Important Mythology

## Creation Myth

In the time before time, there was only the primordial void, an expanse of formless chaos that stretched across the infinite abyss. From this abyss emerged two divine beings, the Mother and Father, whose essence embodied creation itself.

Recognizing the need to bring order and life to the formless void, the Mother and Father made a great sacrifice. They relinquished their physical forms, melding their essence into the fabric of existence. Their sacrifice unleashed a surge of raw cosmic energy, birthing the stars, galaxies, and the very fabric of reality. Ol'halla, the Mother Ocean, took on the aspect of boundless creation, while Rashi, the Sky Father, became the weaver of the celestial tapestry. From the remnants of their sacrifice, seven children emerged, each bearing the spark of divinity and a purpose tied to the creation of mortal life.

Arkhaoz, the Destroyer, inherited the chaotic energies, embracing the transformative power of destruction and rebirth. From the fiery tempest of his essence, he shaped the draconic humanoid race known as the Draohs, fierce beings destined to test the mettle of all creation.

Firg, the Glistener, reveled in mischief and trickery. With nimble fingers and a wicked sense of humor, Firg molded the Imps, small horned creatures bursting with creativity and the propensity for mischief.

Gissa, the Smith, forged her creations with skill and ingenuity. Inspired by the touch of her divine guidance, the Nezu, rat-like humanoids, developed inquisitive minds, a penchant for exploration, and a remarkable knack for finding fortune in the unlikeliest of places.

Hugor, the Farmer, bestowed upon the world the resilient Humes, a prolific race of humanoids blessed with a sense of community, agricultural prowess, and a deep reverence for nature's bounties.

Maej, the Oracle, gazed into the enigmatic threads of fate. From her visions, she shaped the Sidhe, diminutive beings with ethereal wings and an innate connection to magic, destined to guard the secrets of knowledge and the mystical arts.

Nephus, the Thunderer, channeled his divine strength and stoic wisdom into the creation of the Nephran, a stout and imposing race whose indomitable spirit is a beacon of strength amidst adversity.

Shea'a, the Caregiver, wove her essence into the fabric of life itself. Guided by her nurturing touch, the Fau, a deer-like race of insightful humanoids, embraced their kinship with nature and the interconnectedness of all living things.

Though the mortals know not of the Mother and Father's sacrifice, they revere them as living deities, offering prayers and devotion to the gods they favor. The children, however, hold the secret of their origins, watching over their mortal creations from the celestial realms.

Through the ages, the mortal races have flourished, each dwelling in their own distinct regions, sometimes coexisting peacefully, while at other times clashing in war or engaging in fruitful trade. Yet, deep within their hearts, a shared heritage binds them—a hidden tapestry of creation, woven by the gods' sacrifice, forever shaping the destiny of their world.

And so, the creation myth is whispered in the sacred halls, passed down through generations, and held as a treasured secret known only to the gods and a chosen few. It is a tale of sacrifice, power, and the enduring legacy of the divine in the realm of mortals, forever shaping the tapestry of this setting.

## Founding of the Dominances

As each divine child reveled in their unique domains and the flourishing mortal races, they became aware of a disconcerting truth—the souls of the deceased were vanishing into the cosmic mists, their ultimate fate unknown.

In their explorations through the cosmic mists, the divine children stumbled upon a profound mystery—a twilight realm, the Grey Wastes. Here, lost souls wandered aimlessly. Caught in the delicate balance between light and darkness, these souls roamed the twilight realm, their presence echoing with longing and uncertainty.

Realizing the plight of these wayward souls, the divine children, imbued with the power of their divine parents, made it their solemn duty to create sanctuaries within the cosmic chaos, guiding these souls toward their ultimate fates.

The Central Dominance emerged as a bastion of light and virtue, created by the Children.  They created the Archangels Platina, Argentis, and Aurum, to lead their celestial armies.  This Holy Triumvirate embodies the virtues of valor, serenity, and enlightenment, standing as protectors of lost souls, striving to lead them toward their rightful destinies.

