History of the Dominion of Aethryos

=== The Chronicles of Vynaria: The Rise of the Dominion ===
Prologue: The Founding of Elador
In the early days of the world of Abexilas, on the untamed continent of Caerus, two men with humble beginnings set the course of history. Valerius Aranthor and his son, Aedric, were simple farmers, wandering the wilds in search of a place to call their own. Fortune smiled upon them when they stumbled upon an unclaimed land, untouched by any nation or town. It was here, amidst the rolling hills and fertile plains, that they planted the first seeds of a settlement—Elador.
Elador grew rapidly, nourished by the hard work and determination of its founders and inhabitants. It became a beacon of prosperity in a land full of potential, attracting settlers who sought a new life. Yet, the burgeoning town’s success did not go unnoticed by the greater powers of Caerus. Recognizing the need for protection from the ever-present threat of stronger forces, Valerius and Aedric made a strategic decision: they pledged their allegiance to the Jarldom of Flanderia, seeking safety under its banner.
For two weeks, Elador thrived under Flanderia’s protection. However, dark clouds soon gathered on the horizon. The United Nations of Krasnoi (UCRK), a formidable coalition of states, cast their gaze upon Elador and labeled its people as squatters. The UCRK, rather than resorting to violence, offered to pay $205,000 for Elador to vacate the land. In a bid to avoid conflict, Valerius and Aedric consulted Flanderia’s officials and accepted the offer. With the payment secured, the people of Elador prepared to leave their beloved town behind and begin anew on the continent of Talasi.
Chapter I: The Journey to Talasi and the Founding of New-Elador
The people of Elador embarked on a new journey, leaving behind the lands of Caerus for the distant continent of Talasi. Upon arrival, they founded New-Elador, a town built on the hope of rekindling the spirit of their former home. Yet, despite their best efforts, it became clear that New-Elador would never truly replace what was lost. The memories of Caerus lingered, and the longing for a place that truly felt like home persisted.
Valerius, ever the visionary, scoured the maps of the world in search of a new beginning. His eyes fell upon a region in the Subcontinental area of Rozakkor'a—a land once claimed by the now-extinct Imperial Crownlands of Kaddu. Seeing an opportunity to build a legacy that would endure, Valerius led a group of Eladorians on yet another journey, this time to Rozakkor'a, where they established a new city and a new nation.
Chapter II: The Birth of the Bandit Empire
The city of Banderia rose from the ashes of their past, a testament to the resilience and ambition of the Aranthor family. Valerius and his brother, Jackeri Aranthor, took the reins of leadership, guiding their people through this new chapter. With the wealth they had amassed, they made a bold decision: to birth the Bandit Empire, a nation founded on the principles of freedom, adventure, and the thrill of pillaging.
For a week, the Bandit Empire reveled in its newfound identity. However, their reputation as marauders quickly drew the ire and fear of neighboring states, including the remnants of Kaddu. Realizing that their image as bandits was more a hindrance than a help in diplomatic matters, the Aranthor brothers rebranded their nation as the City State of Banderia, shedding the bandit moniker in favor of a more refined identity.
Despite the rebranding, relations with Kaddu remained strained. But Banderia found new opportunities for expansion and protection in the form of vassalage. The growing town of Laetaris and the distant nation of Dwlid were brought under Banderia’s wing, each vassalized for their mutual benefit—Laetaris for protection, and Dwlid for the expansion of Banderian influence.
Chapter III: The Vassalage to Chimeria and the Rise of the Empire of Banderia
As Banderia expanded, so too did its influence. This growth eventually attracted the attention of the Eternal Empire of Chimeria, a vast and ancient dominion that ruled much of Rozakkor'a. Chimeria’s Emperor extended an offer to Banderia: vassalage under the pretense of protection, prosperity, and assistance in navigating the complexities of the world. Unaware of the underlying motives, Valerius accepted the offer, believing it would lead Banderia to greater heights.
Under Chimerian rule, Banderia evolved into the Empire of Banderia, with its vassals Laetaris and Dwlid flourishing into the Imperijas of Laetaris and the Socialist State of Dwlid, respectively. For a time, the Empire of Banderia prospered, expanding its territories, building its cities, and strengthening its people. The Aranthor family ruled with a vision of unity and growth, believing that the promises of Chimeria would guide them to their destiny.
Chapter IV: The Formation of the Grand Roza Imperium
With the Empire of Banderia thriving, Valerius sought to bring together the nations of the Subcontinental Rozakkor'a under a single banner. He reached out to Volanshar, Karkaros, Kaddu, Gura, Laetaris, and Dwlid, proposing the formation of a grand union—the Grand Roza Imperium. However, the dream of a united subcontinent was not to be. One by one, the nations declined the offer, with only Dwlid agreeing to join Banderia in the formation of the Imperium.
The Grand Roza Imperium was born, a federation of two nations united by common goals and mutual respect. But even as the Imperium took shape, Valerius and his followers dreamed of something greater—a Dominion. Within a week, the Imperium was dissolved to make way for the Dominion of Vynaria, with Dwlid fully integrated as a part of this new, powerful state.
Chapter V: The Banishing of Jackeri Aranthor and the Secession of Laetaris
As the Dominion of Vynaria solidified its power, dark secrets began to emerge. It was discovered that Jackeri Aranthor, Valerius’s brother, possessed powers that were deemed unsafe and dangerous to the stability of the Dominion. Fearing the consequences of these powers, Valerius made the difficult decision to banish his brother to the realms of Banlandia, a desolate place from which none could return. Jackeri, filled with rage and a thirst for revenge, vowed to one day bring down the Dominion that had cast him out.
