Vitallia History of Lothen Timeline

10 BC

Brother of Gods

Expedition

Vheod Whiteshield, dubbed the "Brother of Gods," earned his name even before the end of the Great War. Leading the Mountain Tribes, which eventually became the first Lothenians, he rallied Human forces and forged an alliance with the Knight Gods. Honored by the Gods' presence, Vheod gained renown by defeating a legendary lion using only an almond-shaped, white shield. This feat led the Mountain Tribes to follow him in the First Quest of the Great War, showcasing his leadership and prowess on the battlefield.

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9 BC

Of Gods & Men

Gathering / Conference

In a solemn gathering before his people, Vheod Whiteshield pledged his army to the Knight Gods—Justar, Arkallis, and Solisis—for the decisive confrontation against Nedel the Hunter. As a gesture of goodwill, King Vheod offered the Gods the healing waters of his lands, and the divine waters miraculously healed the wounds inflicted upon them in the war against Nedel. This generous act solidified the blessing of the Gods upon King Vheod and the people of Lothen, forging a sacred alliance that would shape their destiny in the unfolding events of the epic conflict.

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7 BC

1 BC

The First Quest

Expedition

Embarking on the First Quest, the Three God Knights and the armies of Lothen, under the leadership of King Vheod Whiteshield and first general Odarion Whiteshield, traversed the Western Road to confront Nedel near the great Crater. Amid the mountains of Armorgrand, they encountered the Goddesses Mora and Shyrune, who offered shelter, safe passage, and guidance for their northern route. Months later, the united armies engaged in a brutal battle against Nedel, joining forces with several armies from Central Vitallia. This devastating conflict unfolded on multiple fronts, with the most intense clashes occurring in a location later known as "Dead Gods Lane." The scale and ferocity of the battle marked it as the most impactful and destructive in the history of the world.

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200 AC

208 AC

The War of the Fork

Expedition

Lothenian armies aggressively extend their influence to the east, securing territories along the banks of the Fork River. The Lion army encounters minimal resistance, gradually assimilating the kingdoms of Igros, Sol, and Sarta into its dominion. This strategic expansion enhances Lothen's territorial control and strengthens its presence in the eastern regions.

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Location

The Forklands

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208 AC

Lothen's Expansion

Expedition

The initial two hundred and fifty years of the new age witnessed a dynamic period of expansion. Throngs of people migrated in various directions, and the kingdom of Lothen experienced substantial growth both industrially and in population. Boasting the most organized and well-equipped army in Central Vitallia, Lothen extended its influence to the southern islands, ventured northward into the territories of Monsters, and expanded eastward by establishing new colonies. In 208 AC, Adam Whiteshield, the king of Lothen, earned the title of king of the Four Great Kingdoms as subsidiary colonies pledged their fealty to him.

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363 AC

The War of the Mask

Military action

In 363 AC, Queen Aryan Whiteshield declared war against Dragoria in what became known as the War of the Mask. The conflict unfolded in the mountains between the two kingdoms. Sarta supported Lothen in the war. However, the Knights of the Lion couldn't successfully siege the cliff-built cities of Dragoria, resulting in a prolonged conflict that spanned several years.

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396 AC

The Plague of Lothen

Plague / Epidemic

In 396 AC, the kingdom of Lothen was undertaken by a plague that killed thousands of people. A party of explorers under the command of the Queen’s son, prince Valam Whiteshield, traveled east to the Dead Gods Lane in search of the White Elixir, after the consultation of Akreyn Thiaspis. Within that search party, Iliandor Irion, a mercenary, saved the young prince from the demon Vandero. The party returned successful after a while.

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Location

The Dead Gods Lane

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559 AC

Istario's Reign

Political event

In 559 AC, Istario Whiteshield became famous for his war mongering, after a number of civil wars and conflicts within the kingdom of Lothen. Istario earned the reputation of a mad ruler who executed his commanders for minor violations with a distinctively violent way. Crucifixions of lords and skinning of living prisoners who he thought to be traitors of the sacred blood of the Whiteshield family, took place frequently.

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600 AC

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602 AC

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Istario's Red Hunt & the Battle of Mountain Skull

Expedition

In 600 AC, Istario led the Lion Army west in a conflict known as "The Red Hunt," aiming to dominate the barbaric tribes of Armorgrand, particularly the Brutgors. However, the Lion Army suffered a devastating defeat in the "Battle of Mountain Skull" in 602 AC. Istario succumbed to a rare affliction two years later, with his demise linked to the shamanic magic of the Brutgors.

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820 AC

The Red Lion of Lothen

Revolution

In 820 AC, under the reign of Eldaria Whiteshield, a civil war broke out in Lothen, that used as its core, a number of powerful families that endorsed the expansion of the Lion to the East as supporters of Istario’s vision. Cities like Enar, Saria and later Liria, flew the sigil of the Red Lion and attempted to usurp the Queen. The battles peaked with thousands of victims, finally arriving outside the walls of Bladefall during “The Siege of the Red Lion”. Leader of that movement was the usurper Karthas Criden.

