The most numerous species across the world, Humans are quite varied among the many kingdoms in which they reside. They do not possess any physical qualities of note but they do possess incredible magic potential and creativity. They are the only species that can cast call aspects of magic, making their mages incredibly versatile.


These humanoids possess an incredible resilience to pain, able to shake off the most punishing of blows. Their typical features include some shade of gray skin, black eyes except for a colored iris, black horns, and a pair of black fangs on their bottom and top lines of teeth. Draeni express very little through physical expressions in public, requiring a trained eye to pick up on the nuanced movements they do make. That being said, this makes Draeni very good at reading the expressions of others but struggle to recognize sarcasm and suggestive tones. They face a harsh prejudice however due to their similarity to demons. It does not help their case that they are naturally proficient in dark and body magic while being unable to cast light magic. Extremely bright flashes of light can leave Dranei blinded for longer periods than others


A very broad term for a wide assortment of races, it was first coined by a Elven scholar to described the seemingly human species with animal-like traits. The homeland of the Amali was once the vast forest known as the Evergrove, since taken over by the Dremorian Empire.. Amali typically live in large travelling tribes, normally made out of similar Amali. Most Amali also possess the ability to turn into a large version of the animal they share qualities with. The types of magic available to them depends on the kind of Amali they are.


Anserians are a prideful race with large, typically white, feathered wings with a superior stance towards other races. Their culture revolves around a strict hierarchy of social classes. It is only thanks to the current king of Anseria that this commonly held attitude has started to shift. Blonde hair and blue eyes are very common and desired traits with the kingdom of Anserith. They are masters of the sky and excellent at healing and wind magic while being unable to cast dark and illusion magic.


A race of hardened warriors, everything in Dremoria revolves around one’s strength and prowess in combat. They possess a pair of large, almost always black, featherly wings with a long, leathery tail with a spade-like end. They also have a pair of horns that grow from above their temples . Their ability to fly makes them one of the largest threats to the Kingdom of Anserith. Dremorians revere flying almost as much as they revere the gods, having many traditions centered around the act. Unlike Anserians, They have the natural ability to hide their wings magically. Dremorians have a very high, internal body temperature and are able to withstand intense heat and cold alike. The heat that radiates from their body can be felt by those close enough and one can eventually even read their emotions by the rise and drop in the surrounding temperature. They have a naturally affinity for fire and dark magic but are unable to cast any kind of healing magic. As a compensation, they have developed a much faster regenerative system.


A race of long-living intellectuals, High-Elf society is isolated from the rest of the known world. They are very protective of their traditions and technology from outsiders. They have less raw strength and endurance than other races but make up for it with increased dexterity, agility, and magical prowess. A low birth-rate means that while they live quite long, they are few in number. Vampires, Dark Elves, and Light Elves can trace their origin to this race.


Once High Elves, Dark Elves have abandoned the strict traditions of their ancestors in favor of pursuing their passions They were once hunted by their ancestors and began to operate in the night as a result. Overtime their natural skin color changed to a grey to adapt to the low light. Now they are no longer persecuted but still retain their preference for nighttime living.


Light elves were once a sect of High Elves that retreated into a massive system of caves in a search for enlightenment. The combination of constant devotion and darkness led them to develop bio-luminescent pale skin, giving them an otherworldly appearance. They are even more reclusive the their High Elf ancestors so seeing a Light Elf outside of their home is extremely rare.


A race of very tall humanoids, records suggest they were once much taller than the 9 meter height they are now. They normally possess light bluish skin and live at higher elevations such as far in the mountains. Their ‘cities’ consist of one, continuous mass structure that all of the inhabitants live together. Their children are typically raised by both the parents and the elders of the settlement.


The most ancient race that is alive today, Dragons are perhaps the strongest sentient beings in the world. They are often confused with their lesser cousins, wyverns, who are simply wild beasts. A true dragon boasts incredible toughness, speed, and magical ability. Dragons are typically divided into categories by the kind of magic they can perform. Most dragons can only perform one type of magic, unless they are hybrids, but it is always beyond what other races can do. Their physiology allows them to live for millenia which makes the oldest of their kind extremely wise. They do not produce a lot of offspring and often remain isolated from civilized areas, making it difficult to ever find one.


They share many physical features with dragons, all except for their wings, but on a smaller scale. Early Draconians first lived in deep cave systems, feeding off of mushrooms and creatures that roamed the underground. While Draconians have the ability to live for nearly two centuries, they do not possess the vitality of a Dragon.


