The Lieges reign on high, the sovereigns here below. For glory and honor, the caretakers cultivate their cores to save our world from the endless horrors of the nether realms.— Leira and Ariel, The Heralds of Eternity
Enter, dear travelers, into the dark and mysterious world of
Nalea, where magic and machinery intermingle in an eerie dance. But beware, for our world is not the only one that exists, and beyond our reach and understanding, there lie realms of unspeakable terror and awe.
The Reverie, that elusive creature of our dreams and nightmares, haunts the dark corners of our minds, while the Divine rule over realms beyond our mortal comprehension. We tread upon the boundaries of our own world, and yet we know so little of what lies beyond.
Our knowledge is limited, and we must embrace the shadows that surround us, for it is in the darkness that secrets are whispered and mysteries unravelled.
Nalea may be the core of the cosmos, but what lurks beyond its borders is a labyrinthine network of forgotten worlds and forgotten souls.
As we venture forth through the grimy alleyways and cobbled streets of Nalea, we can sense the presence of unseen forces, lurking in the fog and hiding in the shadows. And yet, we must continue our journey, driven by a desire to uncover the secrets that lie shrouded in mystery.
So come, dear adventurers, arm yourselves with your weapons of choice, and steel yourselves against the unknown.
The Shadows of Wonder
In the annals of history, there exists a time long past, when the world was shrouded in the dark ages of iron and rust. But then came the reign of the Lieges of
Mount Ameslin, and our world was forever transformed into a golden age of prosperity and advancement.
Yet, with greatness comes the envy of those who seek to covet what we have. The Phoenix Shadow, with their greedy eyes fixed upon us, yearned to take what we had built and claim it for themselves.
Once, in a time before the umbral fires ravaged our world, the light of Mount Ameslin shone down upon us all. The great sunstones and moonstones, possessed by the many cities of our world, collected the radiance of the Lieges and shared it with all the people.
But now, the shadows grow longer and darker, and the fires of chaos threaten to consume all that we hold dear. The world we once knew is slipping away, and the Phoenix Shadow looms on the horizon like a vulture circling its prey.
Yet, we will not surrender. For the legacy of the Lieges lives on within us, and their light still shines, if only in the smallest of flickers. We will fight, with all our might and all our courage, to protect what we have built and to ensure that the golden age of Mount Ameslin endures for generations to come.
So let us stand firm, dear citizens of the world, and let our resolve burn as bright as the sunstones and moonstones that once lit up our world. For the Lieges may be gone, but their legacy lives on in us, and their light will never truly fade.
The Day of the Long Shadow
At the foot of the great mountain, a primal scream pierced the air, heralding the arrival of the titanic bird of prey whose hunger shook the earth beneath our feet. From the pinnacle of the mountain, dark fires erupted, devouring the light of the great lieges and casting our world into a shroud of darkness.
From the shadows, vile monsters emerged, attacking the innocent people below with savage ferocity. But in the face of this terror, the maiden of light called forth the faith of all those in the shadow of the great terror, and a new generation of faithborn emerged from the ashes of the desecrated mountain.
In the ensuing battle, the forces of the Phoenix's Shadow were slowed, but they were not defeated. Refugees fled the gathering darkness of the mountain to the
Kingdom of Hyris in the
Saibhreas Archipelago, seeking shelter, allies, and a chance to escape from the invaders. For we knew that our world would never be the same again.
And so,
The Faithborn cultivate their cores, harnessing the power of their faith to stand against the forces of the other worlds. They train in the ways of combat and magic, honing their skills and sharpening their resolve, ready to face whatever horrors may come their way.
For the darkness that looms on the horizon is a threat like no other, and the fate of our world hangs in the balance. But the Faithborn stand strong, united in their conviction and driven by their unwavering faith. And with each passing day, they grow stronger, preparing themselves for the final battle that will determine the fate of all that we hold dear.
The Other Gods
Eterna, the Shadow Phoenix
When the Phoenix Shadow tore into our world, it left us vulnerable to the other realms that exist in the vast netherworld beyond our own. Eterna, the Queen of the Dark Empyrean, wasted no time subjugating the guardians of the four other realms after claiming ultimate power over her own plane. Like the dark fire from which she arose, she hungers for nothing but to spread her influence and power throughout the realms.
Sable, the Dread Unicorn
As the Master of the Twisted Fields of the Asphodel Meadows, Sable was not conquered by Eterna but instead joined her as her loyal lieutenant. With his power, he supports the Queen of the Dark Empyrean and ensures that her rule is maintained over the other realms.
Linaria, Dryad of the Mortal Woods
As the Queen of Arcadia, Linaria only surrendered to the Shadow Phoenix because she saw how verdant the lands became after they had been burned to ashes. Despite her reluctance, she now serves as one of Eterna's most trusted advisors and helps maintain her rule over the other realms.
Vassaeth, The Sylph Lord of the Miasma
As the King of Laputa, Vassaeth fell in love with Eterna and desired to have her as his queen. Through her flirtations, he added his domain to hers and now serves as one of her most loyal supporters. With his power over the Miasma, he aids Eterna in her quest for dominance.
Rysynth, The Lady of the Abyssal Depths
The Queen of Rivelin fought against Eterna with all she had until she realized that the only way to win the war would be to sacrifice most, if not all, of her people in the battle to save her homeland. In the end, she made the ultimate sacrifice, and her people were forced to flee to other realms for safety. Despite her defeat, Rysynth's legacy lives on as a symbol of resistance against Eterna's rule.
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