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Location

Bladefall

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830 AC

The Great Shadow of Lothen

Founding

In 830 AC, Akreyn Thiaspis convinced the Queen to merge the Crown with a vampire movement for the better protection of the city and the restoration of peace. The movement was approved and was named "Sevayl" or “The Great Shadow”. A powerful family of vampires took over command of the country and worked together with the royal forces in order to eliminate the rebellion of the Red Lion. When Karthas Criden was arrested and executed, his death in combination with the reputation of the Great Shadow, caused a chain of reactions throughout the land, dividing it into supporters of the movement that were called “Acolytes” and enemies of the vampires that were called “Untouched”.

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992 AC

Norionor's Call

Gathering / Conference

In 992 AC, Norionor Whiteshield decided to unite the four kingdoms of men and began the greatest campaign the world had ever seen. The purpose of the young king was the preparation of Vitallia against the coming of Nedel, known as “The Hunter”. Norionor promised lands of regions to be conquered to the lords of Sol, Sarta and Igros and gathered the largest army that ever existed in Central Vitallia.

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1001 AC

1003 AC

The March of the Lion

Expedition

In 1001 AC, the army of Norionor Whitehsield of Lothen began the “March of the Lion” and swiftly conquered the kingdoms of Armorgrand, the Freelands and even Rose, the kingdom of magic. Every victory bred a new title for the king of men. "The Blood of the First Knights", "The Lion of the South", "Naranor", the Divine Man. He called his soldiers Naranors, believing that they ascended into something greater than the rest of the races of Vitallia. Norionor always kept in his company Akreyn Thiaspis who consulted him, and followed him throughout the whole campaign.

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1001 AC

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The Battle of Vlada

Military: War

Norionor Whiteshield defeats the Armorian army, his first significant conquest during the March of the Lion.

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1003 AC

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The Battle of Eastrose

Metaphysical / Paranormal event

In 1003 AC, Norionor Whiteshield attacked the kingdom of Rose during a huge campaign that had originated from Lothen. A phenomenon connected with the Sentinel, deactivated all magic temporarily, leaving the kingdom exposed, and the Queen was forced to bend the knee, and submit her armies to Norionor and his cause.

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1003 AC

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The Battle of the Swordbridge

Life, Death

In 1003 AC, after three years of victories, Norionor, king of Lothen, died in the “Battle of the Swordbridge” after a duel against the creature “Element”. Days before, a certain decline regarding his physical and mental health had been noticed, showing signs of strange behavior, madness and sorrow. His body was returned to Bladefall a year later, where he was welcomed as a Messiah by the people of Lothen, with celebrations and festivals throughout the land.

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Location

Swordbridge

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1110 AC

Magic Prohibition in Lothen

Military action

In 1110 AC, Luther Whiteshield endorsed a law that forbade the use of magic within the kingdom of Lothen, with the exception of members of the royal army and selected individuals. Many magic users were crucified at the king’s command and others, fled to the mountains of Armorgrand, Dragoria and to the Trident Empire in order to survive.

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1204 AC

Treaty of the Root

Disbandment

In 1204 AC, Meleborn Whiteshield of Lothen canceled the prohibition of magic, and signed the “Treaty of the Root”, sending seven thousand soldiers to the kingdom of Rose as reimbursement, for the great damage that the Rose suffered due to the “Runik Movement” that prohibited magic. He also attempted to restore the use of magic in Lothen, thus creating “The Apology of the Lion”, a text that promised lands and titles to all magic users willing to settle in Lothen. Meleborn was also known for his admiration towards magic and gained the name “Meleborn the Admirer”.

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1400 AC

The Threat Of Edunkas

Metaphysical / Paranormal event

The looming threat of Edunkas, a colossal spider, casts a shadow over Lothen. The creature approaches the city of Enis, instigating fear. In response, the Blade Guardians intervene to repel the colossal spider, forcing it to retreat to its lair.

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Location

Enis

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1480 AC

1520 AC

The Pure Lion of Lothen

Civil action

In 1480 AC, under the reign of Destin Whiteshield of Lothen, the movement of the “Pure Lion” was created and supported by the king and certain powerful families. The movement wanted the banishment of the vampires from the kingdom and the cancellation of their authority regarding political and military matters. King Destin supported the idea and became known as “Destin the Pure”. He sent Akreyn Thiaspis away and ordered the crucifixion of all the vampires of Lothen. The movement found great support from the common people, and massive inner conflicts occurred, in a time filled with assassinations, attacks and highly increased crime. Large numbers of people fled the capital and the kingdom during the next years. The movement seized to exist along with the end of Destin Whiteshield’s reign in 1520 AC.

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1986 AC

1990 AC

Lothen's Daughter

Expedition

In 1986 AC, King Vheod Whiteshield the 5th, answered the call of Goualekir and formed the huge army of the Daughter. Bladefall was considered one of the chosen cities of a powerful prophecy, and therefore had to contribute in the war to come against the return of Nedel, nearly two thousand years after his imprisonment. The Era of the Four Daughters, found king Vheod worthy of his legacy. He sent the largest part of Lothen’s army east, to fight in “The War of the Daughters” in 1990 AC.

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1990 AC

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The Battle of the Four Daughters

Military action

The God Nedel spearheads an assault against the united Daughters/Cities of Vitallia, resulting in the 2nd Siege of Goualekir. The conflict culminates in the Battle of the Four Daughters, a pivotal moment in Vitallia's history, rivaling even the significance of the Great War of the Gods. The resolute defense succeeds in repelling Nedel's attack, banishing his essence from Vitallia and securing a crucial victory for the united forces.

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