Aavalin

Aavalin is a world that exists within the Material Plane, and is the main setting for the campaign. A diverse world rich with different languages and cultures, Aavalin has eight countries across four continents.

## History

Aavalin was created by the Goddess Ennera thousands of years ago. -insert more about Aavalin's history here... it's gonna take a long time to write so be ready LOL-

## Calendar

Aavalin has 360 days across 12 months, each with 30 days. The seven days of the week are Morndas, Tirdas, Middas, Turdas, Fredas, Loredas, and Sundas.

## Countries

### Aspal

Aspal is a land of varied landscapes that has been conquered many times throughout its history by both Pyrias and Caswar. It is only within the last century that Aspal has managed to establish itself as its own country, not just group of colonies. Aspal is envied by many for its extremely fertile soil. It is home to several volcanos to the north, none of which have erupted in centuries. Its south is a warm tropic often described as paradise by the people who live there.

In recent years, Aspal has endured war from both Pyrias and Caswar. The most recent war with Pyrias, started by the now-deceased King Armand of Aspal and the now-deceased Emperor Leonid of Pyrias, lasted for thirteen years, only ending in 2246. Aspal had very little time to enjoy peace before being plunged into war again with Caswar in 2254.

Aspalians long for a day when they can truly enjoy peace and freedom, without the threat of war looming over the horizon.

Cities:

* Ilarfield
* Leilathis
* Saranim
* Shora

### Athadell

A land of former glory. For a long time, Athadell was a major power in the world, with a strong royal line, strong army, and fully capable of holding its own against its neighbour and rival, Bethana. 58 years ago, however, things changed for the worse – the final monarch of the ancient House of Elenir, Queen Cybille, died without an heir. The country was thrown into turmoil, with different noble houses fighting amongst each other for power. This infighting lasted for years, and more than one noble house was destroyed in the process. By the time the House of Aerida managed to win enough power to crown King Silvain Aerida, the country was a mess.

The house of Aerida has proven to be a wise choice of ruler. One of the wealthiest houses in the kingdom, they have slowly been making as Athadell glorious and beautiful as it once was. Silvain's daughter, Queen Camina, is the current monarch.

Most Athadell's cities and towns are in various states of disrepair. The two exceptions are Abraco, the capital and historic home of House Aerida, and Nelonia, a town and school dedicated to magic. The true beauty of Athadell, however, lies in its nature. From the awe-inspiring mountains to the breathtaking countryside, Athadell is an incredibly beautiful country. The people of Athadell will generally agree, however, that the most gorgeous sight in the country is the incredibly large and powerful Summerset Falls, between the cities of Ninthalor and Morana.

Cities:

* Abraco
* Morana
* Ninthalor
* Somira

### Bethana

The largest country in the world, and one of the most powerful. Bethana is home to many different people from many different backgrounds, and is proud of its mixed heritage – as well as its friendship with the neighbouring country of Illuren.

Bethana is known to have a large army, though it seldom instigates wars. Historically, there has been tension between Bethana and Athadell, due to various monarchs from either country wanting more territory for their people. Bethana once controlled the land where Oston now lies, as well, before the people there decided to secede and form their own land.

While many different people from around the world live in Bethana, there is a particularly large population of high elves, especially further north. The current monarch is King Aevin, a teenage moon elf who was crowned King at age 3, when his father died young. Around the time of his coronation, a small but notable group of people left the country for other lands, refusing to bow down to such a small child. Now, however, many are quite fond of the young king, who has proved to be bright and clever.

Cities:

* Aythen
* Morneas
* Sirin
* Thalune
* Winterfrost

### Caswar

Caswar is a country few travel to. Most of its landscape is fairly bleak and barren, and the people of Caswar have become accustomed to hunger and poverty. Only the wealthiest citizens enjoy a life of plenty, with a strict class system enforced throughout the country. King Anaximander is the latest in a long line of power-hungry rulers.

King Anaximander's daughter, Princess Aura, went missing in 2254. Her disappearance began a brutal war between Caswar and the neighbouring kingdom, Aspal, with whom tensions were already high. Caswar and Aspal had often threatened each other with war, as Caswarians have always envied the luscious, fertile farmland of Aspal's north, and the warm beauty of its south.