Meanwhile, within the Dominion, unrest began to brew. The people of Laetaris, once content under Banderian rule, started seeking their freedom. After much negotiation, their wish was granted. They paid a fine of $150,000 and became an isolationist state, severing ties with their former overlords. However, the separation did not bring peace. Tensions between Vynaria and Laetaris grew, and relations between the nations of the subcontinent and Laetaris slowly crumbled.
Chapter VI: The Voidling Transformation and the Rise of Aedric Aranthor
As Laetaris drifted away, the Dominion of Vynaria turned its focus inward, delving deep into the ancient and mystical powers of the world. The Dominion began studying void magic and the history of their heritage, eventually uncovering the secrets of Vyrnathism—a majestic race of Void Humans who lived in harmony with the cosmos.
In a bold and unprecedented move, Valerius Aranthor volunteered to undergo an ancient ritual to become a Voidling, crossing through the Void, the Nether, and the End before returning as the first successful Vyrnathist. His transformation marked a new era for the Dominion, blending the physical and mystical into one.
With his newfound power, Valerius decided it was time to step down. He relinquished his position as Supreme Leader to his son, Aedric Aranthor, and took on the role of Dominion Overseer—a member of the council of elders who would guide the future of the Dominion.
Chapter VII: The Turmoil of Chimeria and the Betrayal of Vinovia
During this period of transformation, the Eternal Empire of Chimeria underwent a series of upheavals. Under the rule of three Emperors—Thesseion the Great, Ethanair the Humble, and Schnurr the Arrogant—Chimeria was a land of shifting power and growing unrest. When Emperor Ethanair was accused of grave crimes, he was summoned to the world’s court, found guilty, and banished to the Void, never to return. The void of leadership left by Ethanair’s exile caused further instability in Chimeria.
Before his exile, Emperor Ethanair had granted Valerius Aranthor the city of Blackthorn as a personal holding. However, the new Emperor Schnurr, full of arrogance and entitlement, demanded that Valerius relinquish the city back to Chimeria. Valerius refused, igniting a fierce argument that culminated in Schnurr accusing him of illegal land coups. The mystical beings known as the Stafferies, the arbiters of justice in the world of Abexilas, declared the charges baseless, reaffirming Valerius’s rightful ownership of Blackthorn.
Chapter VIII: The Turmoil of Chimeria and the Betrayal of Vinovia (Continued)
In response to these events, Valerius issued an ultimatum to the Eternal Empire of Chimeria: fulfill the agreement of vassalage to the Dominion or pay $1,000,000 along with 10 war sets and 10 war swords in reparations if they wanted the city of Blackthorn returned. The stakes were high, and the tension between the Dominion of Vynaria and Chimeria reached a boiling point.
During this tumultuous time, the Dominion reached out to the Akashiro Shogunate, a nation that had risen against Chimerian rule. In a bold move, Valerius informed the Shogunate that the Dominion held the Chimerian capital under its control and promised to pledge the capital to the Shogunate if Chimeria betrayed them. This strategic maneuver was intended to put additional pressure on the Chimerians, ensuring that the Dominion’s demands were taken seriously.
However, as negotiations continued, a new player entered the scene: the Vinovian Commonwealth. The leader of Vinovia, known as Syndicate, offered the Dominion permanent protection and the required war sets and swords in exchange for their independence from Chimeria. Blinded by the prospect of gaining both power and freedom, Valerius accepted the deal, believing that it would finally secure the Dominion’s future.
But as soon as the Dominion signed over the Chimerian capital back to its original owners, the Vinovians revealed their true intentions. They went back on their word, accusing the Dominion of treachery and using scrolls of the Dominion’s private communications with the Akashiro Shogunate to paint them as traitors. The betrayal was swift and devastating. The Dominion’s reputation was tarnished, and their alliances strained.
Enraged by this deception, the Dominion of Vynaria forcefully declared its independence from both Chimeria and Vinovia. Valerius declared the Vinovian Commonwealth and the Eternal Empire of Chimeria as enemies of the state and laid claim to their vassals that bordered the Dominion’s lands. The response from Chimeria was immediate and harsh—they denounced the Dominion, branding it a failed extortionist state.
In retaliation, the Dominion released a series of scrolls, proving their innocence and revealing the duplicity of their former allies. Yet, despite these efforts, the damage had been done, and the world looked upon the Dominion with suspicion and disdain.
Chapter VIIII: The Rise of Aedric Aranthor and the Path to War
As the Dominion of Vynaria grappled with the fallout of the Vinovian betrayal, Aedric Aranthor, the newly appointed Supreme Leader, faced the immense challenge of restoring the Dominion’s honor and securing its future. Aedric, a leader known for his strategic brilliance and unwavering determination, set about rebuilding the Dominion’s alliances and preparing for the inevitable conflict that loomed on the horizon.
Under Aedric’s leadership, the Dominion focused on fortifying its defenses, training its armies, and seeking out new allies who shared their vision of freedom and strength. The Dominion Overseers, led by Valerius, provided counsel and guidance, ensuring that Aedric’s rule was just and effective.
The discovery of Vyrnathism continued to play a significant role in the Dominion’s culture and identity. The teachings of the Void, combined with the mystical powers now wielded by the Dominion’s leaders, became a source of both inspiration and fear. Aedric, following in his father’s footsteps, underwent the Voidling transformation, emerging as a powerful Vyrnathist who could lead his people through the trials ahead.
As the Dominion prepared for war, relations with Laetaris, their former vassal, remained tense. Laetaris, now an isolationist state, viewed the Dominion’s actions with growing suspicion. The fragile peace between the two nations was further strained by the Dominion’s alliances and the ever-present threat of conflict.
=== To Be Continued.... ===