Contrary to popular belief, It is impossible to become a vampire through infection. Vampires are actually a cousin to elves who do not consume anything but blood to sustain their bodies allowing them to effectively live forever. Most Vampires are incredibly wealthy from an accumulation of years of experience. They use this wealth to purchase blood from willing donors, alleviating much of the stigma against them. In fact, a whole market has been created for those willing to sell their blood as Vampires are willing to pay very well. They are masters of psychic and dark magic. Unlike the myth, The Sun will not damage a vampire but it does irritate them. That is why most vampires will cover up a majority of their bodies if going outside during the day. The most powerful of their kind convene at a semi-annual summit to discuss matters of the world and gain influence with other vampires. The are originally from the elven homeland in the Isle of the Lost but have since been exiled. Their affinity with blood has allowed them to read the emotions, thoughts, and even memories of the person's blood they ingest.


Also known as faeries, they are small, winged humanoids that can make themselves larger for short periods of time. They are energetic and fast thinkers, often speaking faster than most people can understand. Their lack of physical strength is compensated by their highly potent magic. Each Aetheri is born attuned to a certain element but there are rare instances of Aetheri being born attuned to multiple elements. Typically living from 500 to roughly 700 years, they can have a wealth of wisdom despite their youthful appearances.


A race of stocky, strong, and often stubborn individuals with an appearance similar to humans. They are natural engineers and deep earth miners. They are the only race who completely lack magic, but they make up for it with an incredible resistance to all magical attacks. They have built some of the greatest and most advanced contraptions known throughout the world.


Orcish legends state they were born of fire and mud. Their society is split amongst many different clans who owe loyalty to a single king. Honor is highly valued amongst the clans despite their brutish nature. Elegance is another matter entirely, as Orcs only care if the object will last and is functional. Contrary to other races, Orcs actually grow much stronger in the later parts of their life. It is very rare for Orcish mages to be able to perform more complex and intricate spells. The have the ability to enter a bloodlust in battle, which allows them to take massive amount of damage and keep fighting. They lose much of their reasoning skills and will often pass out when the bloodlust is over. What little magic expertise they posses lies in fire and earth magics, with more disciplined magics beyond their reach.


A reptilian race with the natural ability to camouflage, they possess the shortest lifespan of all the races at an average of 55 years. They are quick to mature however and can adapt very quickly to any environment. Ravseni society divides its individuals into four categories: warriors, shamans, craftsmen, and chiefs. Warriors are much larger than other Ravseni and in charge of hunting, keeping the peace, and defending the others. Shamans are magic casters in the Ravseni and also serve as spiritual guides. Craftsmen are the largest category including everything from merchants to farmers to weaponsmiths. Chiefs are those who possess qualities from each of the other three other kinds of Ravseni. Ravseni are masters of water and illusion magic, often using it to ambush much larger armies and prey.


A nomadic people living in the desert area referred to as the “Wasteland", they are humanoids with a dog-like features. They mostly keep to themselves but will often help lost explorers or travelers that end up in their land.


Veidish are perhaps the most abnormal of the races. They are not humanoid in appearance and resemble a collection of vines and branches arranged in random orientations. Meetings with Veidish have revealed that they possess a very childish intellect. Little is known about their origins and where they come from. The beliefs and traditions displayed by the Veidish are often bizarre to the other races.


A loose term to refer to the wide host of sentient spirits that inhabit the land. Their appearance is as diverse as their personalities, meaning they are as likely to help as to harm. If a individual gains the trust and favor of an ethereal, the spirit may bond to them as a familiar.

Stalker
Dracolisk
Sand-crusher
Undead
- Banshee
- Wraith
- Skeleton
- Ghoul
- Revenant
- Abomination
- Soul Casket
- Algheist
- Striga
Gnoll
Kobold
Harpy
Ogre
Wolven
Basilisk
Spidra
Harvester
Minor Demons
Elementals
Slimes
Raptshear
Minotaur
Levia
Wicken
Troll
Merella
Sylvan
Falor
Griffon
Dire Wolf
Golem
Cockatrice
Hyrda
Manticore
Phoenix
Imp
Selkling
Gorgon

Magic is present in nearly every corner of the world and is mainly utilized as weapon in the many battles waging across the continent. Mages are individuals who have dedicated most of their life to studying magic and have learned to use it to its greatest potential. Casting a spell involves a incantation followed by the spell's assigned name. Doing so require the mage to imbue the words with magic power and project their will within them. This process is what creates the most impressive and dangerous of magic casting. Cantrips are lesser spells that require only the given name and can be used by non-mages. Experienced mages can manipulate the raw elements of magic to perform minor tricks such as lighting a fire place or making small objects float. While magic is highly potent and dependent on the user, there do exist a few established schools of magic. These include:

Control of the elements and its properties. This is the earliest and most researched school of magic. The magical elements are fire, water, earth, wind, light, and dark. Mastery of all elements is nearly impossible for all but the human race and even then most die for achieving it.

