Looking back at the history of Virthys, the War of Vallenis is the one event to which the entire apocalypse can be traced back. A so-called holy war that started with an attack on Vallenis, the capital of Lervias, and ended with a dimensional tear, creating a direct link between the divine realms and the world of mortals.
The final history of Virthys
The last years of Virthys before the apocalypse
Virthys: Age of Spirits
After the fall of the kingdoms of giants and the destruction of the empire of aberrations, the age of the dominance of humanoid races began - as well as the age of the spirit beings that fought on their side. From devils to fairy beings and celestials, many pacts, alliances and friendships were made that ensured the survival and ultimately the victory of the humanoid races. It also tied them deeply to the spirit realms and made religion a major factor in everyone's daily life. This was the foundation for the rise of theocratic nations. The dates follow the widely used Virthys Calendar, which most humanoid nations used alongside their local calendars:
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3172-3191
The War of Vallenis
Military action -
3192
Dawn of the Forgotten Gods
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventAn old world like Virthys has its share of forgotten gods. With no followers left, the gods lost their influence and power in the world. But when a direct gateway to their realms opened up, it was a chance for them to return.
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3194
The council of gods
Diplomatic actionThe aftermath of the great war, the return of the old gods and the repeated invasions of creatures from the Outer Planes left Virthys in a desolate state. The council of gods gathered, and they made a fatal decision.
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3194
Isolation
Metaphysical / Paranormal event -
3194
Draconic power struggle
Military actionThe dragon gods began to fight for supreme power over Virthys. A dangerous discovery was made.
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3195
Battle for the Mistheart
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventZathruax acquired the Mistheart. His new-found power was more than he could swallow.
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3195-3196
The final war
Military actionThe mad Zathruax fought Myrzakliaz not just for power - he wanted to kill and consume the other deity. Realizing he was fighting for his survival, Myrzakliaz became utterly ruthless, not caring about the destruction he left in the world. The last mortal heroes made their final stand - but their success wasn't enough to save their home.
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3196
The Chosen One
Metaphysical / Paranormal event
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