The Prequel Campaign

The Prequel Campaign takes place 5,000 years before the events of The Present Campaign, during the decennial event The Convergence, leading up to the inevitable Cataclysm event that defines the rest of the story going forward.

## Introduction

All that is known in the Material Plane exists on a planet that is the cradle of all civilization in the known material realm: Elura. Sculpted by the primordial energies of the Universe, this vast world is home to a wondrous assortment of incredible creatures. Here on Elura, there exists the continents of Alzea, Edith, Zurkesh, Eisenor, and Argos. Across all corners of the great lands of Elura, life flourishes. Each one rich and unique with flora so beautiful that any mortal would be proud to call their home. However, this world of great beauty harbors a great and terrible curse.

For as long as anyone can remember, the lands of Elura have been plagued by evil energies of a realm beyond space and time, the Planes of Chaos. For centuries, places rampant with corruption were like scars on an otherwise perfect world. No one, not even the bravest warrior, would dare to tread in these accursed lands; for doing so would risk an encounter with a denizen of Chaos. Finally, hope came with the arrival of the Celestials. One day, very suddenly, one hundred beings made of the natural forces and magics of the cosmos set foot on the planet to answer the prayers of the people. These magnificent beings were known as the Titans. Ferrying down on vessels capable of sailing the waves of the stars, they offered to help the people if they would permit the celestials to call the planet their new home.

To the people of Elura, the Titans were gods. Each one capable of leveling a forest with the sweep of a sword or destroying an army with a single thought. Powerful though they were, four stood out that wielded enough strength to bend the very nature of the planet to their will. These four beings came to be known as the Priarchs. There was Detro, the god of the earth. He was the patron lord of all that is might and courage. There was Théos, the second oldest of the Priarchs. Théos was the queen of prosperity and light; of the four, she was the most pure and the most good. Ceris was the youngest of the Priarchs; god of the skies. Of her siblings, she was the most fun. Finally, there was Noros, the god of the stars and wisdom. Commonly known as the Ever King, Noros was the oldest and most powerful of the Priarchs. It is said that he is more ancient than time itself.

Over a period of 10 years, the Titans forged an unbreakable bond with the people of Elura while cleansing the planet of all evil and expelling the grave corruption that plagued the world. This extraordinary time gave way to the first order of warriors to rally behind the Titans and follow their lead above all others: The Astral Guardians.

When the Chaos had finally been destroyed, it dawned a new age for Elura and the planet shined brighter than the greatest star. For the next thousand years, the people knew only paradise. Through the guidance of the Titans, knowledge of the arcane expanded beyond imagination. Ships could sail the skies, other realms could be traveled, vast new horizons could be explored, and perhaps one of the greatest breakthroughs was breathing life into the inanimate. Through magic, the automaton was born. In this new world, this new age, there is nothing that cannot be repaired, nothing that cannot be achieved. When one lives among the gods, the impossible becomes possible.

It is the one thousandth year since the Golden Age began and it is a time for celebration for the day of Celestial Convergence is almost here! Once every 10 years, the dimensional walls between the planes become blurred, allowing beings of all walks of life and every plane in the multiverse to venture freely across the void with almost no limitations! After just one week’s time, the Convergence will begin and last until the month ends.

In the Inner Ring, visitors can enjoy the many shrines built for the Titans, stop by the Ever Temple dedicated to Noros and bask in the magnificence of the Lord of the Stars! Visit one of the many plazas to gaze at incredible architecture or come see the many performers of music, art, and theater! Those wishing to tour the Outer Ring may want to stop by the markets around the skyports where one can find rare items from all over Elura and beyond the planes! Welcome to Turaméa! We hope you have a memorable time and have a happy Convergence!