Illusions and alterations. This magic was first introduced by the Amali people who used it to spy upon other kingdoms. It has the ability to physically change a person or object for a period of time as well as warp a person's perceptions. It is typically of assassins to train in this kind of magic.

This is the magical art of inscribing magical power into inanimate objects. It is often also called Magic Engineering due to the fact that any and all construction of magical items, structures, and devices are based on the fundamental principles of this school.

Almost as old as the Elemental school of magic, this school is only about negating the effects of the other schools. Here is where mages learn to protect themselves with magical barriers and spells that can stop or reverse certain spells.

Often listed as the 'black school', Conjuration involves the summoning and enhancement of magic spirits or creatures to do the bidding of its user. Necromancy is sub-category of this school for which it earned its current nickname. Any students of this school must undergo intense training by the paladin order before they can become a full-fledged mage.

A being said to have come to life upon the creation of the world. It roamed the planet for millennia forming the oceans and land, seeding life everywhere it stepped. Legends then state it sat down against a cliffside to watch the world it created. A popular tale among children is the story of a young girl who gets lost in the woods and finds the lone golem. The immobilized golem teaches the girl how to survive on her own, and eventually she decides to take care of the Gaia Golem.


A once mighty mage-king that feared his own death and the destruction of his legacy. He employed the top magical minds in the kingdom to develop a ritual to keep him alive forever. The ritual succeeded but it did not stop his body from deteriorating. A madness fell upon the king as he turned to necromancy and demonic powers to keep his appearance youthful. Eventually, these dark forces twisted his mind and he unleashed an army of undead across the world. It was only thanks to a valiant group of heroes that he was defeated.


It was once widely believed that Dromon flew across the land protecting the world from otherworldly threats. Time has turned this into a mere fairy tale despite the occasional reporting of a sighting, usually by a town drunk. A small number of Draconians still believe Dromon roams Alskyra protecting them and have even started worshiping him as another god.


Vaguely mention in a prophecy about the Lich King's return, It states that three beings of incredible power will awaken to prepare the world and help fight against the coming darkness. No other information exists.


A leviathan creature stated to mark the end of the world. Untold destruction of the world will occur should it awaken from its slumber somewhere deep beneath the ocean. After it consumes all life, it is said that the Gaia Golem will once again rise again to reform the world.

The Architects

A mysterious and highly advanced civilization that existed before current written history. What little is known about them has been found out through the study of the apparent ruins they have left behind. These 'Dungeons' are incredibly dangerous to even the best warriors, and as such highly regulated. The only text referencing them directly, found in the Astaris Library, states that they vanished shortly after a brutal war with a being referred to as the "Lich-King".

The Sanctuary

To this date, the place simply known as the "Sanctuary" has never been found despite multiple accounts of its existence. It is believed that those who are worthy and find themselves in dire need, will suddenly find themselves in front of a massive castle that defies all explanation. The master of this castle is a strange, powerful, and human-looking man with a host of autonomous suits of armor identical to the ones that protect Volstryggr. After leaving said place, they are left with no recollection of its location and a distorted sense of time.

The official name for the Dremorian Empire’s super-soldiers, they are without a doubt stronger than normal soldiers in about every way except numbers. They heal faster, strike harder, and move quicker. They are the biggest threat to Anserith’s air superiority and could destroy Aion in as little as an hour should they reach it. Opposing forces have recently discovered that psychic magic is very effective against them, for reasons yet unknown.


Anserith’s most elite soldiers, they are one of the most disciplined forces in the world and serve as the royal guard. It is often said that a Seraph is worth ten normal Anserian soldiers.


A criminal syndicate that has operations across the entire continent. Any competition is violently shut-down. Their influence has control of several government officials across the kingdoms.


A once purely human force, the Paladin Order has accepted many other races into the fold. It is made up of several different minor factions dedicated to a specific god/goddess. There is still a faction that gives equal devotion to the pantheon but they are the smallest and least powerful group.


The only criminal organization that can match the Shadow-ban, The League fills its ranks with some of the most deadly assassins in the world. It is not uncommon for The League to abduct children that show promise and manipulate them into killing machines. A majority of high-profile murders can be traced back to this group.


A ruthless and secretive cult of necromancers, these individuals carry out the illegal research and practice of necromancy. They seek power through this forbidden magic and are not afraid to do whatever it takes to ensure they have proper specimens to experiment on. Their new leader has also instilled worship of the ancient Lich-King into his followers and they seek a way to resurrect the infamous king of the undead.