The Great Schism of Realms

Also known as "Splintered Worlds
9500 years before Malnaar's imprisonment, in a time when the balance of power was fragile and the world was a tapestry of burgeoning civilisations.
A series of cataclysmic wars erupted between the forces allied with the dragons and those allied with the demons. These conflicts were fuelled by deep-seated animosities, territorial disputes and the struggle for control of the ley lines - mystical channels that carried mana across the lands. The skies darkened with dragonfire while demonic legions ravaged the ground, causing widespread devastation. Ancient alliances were shattered and once-thriving cities lay in ruins as both sides unleashed their most formidable forces in a bid for supremacy.
The aftermath of these wars left indelible scars on the world. The land itself was divided into territories dominated by either dragons or demons, creating a fractured geopolitical landscape that lasted for millennia. This division influenced cultural developments, magical practices and political alliances for generations to come. The split also led to the rise of powerful artefacts imbued with draconic or demonic essence, coveted by many but understood by few. Furthermore, the ancient grudges born of this era continue to shape interspecies relations and set the stage for future conflict.