Ages of The World
Prehistoria (P.H.)
Lasted until ~17,000 years ago
An era encompassing all that came before recognized history. At some point, the gods were born, the planes formed, but no one is sure when. Prehistoria could have lasted a thousand years, or tens of thousands of years.
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The Beginning
The Formation of the Universe
Era beginning/endThe beginning of time and space, the universe formed and slowly became what it is today. -
Planar Formation
The Formation of the Planes
CelestialAt some point the universe split off into the different planes of existence.
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First Rulers
The Arrival of the Aboleths
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventThe first Aboleths arrive on the Material Plane
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Sometime before the turn of the age.
The Manos Stones are Written
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventThe Manos Stones were written some point during this time, marking some of the only known records from that time.
Primordial Era (P.E.)
Lasted ~8,500 Years
An age that defines major activity of the gods, both known and unknown. Deities began to expand outward and establish their dominion over parts of the universe. Some of these gods overthrew the Aboleths that had ruled the Material Plane. It is considered a golden age for the gods.
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~100-500 P.E.
The Last Aboleth Kingdom is Destroyed
ExtinctionThe Last of the Aboleth Kingdoms on the Material Plane are wiped out by the gods.
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~7000-8000 P.E.
First Mention of Ozzelondus
MiscellaneousFirst records mentioning Ozzelondus are believed to be from this time.
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~7000-8000 P.E.
First Mention of Ophidius
MiscellaneousThe first records mentioning Ophidius are believed to be from this time.
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~7000-8000 P.E.
First Mention of Xhixis
MiscellaneousThe first records mentioning Xhixis are believed to be from this time.
Age of Immortals (A.o.I.)
Lasted ~4,500 years
A time when gods walked upon the planes, creating creatures to serve them in all ways. The gods fought among each other for power and glory. Dragons, giants, tarrasques, and the first humanoids were created during this age. While few humanoid races were created as soldiers, they would fit the roles well when they needed to. This age lasted for around 4,500 years, ending after the gods made peace with each other, due to the arrival of Tharizdun.
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Time Unknown
Aetheon is created
Life, Birth -
~2500-2600 A.o.I.
Xhixis' Lichdom
Life, Failure / MishapXhixis becomes one of the first liches.
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~3000 - 3500 A.o.I.
First Mortal Civilization
Population Migration / TravelRecords of the first (humanoid) mortal civilization begin around this time.
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~4,000-4,300 A.o.I.
Lethron is Born
Life, Birth -
~4,400 A.o.I.
The Arrival of Tharizdun
Disaster / DestructionTharizdun arrives on the material plane, destroying part of the plane and forcing the gods to retreat to the outer planes. Though they attempt to cast him out back into the Far Realms, they are unsuccessful, instead trapping him in a demiplane.
Age of Mortals (A.o.M.)
Lasted 2133 Years
Without their rulers, dragons and giants began to form kingdoms of their own, as did the first dwarves, elves, and other elder races. The Dragon-Giant Wars was a major conflict fought for four centuries during this period. The dragons and giants enslaved and created their own races to fight for them. In the end, the war was stopped when they were forced to make peace once more, thanks to the formation of the Obsidian Gate. Afterwards, humanoids began to re-establish their kingdoms once more, and civilization as we know it started to flourish. However, it only did so until the Cataclysms.
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~100 A.o.M.
The Dragon-Giant Wars Begin
Military actionThe dragons and giants, both conceited as the greatest of the god's creations begin to openly fight against one another. With each teaming up against the other, the fighting quickly proves that it will be brutal and enduring.
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~500 A.o.M.
First Known Records of Cyrus
MiscellaneousRecords from this time record Cyrus, Churl of the Arcane getting involved in mortal affairs for the first time.
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1392 A.o.M.
Founding of the Ancient Elven Dominion
FoundingThe Ancient Elven Dominion is established on Secaré in the land of Galledall.
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~1300-1400 A.o.M.
Formation of the Obsidian Gate
Disaster / DestructionThough locked away, Tharizdun began to burrow his way through the planes in hopes of being able to consume powerful beings to regain his strength and free himself. The discovery of this would force the gods to make the giants and dragons end their wars, so the bigger problem could be focused on.
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2094 A.o.M.
The Birth of Orlok Dagobert
Life, BirthOrlok Dagobert, the famed poet & songwriter is born on the continent of Uth, in the nation of Grayhaven.
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2115 A.o.M.
The Death of a Party
Life, DeathA party of adventurers in Uth are killed while exploring a dungeon. Though a few of them escape, the party is broken by the loss. Among the survivors are Orlok Dagobert, Erebus, and Lucius Carvillius III.
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2133 A.o.M.
The First Cataclysm
Era beginning/endTharizdun reaches out into the Material Plane and attempts to free himself, but fails. However, the spellweave and the very fabric of reality are torn. Magic is nearly lost, and the gods retreat exclusively to the Outer Planes where they are no longer in harm's way. Until Tharizdun becomes too weak to fight back, that is where they shall remain.
Post-Cataclysm (P.C.)
Lasted 2367 Years
Tharizdun used his power to nearly escape from his confines - twice. A thousand years apart at a a time, each attempt nearly destroyed the fabric of reality. Magic and communication with the gods was nearly entirely lost. The Material Plane became almost inhospitable for some time.