Meanwhile, the malevolent Shoguns of the Outer Dominances waged an unrelenting war, not only against the Holy Triumvirate but also against each others fiendish armies, vying for power and the souls of the fallen in this cosmic battleground.

And so, the Dominances came into being, a realm where the choices of mortals reverberated through the cosmos, and the celestial and fiendish powers contended for the souls that traversed the liminal space between light and darkness.

## The Dragonfall

In the annals of history, the epic conflict known as 'The Dragonfall' is etched as a tale of might and defiance. It began as life flourished across the newly created world, and Arkhaoz, the Destroyer, sought to test the mettle of creation. With a breath that could shatter mountains, he gave birth to the dragons, formidable creatures of boundless power and majesty. Yet, in their splendor, the dragons became too ravenous in their hunger for dominion, threatening to consume all they surveyed.

It was then that Nephus, the Thunderer, heeded the call of duty. With hands that could cleave the heavens, he forged the Storm Giants, a race of titans whose very purpose was to quell the dragons' fiery reign. Thus began 'The Dragonfall,' an epic war that would stretch across centuries and reshape the world itself.

The dragons, once the unrivaled lords of the skies, now found themselves facing an adversary equally mighty. The Storm Giants, fueled by the divine purpose bestowed upon them, were relentless in their pursuit of victory. The heavens trembled with their clashes, and the earth shook under the weight of their battles.

Slowly but steadily, the tide turned against the dragons. Their numbers dwindled, their once-mighty cities crumbled, and their dominion waned. The Storm Giants, though fewer in number, stood triumphant, a testament to the indomitable spirit of creation's defenders.

A thousand years have passed since the last dragon fell, their fiery breath extinguished. The world began to heal from the scars of the Dragonfall, and the mortal races emerged from the shadow of this titanic conflict. They forged kingdoms, developed early Bronze Age technology, and cultivated their own destinies, barely remembering the cosmic struggle that had shaped their existence.

Yet, the Storm Giants, without their ancient enemy, found themselves adrift. Their numbers dwindled as they roamed the world in solitude, rarely encountering another of their kind. Only the Hill Giants, their lesser cousins, remained as a true remnant of their once-mighty existence. 'The Dragonfall' has faded into the annals of history, leaving behind a legacy of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring echoes of a world forever changed.

## The Astral Plane

In the distant reaches of the Astral realm, the children of the Mother and Father gaze down upon their mortal creations, ever watchful and protective. From their celestial abodes, resembling magnificent castles or planets adorned with ethereal beauty, they oversee the world, guiding and safeguarding it from the Thirteen Catastrophes.

For the Catastrophes, in their inscrutable nature, pose a threat to the delicate balance of existence. The children, aware of these cosmic entities' destructive potential, dedicate themselves to shielding their mortal races from the ravages of these cataclysms. They stand as beacons of divine protection, interceding when necessary, and directing their creations toward resilience and survival.

As the Catastrophes stir in the depths of the cosmos, the children's castles gleam with celestial light, emanating a comforting presence that shields the mortal realms. When the Thirteen Catastrophes threaten to breach the celestial barrier and unleash their destructive forces, the children rally their powers, employing ancient magic and celestial might to repel these existential threats.

In times of great crisis, when the power of a Catastrophe surges and their presence looms over the mortal world, the children reveal themselves to select mortals deemed worthy of the revelation. These chosen individuals, touched by the divine, become champions and vessels of their respective gods' power. They embark on perilous quests, seeking ancient artifacts or performing sacred rituals to thwart the advance of the Catastrophes.

The mortal races, unaware of the true nature of these cosmic entities, witness the consequences of their wrath as natural disasters, plagues, or cataclysmic events. They attribute these occurrences to the fickle nature of their gods and the whims of fate. Prayers and rituals are offered in desperation, beseeching the gods for protection and salvation from the disasters that befall them.

Unbeknownst to mortals, it is the unseen hand of the children and their celestial abodes that shields them from the full brunt of the Catastrophes. Their existence remains a hidden truth, known only to the most enlightened individuals, the chosen champions, and those who have been touched by the divine grace of the gods.

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