Tales of Air'rim(OOC)

**Sigma** · 03-31-2010, 10:31 AM

Millennia ago, the Demon Goddess Hellionus waged a war with both the gods and the mortal world of Air'rim. summoning a vast army from the depths of the underworld and gathering legions of loyal worshipers. they became a blight on the land need to be stopped. soon the nations united under one banner in repelling against her armies.

And for the past decade, the war was intensely fought by both sides. and in the finally Battle of the City of Ozen'mri, the gods themselves fought above the city against Hellionus. In the final act of ending this war. the gods sealed her away with all there power combined in a dark crystal and cast her out to the ends of the world, forever trapped in a dark dimension.

In the Aftermath. her armies were scattered and broken, the many demon lords warring against one another for control. thus becoming no more of a threat to the nations. However. after her defeat a prophecy was told of her return, that a mortal child born of her dark blood would guarantee her release and bring about a new age of darkness.

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Character List

Zathlan Marithas
Chast Teller
Samantha Force
Krath Er'Fashaal
Raetek
Zellin
Harki
Karrigan D'viere
Dethsed

**Sigma** · 03-31-2010, 10:32 AM

Races of Air'rim

Human
Humans are the most numerous, yet also the most contentious of all the races of Air'rim. Only once has humanity ever been united beneath a single banner, that being many millennia ago during the Great War of the Gods. humanity has founded many nations throughout the history of Air'rim. currently there are five known countries founded by humans that have remained. Orlaisden, Numvera, Azillia, Bethkra and Velldon.

Elf

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The Elves of Air'rim were once the greatest and most powerful empire in the whole world. Now the Elves are a race in its twilight; the long and bitter war against the Demon Goddess has ravaged their once-great empire, and the Elf race has begun to dwindle. Facing this steady decline, the Elves remain resolute and unbowed.

Mal'kri

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The Mal'kri are an race of ant-like cretures. The they live in the heavily fortified Mount Kritol. Mal'kri have a very structured society with a definite caste system. Mandiblors are the lowest and do duty as guards, workers and soldiers. These are overseen by their broodleader. Above them, acting as leaders are the Battlemasters, who also can act more independently than the broods of Mandiblors. Much like an ant colony the majority of mal'kri are male and their society is matriarchal with the head female being their queen. And strangely, females have a more human appearance then the more insectoid males.

Dwarf

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Dwarves are short and stout creatures mostly inhabiting . taking advantage of their size when possible and relying on their robust and though strength when not. like the mal'kri, they too dwell in the mountains, however the two races have been at odds and fight a sort of Cold War. neither willing to declare war on the other.

In past ages, the dwarves rarely left the safety of their mountain fortresses, spending their time on refining metal and stone into powerful weapons and beautiful jewelry. However, when the call to battle sounds, they rise up to defend their friends and allies with unmatched courage and valor.

Golem

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Built by the dwarves, the golems were the only defense for the dwarven kingdoms against the forces of Hellionus. these creatures of hewn stone or sheets of metal were animated with a spark of mana. however, there was a price in the process of creating golems as each would require a soul to function. as such, the most brave of dwarves would volunteer themselves in creation of the golems.

In the present day, the Dwarves have all but lost the knowledge in their creation and would be best left that way. however many hundreds, maybe even thousands of golems remain inactive or wonder the land. some gaining independence, others waiting for their new masters.

Demon
The origins of the demons of Air'rim is mystery. what is known that they've existed long before the Great War. possibly offspring of hellionus as some would proclaim themselves. demons come in many variety, from common beasts, to malevolent spirits, to semi-intelligent creatures and to fully intelligent humanoids. powerful demon lords are able to command vast armies of their fellow demons and the helspawn, their hive-minded brethren.

Helspawn

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Helspawn are tainted creatures spawned by the Demon Goddess. they filled the bulk of her armies during the Great War. as well as the armies of the warring demon lords.

The helspawn horde is connected through the dark taint, functioning as a hive-mind similar to ants. While high ranking helspawn have a limited influence upon small groups, only Demons above them can command entire hordes.

**Sigma** · 03-31-2010, 10:37 AM

Rules

RA rules apply
No Godmoding
Your allowed to createup to five characters unless you can handle it.
If you wish to create your own race. PM me about it first.
Have fun!

More rules may be added.

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World Map

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Velldon
Velldon, or the Velldonian Empire, is currently the most powerful nation in Air'rim. Valeaux is the capital of Velldon, and home to the Church of the Celestial Goddess. Velldon is currently ruled by Empress Selvaria II followed by her mother. other major cities include Arlesans, Ghislain, and Jadera. the armies of Velldon are by far the largest then the other four nations.

Bethkra
The Bethkra Imperium is a nation ruled by a Magocracy. The leaders of the Imperium are called Magi Lords and are led by the Imperator Magi. bethkra is the smallest out of the nations but makes up for it with great magical strength in it's armies. Its capital is Azientel and has several other major cities such as Ishsel and Byzanti. the imperium has also been known for controling half of the Air'rim desert line with velldon controling a small bit.

Numvera
Over one thousand years ago, at the end of the Great War, the city-state of Numvera was founded along the coasts of Eastern Air'rim. Numvera developed a thriving economy based on fishing and exports. Over the years mighty fleets of merchant vessels were built and they sailed throughout the seas in search of exotic goods to trade and sell.

Today Numvera has become a country itself after centuries of war with neighboring city-states in the region. the first three city-states to fall became symbols of Numvera. Kiith, Urhal and Stormpeak.

Azilia
Home of the Dwarven/human City of Ozen'mri, the sight of the final battle of the Great War. while the region that is known today as Azillia has gone through time of strife and civil war. even if the forces of King Curian took victory, azillia is weakened by the internal conflicts and is therefor, the weakest out of the nations. as times changed, the king has been moved to the new capital city of Palavhirrim.

Orlaisden
By far the oldest country out of the five, having been established a century before the Great War begun and has stood a thousand years today. even if being the oldest, it's military is not beyond that of Velldon. Orlaisden is known for it's beautiful cities such as Corseti or what many may call it, the "White City". it is guarded by the City of Anori outside.

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Anyone is welcomed to play as the Chosen one just so you know. and any suggections are welcome.

**Lake** · 03-31-2010, 04:05 PM

Hey, interesting story, I just have one question before I post my potential character: Do you have a map or a more detailed description of the five human countries? I just don't want to make up details if you have anything specific in mind.