The world was almost destroyed in this legendary war. Among the mighty weapons were devices that could control the great dragons. Many would seek to control the dragons, but only the rod still exists. Through the ages the imperial family has always wielded it wisely. It's the only thing that's keeping mages like Profion from running everything.
Trouble is, it's too powerful.
Can't use it to stop them magical creeps from doin' tons of little stuff to make everyone else's life miserable. The School of Magic's towers contain the greatest collection of magical artifacts in the world. There is hardly a magical tome or device that cannot be found somewhere within its vast libraries and storerooms. Apprentice mages care for many smaller magical creatures. At this school, the young apprentices receive their early training.