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~500-600 P.C.
The Formation of the Nurargurallian Empire
FoundingThe Nurargurallian Empire, one of the most powerful empires in the history of the world, is founded on the continent of Wizgar.
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951 P.C.
The Court of Omens and the Comet
CelestialA group of Nurargurallian Wizards bring down a comet upon the earth, and use it to create powerful magical artifacts for their emperor. This seriously impressive event also acted as the founding of the Court of Omens.
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~1000 - 1250 P.C.
Ganrith Grayhollow is Born
Life, Birth -
1216 P.C.
Founding of the Velvet Court
FoundingA sect of the Court of Omens breaks off to form the Velvet Court.
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~1250 P.C.
Alsharise Summoned to the Material Plane
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventAlsharise crosses over from the Far Realms into the material plane, and is captured by the Nurargurallian empire.
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~1350 P.C.
The Second Cataclysm
Disaster / DestructionAnother cataclysm occurs, destroying what progress the world had made. Once again the mortal realm is cast into darkness and destruction.
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1352 P.C.
The Fall of the Nurargurallian Empire
DisbandmentAfter the Second Cataclysm, the Nurargurallian Empire collapsed.
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1370 P.C.
Founding of Maldrim
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1760 P.C.
The Founding of the Cult of Aetheon
Founding -
1898 P.C.
7 Alios
The Night of Betrayal
Criminal ActivityGanrith Grayhollow murders much of the royal family of Maldrim, and plays the factions against one another.
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1942 P.C.
24 Brynholm
Founding of the Almaridian Empire
FoundingThe Almaridian Empire is founded in the region of Durchen on Galledall.
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2095 P.C.
30 Simdis
Theodluin Inaven is Born
Life, Birth -
2290 P.C.
17 Ekeros
Celaena Elrie is Born
Life, BirthCelaena Elrie, the Eighth Monarch of Maldrim, is Born in Maldrim.
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2348 P.C.
1 Ozzelondum
The Formation of the Seven Strangers
FoundingAn unlikely set of companions, the Seven Strangers (Later Indomitable Strangers) are formed in Maldrim.
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2348 P.C.
1 Wulfis
Friedrich's Death and Resurrection
Life, SupernaturalFriedrich Sertürner dies in the tomb of Orcus, but is brought back to life by his companions.
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2350 P.C.
Selaphiel Freed
Life, IdentitySelaphiel, a planetar of Zyperthennon, was freed from being an Ulfheddin by the Indomitable Strangers.
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2350 P.C.
Friedrich Cured
Life, Identity -
2352 P.C.
20 Landir
Lethron Freed
Life, Achievement/ WinLethron is freed from Hastur's influence, and is no longer part of the being's hive mind.
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2352 P.C.
1 Ekeros
Lethron Reborn
Life, IdentityLethron is restored to his mortal form, and is bestowed his old mortal name.
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2352 P.C.
1 Ekeros 01:00
Marath Revived
Religious eventMarath, the Ki-Rin protector of the firbolgs of Lillica is revived by the Indomitable Strangers.
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2352 P.C.
25 Ekeros
The Death of Orlok Dagobert
Life, DeathOrlok Dagobert is slain by the Indomitable Strangers.
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2352 P.C.
5 Arvay
The Cult of Aetheon forced out of Maldrim
Military actionThe Cult of Aetheon is forced out of the city of Maldrim by the combined efforts of the Clan, Lillican Soldiers, Vigilantes and Indomitable Strangers.
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2352 P.C.
8 Arvay
Day of the Indomitable
Military actionThe Indomitable Strangers defeat Aetheon, son of Zyperthennon, on top of the Precipice Throne in Lillica
Age of Restoration (A.o.R.)
28 years long and counting...
Age of Restoration refers to the restoration of magic as well as the connection with the gods. It is a new age where mortal kingdoms seek to grow and conquer. Old magical ruins that were mundane for years are activating once again. Dragons, Giants, and other creatures remain, living their days in peace, or fighting humanoids for their own gain. Many hope this era will be the start of a golden age.
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3 A.o.R.
19 Galmore
The Fall of Altan Khot
Disaster / DestructionThe City of Altan Khot totally falls to the red dragon Zaviorth and his armies.
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8 A.o.R.
1 Simdis 22:00
Esperanco Revived
Life, SupernaturalNicolou Esperanco, the last prince with blood ties to the royal line of Charmonte is revived after being dead for over 60 years, having been revived by some adventurers in Charmonte. His revival rekindles the nation's will to stand up to their protectorate, the Hadaran Empire.
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14 A.o.R.
1 Ekeros
The War of the Warlocks Begins
Military actionThe War of the Warlocks begins. For four years several of the nations of Galledall tear themselves apart. Though a relatively short war, it is one of the bloodiest in recent memory, and leaves the continent scarred.
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20 A.o.R.
28 Landir
Glavenen Absorbed
Diplomatic actionGlavenen is absorbed into the New Elven Union. This prevents Shiminore from taking it unless they wish to wage war with them, and forces them to make peace with Glavenen's new protectors.