Aetherial Council

## The Aetherial Council

The Aetherial Council combines the efforts of the most outstanding mortals of the Nexus in the defense against the Extraplanars.

## Relationships

### Enemies

Extraplanars
 Dragons

## Aetherial Council Is Known For:

This council is known for its mystical and enigmatic nature, its pursuit of knowledge, and its guardianship of the Aetherial Realm, a parallel dimension of immense power and significance. While the Aetherial Council is a product of creative storytelling and imagination, it has captivated the minds of readers, gamers, and viewers for its role in shaping the narratives in which it appears.

## Origins

The Aetherial Council draws from various mythological and philosophical sources, primarily the ancient notion of the "aether" or "ether," a quintessential element believed to fill the heavenly realms in ancient cosmology.

## Notable Characteristics

### Guardians of the Aetherial Realm

The Aetherial Council is entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding the Aetherial Realm, a realm of immense energy and potential that often holds the key to extraordinary powers and knowledge. This realm is typically depicted as a place where the boundaries of reality are blurred, allowing for the manifestation of incredible phenomena.

### Enigmatic and Wise

Members of the Aetherial Council are portrayed as enigmatic and wise beings. They are often depicted as scholars, mystics, or ancient beings who possess unparalleled knowledge of the Aetherial Realm and the secrets it holds. Their wisdom is sought after by heroes and adventurers who journey to the Aetherial Realm in search of answers, power, or enlightenment.

### Guardians of Balance

In many stories, the Aetherial Council plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance between the forces of light and darkness, order and chaos, or other fundamental dichotomies. They are the mediators and arbitrators who ensure that the Aetherial Realm remains in equilibrium, preventing its power from falling into the wrong hands.

### Council Hierarchy

The organization is typically structured as a council, with a varying number of members, often in multiples of three, symbolizing balance and harmony. Each member may have a unique title and specialization, such as the Keeper of Secrets, the Loremaster, or the Warden of Portals.

### Appearances in Fiction

The Aetherial Council has made appearances in numerous works of fiction, including novels, video games, tabletop role-playing games, and movies. Some notable examples include:

## Legacy

The Aetherial Council has become an enduring symbol of wisdom, mystery, and the pursuit of knowledge in speculative fiction. It continues to inspire new generations of storytellers and captivate the imaginations of audiences worldwide.

The **Aetherial Council** is a clandestine organization comprised of the (self-proclaimed) most powerful mortals and spellcasters of Erideon and the World.

The Aetherial Council claims to represent the interests of mortal kind in the Nexus against incursions by Extraplanars and the tyranny of the incorruptible Dragons. Whether this statement is true or not is left to the interpretation of the reader.

At the same time, the Aetherial Council claims to unite mortal kind (i.e. all inhabitants of the Nexus that are not Incorruptible or Extraplanar) against its many foes. This overly broad and ambitious mission statement has of course failed, and numerous sub-factions have sprouted within the Council, each with different goals in mind.

The Council pools the efforts of the Athenaeum, the Aucourt Institute and the Tarhenius Collegium in Roulan, the Veredyne Lyceum in Coburg, and the Hanseatic Academy of Vaalburght, among many other institutions and organizations.

The Council and the White Covenant have entered into open hostilities following several events in Roulan, including the prison break from the Covenant's dungeons and the partnership of the Athenaeum and the Usual Suspects.

## Composition

The Council is composed of several committees, each one of which focuses on a specific area of magical practice or study. The Council also includes several Orders of nonvoting members.

## Known members

### Committee of Conjuration

* **Gwaehyr bho na Kholen**. An Elf of the Old School.

### Committee of Divination

* **Diero de Naessens**. A master of the divinatory arts, peerless in his abilities. Not linked to any specific Academy, but widely acknowledged for his talents.
* **Aristophal de Varences**. A famed diviner, spellsword, and trickster, widely known for his cunning. A rival of Diero.

### Committee of Evocation

* **Krispin van ter Haar** (former). A master of the evocatory arts, and one of the most famous spellswords of Erideon. Headmaster at the Athenaeum.

### Committee of Enchantment

* **Cadrahyr LLaehyn**. An Elf of Tyrland.

### Committee of Transmutation

* **Kthzul Bronzehand**. One of the few Dwarven members of the Council.

## Known nonvoting members

### Order of the Eldritch Knights

* **Corlion van der Lumenfeld**. Former Headmaster of the Myrwood School.

### Order of Extraplanar Scholars

* **Gwyon de Glauver**. Member of the Athenaeum.