Day of the fall
The Day of the Fall marks one of the most catastrophic events in the history of Sirolynia, when the once-great kingdoms of sindor were destroyed in a single, harrowing day. What began as a sunny morning turned into a chain of unparalleled disasters, reshaping the continent and altering the course of history forever. This day serves as the foundation of the DS year Calendar, now 934 years past, and its impact is still felt across Sirolynia.
The Great Kingdoms of Sindor
Before the Fall, Sindor was a land of power and rivalry, dominated by several mighty kingdoms locked in a long-standing cold war:
Mornis : The proud and expansive Humans kingdom, centered in the White City.
Sirvalis : An Elven kingdom of unparalleled magical prowess, dwelling in vast, enchanted forests.
Rulrun (Dwarves): The industrial and steadfast Dwarves , whose cities were carved deep into the great mountain ranges.
Hillass : A peaceful Halfling , hilly region allied with humans and dwarves.
Ulands : A mysterious and dark land, ruled by cunning Tiefling leaders and powerful infernal magic.
Rinhus : A land of mercenary Dragonborn , who served as soldiers for hire in the wars of the other kingdoms.
The Cataclysm Unfolds
The events of the Day of the Fall unfolded rapidly, each kingdom facing an unprecedented disaster that brought about its ruin:
1. The White City Crumbles (Mornis):
Around 8 in the morning, violent earthquakes struck the White City of Mornis. Towers toppled, buildings crumbled, and the city was reduced to rubble within minutes. The once-proud human kingdom was obliterated, its survivors scattered.
2. Rulrun Engulfed in Fire (Rulrun):
The mighty mountains of Rulrun erupted with rivers of magma, burying the dwarven cities beneath molten rock. The dwarves’ engineering marvels and their proud civilization were lost in a single, fiery moment.
3. Sirvalis Burns (Sirvalis):
Magical flames consumed the enchanted forests of the High Elves. These flames, unquenchable by mundane or magical means, drove the elves to desperation. Their greatest wizards sacrificed themselves to save the noble houses, sealing them in an enchanted enclave.
4. Hillass Drowned (Hillass):
The hilly lands of the halflings collapsed into a deep valley in mere seconds, which was then flooded by sudden and powerful whirlpools. The new lake, filled with deadly currents, swallowed much of the halfling population.
5. The War of the Green Scale Begins (Rinhus):
In the chaos, a coalition of Chromatic dragons launched a devastating attack on the Dragonborn mercenaries of Rinhus, sparking the War of the Green Scale, a brutal conflict that would last 450 years.
6. Ulands Consumed by Darkness (Ulands):
Overnight, the lands of Ulands were plunged into impenetrable darkness. Even those with superior vision could barely see beyond a few feet. The darkness brought with it nightmarish monsters, which massacred large swaths of the tiefling population.
Theories and Mysteries
The true cause of the Day of the Fall remains unknown, but countless theories abound:
Divine Punishment: Some believe the gods punished Sindor for its hubris and ceaseless wars.
Magical Cataclysm: Others claim that a powerful spell or artifact backfired, releasing uncontrollable energies.
Draconic Plot: Some suspect the chromatic dragons orchestrated the disaster to weaken the kingdoms and claim dominion over Sindor.
Conjunction of Planes: A rarer theory suggests that the planes of existence collided momentarily, unleashing catastrophic energies.
Aftermath and Legacy
The Day of the Fall left Sindor in ruins, its lands fractured and its kingdoms obliterated:
Survivors: Those who lived through the Fall scattered across Sirolynia, bringing with them tales of their lost civilizations.
Ruins: The remains of Sindor’s great cities and kingdoms now lie buried or abandoned, drawing adventurers and scholars eager to uncover their secrets.
Cultural Impact: The Fall reshaped the cultures and histories of Sirolynia, with its memory preserved in the DS calendar
Conclusion
The Day of the Fall stands as a stark reminder of the fragility of even the greatest civilizations. Its memory continues to influence the world of Sirolynia, shaping its calendars, myths, and histories. Nearly a millennium later, the echoes of that dark day still reverberate, leaving questions unanswered and mysteries unsolved.
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