Caswar is also home to the greatest presence of the Cult of Falina. In times of need and desperation, people have been more easily swayed to her cause - a cause that has seemingly corrupted the landscape even further, plunging the people of Caswar further into despair.

Cities:

* Athtaran
* Ozomore
* Veylune
* Voxis

### Illuren

The oldest country in the world. Illuren is known to attract many devout worshippers of the Pantheon – a great many High Temples are in the cities here. Feypass in particular is known as the oldest city in the world, and is a place of pilgrimage for worshippers of Ennera.

Illuren has enjoyed peace throughout much of its history. As a major religious centre for the world, leaders throughout history have avoided conflict with it. The few wars it has had were short-lived, mostly thanks to its neighbour and ally, Bethana.

Illuren is home to many humans, elves, and gnomes, though other races can be found scattered throughout. The current monarch is Queen Elisaraine, a half-elf who won over her people through a deep love and devotion to her country and the Pantheon. Her birth was something of a scandal, as the line of monarchs in Illuren had been human for an incredibly long time.

Cities:

* Canairo
* Deepwick
* Feypass

### Oston

Called “The Land of the Small” by some, Oston was formed out of the country of Bethana 304 years ago. The region was home to the dwarven city of Elderil, the halfling city of Brille, and the gnome city of Tarina. The people there agreed that they were tired of being ruled over by the Big Folk, and desired to govern themselves – and so they did. Bethana agreed to let them go, and the region of Oston became the *country* of Oston.

The three little races mostly stick to their own parts of Oston, with the exception of the city of Veos. Veos is the City of the Council, where two elected representatives of each race join together to govern the country. The city itself is multicultural, and the only place in the country where the dwarves, gnomes, and halflings all truly get along.

While the people of Oston are all proud of the country they built together, there has always been tension between the races. People from each city are eager to have their representative on the council be the most important, and each city considers itself to be the crowning jewel of Oston. Overall, however, it is a peaceful land, content to be protected by the Big Folk of Bethana while still governing themselves.

Cities:

* Brille
* Elderil
* Tarina
* Veos

### Othium

Othium stands out from the other continents of Aavalin. It floats high in the sky above the ocean, unreachable to any who are incapable of flight. It is inhabited almost entirely by Sky Elves, and they do not associate with anyone else in the world if they can avoid it.

Othium prides itself on being a refined, unique culture, and of being closest to the Gods in every possible way. They were the first children of the Gods, and Othium was their reward for being faithful servants of Ennera. All the citizens of Othium are descendants of the first people, and originated from Illuren. As such, the two countries have always had a small amount of tension when forced to interact - both claim to be the first, the eldest, the original.

Othium remains somewhat of a mystery. Most have never seen it, and never will.

Cities:

* Azuros
* Cerulle

### Pyrias

Being fairly far-removed from the other continents of Aavalin, Pyrias has always been rather self-contained. Most of the country is a large desert, with a slightly cooler climate further north, and a small mountain range surrounding the city of Vernas.

At the heart of Pyrian culture is the worship of the Goddess Auna, the Goddess of Life and Death. Her High Temple is located in Wistari, and its High Priest, Ailas, is treated with more reverence than the Emperor himself.

Only two years ago, the land of Pyrias was placed in peril when a pair of Black Dragons awoke from a long sleep, threatening to destroy the land. A group of fairly well-known adventurers, the Pyrian Stars, became legend and heroes when they slayed the two beasts, saving their homeland. The Pyrian Stars continue to travel Pyrias – and the rest of the world – helping people wherever they can.

Cities:

* Nilison
* Vernas
* Wistari

## Religion

Religion in Aavalin is mainly centred around a group of deities called the Pantheon. These 10 Gods created the Material Plane and everything in it, and while some focus to focus on a single God specifically, all ten are worshipped together.

That is not to say that Aavalin only has one religion; smaller religions do exist, usually formed to worship Celestials or Fiends. Another major religion in Aavalin - though not one people like to discuss - is the Cult of Falina. Falina was once a member of the Pantheon until she fell; her cult believes she is the truth, and that she must be restored. Those who follow Falina also typically follow her daughter, Eldalia.

### Pantheon Members

* Ennera
* Viella
* Elfaren
* Aion
* Ceruna
* Heldir
* Auna
* Zirios
* Elaithen
* Varienna