that the Aryans would be beaten and destroyed by other survivors throughout the west. Little did those in Avalon Valley know the Aryans had survived in California, and were hungry for blood.
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98 AC
6 Leo104 AC
13 Orca
War of Wheat
Military actionOriginally the Goblins carved out a homeland of their own near the entrance to Provo Canyon. At first this land was unwanted by other groups as it was inhabited by human bandits and monsters. The land itself was hard to plant crops and use due to the old world ruins and trash. However after several years of living there the Goblins and their Toren allies were able to create a more comfortable living space.
However they were occupying ground the High Elves wanted. Not owning all of Provo Canyon any Elven trade caravans had to pay a toll to the Dwarves to access Avalon Valley. When the Dwarves started raising the prices on these tolls the elves started to look for other alternatives.
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107 AC
10 Lovers
Forming of the Order of the Black Rose
Civil actionBy the power of Nature around me and the power of the Stars above me.
I pledge my life to ideals of peace and balance.
My knowledge and speech is my strength.
My sword shall not be used but as last resort.
I will prevent the strong from abusing the weak. And prevent the weak from abusing the strong.
May those above and below me hold me to my oath till the balance of nature calls and returned my body to depths of the earth.
-Oath of the Black Rose-
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236 AC
25 Lovers
Formation of MulVaru Coast Confederacy
RevolutionAfter the second Aryan War and the Elven Goblin war many Orcs, Goblins, and Lowe starting petitioning leaders in Avalon, Prussia, and Norden for a homeland of their own. Most of their request fell on def ears. When Baldur fought for it's independence these races decided to take matters in their own hands. With help from the Dwarven City States the Orcs, Lowe, Goblins and Kobalds created the MulVaru Coast Confederacy in the year 236 AC.
Age of the Godless
375 AC 589 AC
An age where cults and parties of adventurous heroes fought for the fate of the world. Also a time of great change as Lych Kings and cultists changed the face of the world to try and prove their divinity.
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376 AC
5 Tritops
Emergence of the Grimiore Cult
Era beginning/end -
383 AC
387 Scorpio
Emergence of the Orfano Cult
Metaphysical / Paranormal event