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World Background

The World of Etheron

Etheron is a vast world filled with mighty empires, ancient magic, and advanced technology. However, it stands on the brink of destruction due to the invasion of Abyssal Forces, eldritch entities that seek to consume all life. To resist this catastrophe, the great races have formed alliances, but political struggles, hidden conspiracies, and ancient secrets threaten to tear them apart.

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🌎 The Great Empires & Their Domains

1️⃣ The Holy Empire of Celestara ⛪ (The Domain of the Holy Church)

🔹 Ruler: The High Pontiff (Spiritual and Political Leader)

🔹 Capital: Sanctum of Radiance

🔹 Inhabitants: Humans, Divine Beasts, Blessed Ones

🔹 Specialty: Divine Magic, Exorcism, Holy Warriors and saintess

Celestara is the headquarters of the Holy Church, a powerful organization that leads the war against the Abyssal Forces.

It is home to the Paladin Order, the Inquisition, and the Saints—individuals chosen by the divine.

While the church is revered as the symbol of righteousness, it harbors dark secrets and hidden agendas.

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2️⃣ The Human Empire – Avaloria 🏰

🔹 Ruler: Emperor Hadrian Valerius (One of the few human Monarch-rank warriors)

🔹 Capital: Imperius City

🔹 Inhabitants: Humans, Beastkin, Mixed-bloods

🔹 Specialty: Swordsmanship, Magic Academies, Military Strategy

The largest empire in Etheron, Avaloria is a powerhouse of military strength and magical research.

Home to the zenith Academy , where talented individuals are trained in combat arts and sorcery.

The Imperial Army is the backbone of the resistance against the Abyssal invasion.

Though humans dominate Avaloria, they are not united, as noble houses and secret factions fight for power.

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3️⃣ Everfrost – The Fairy Domain ❄️ (Land of Mystical Fae)

🔹 Ruler: The Fairy Queen of Sylphoria

🔹 Capital: Sylphoria, the Eternal Glade

🔹 Inhabitants: Fairies, Sylphs, Dryads, Moonlit Foxes

🔹 Specialty: Illusion Magic, Nature Sorcery, Time Manipulation

A mystical land covered in eternal snow, home to the ancient Fairy race.

Fae Warriors use speed and magic to strike the Abyssal Forces.

Legends say that outsiders who enter Everfrost uninvited may never find their way out.

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4️⃣ The Dwarven Clans – Masters of Technology 🔩 (The Stronghold of Invention)

🔹 Ruler: The Grand Forge King

🔹 Capital: Ironhold Fortress

🔹 Inhabitants: Dwarves, Golems, Clockwork Beasts

🔹 Specialty: Advanced Technology, Weapon Crafting, Rune Magic

The greatest engineers in Etheron, developing war machines and enchanted weapons.

Their fortresses are impenetrable, powered by mystical energy cores.

They supply legendary artifacts to the allied forces.

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5️⃣ Oceanic Empire – The Kingdom of Mermaids 🌊 (Rulers of the Deep)

🔹 Ruler: The Sea Empress of Aqualis

🔹 Capital: Aqualis, the Deep Pearl

🔹 Inhabitants: Merfolk, Leviathans, Deepwater Spirits

🔹 Specialty: Water Manipulation, Ocean Magic, Ancient Sea Secrets

A hidden underwater civilization that controls the vast oceanic territories.

Their warriors ride Leviathans, summoning tidal waves in battle.

They use mystical pearls that hold the memories of past ages.

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6️⃣ The Bloodmoon Empire – Home of the Vampires 🦇 (The Eternal Night Kingdom)

🔹 Ruler: The Eternal Blood Emperor

🔹 Capital: Noctis Keep

🔹 Inhabitants: Vampires, Night Stalkers, Shadow Beasts

🔹 Specialty: Blood Magic, Darkness Manipulation, Immortality

Once neutral, the Vampires are now key allies against the Abyss.

They wield Blood Magic, allowing them to control their own vitality and heal wounds instantly.

They are bound by an ancient Blood Pact to fight alongside the alliance.

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⚔️ The Forces Fighting Against the Abyss

🔹 The Allied Races – The Holy Church, Elves, Dwarves, Vampires, Merfolk, and Fairies have united against the Abyss.

🔹 The Paladin Order – Holy Knights who wield divine power to purify corruption.

🔹 The Dwarven Artificers – Engineers who create magic-powered weapons and war machines.

🔹 The Abyss Hunters – Rogue warriors who specialize in tracking and eliminating Abyssal creatures.

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🕷️ The Abyssal Threat (An Ancient Evil Awakens...)

The Abyssal Forces are an eldritch horror that seeks to consume Etheron. Their monstrous armies are endless, and their influence is slowly corrupting the world.

* Abyssal Beings:

1️⃣ Abyss Lords – High-ranking commanders of the Abyss, each controlling a region.

2️⃣ Void Reapers – Shadowy assassins that kill without a trace.

3️⃣ Corruptors – Beings that spread Abyssal energy, turning people into monsters.

4️⃣ Nightmare Beasts – Monstrous creatures that haunt dreams and reality.

5️⃣ The Forgotten – Ancient beings sealed away long ago.

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🕵️ The Cult of the Abyss (A Hidden Threat Lurks...)

A secret organization that worships the Abyss and seeks to destroy Etheron from within.

They infiltrate kingdoms, manipulate nobles, and spread corruption.

Some members have Abyss-infused abilities, making them nearly impossible to detect.

Even the Holy Church fears their influence.

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