The Aetherian Calendar is established, marking the beginning of recorded history in Aetheria. All knowledge of events before Year 0 is lost, shrouded in mystery.
History of Aetheria
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Year 0 - The Beginning of Aetherian Calendar
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Year 1 - Birth of the Elemental Nations
FoundingSix Elemental Nations are founded, each dedicated to mastering a specific Elemental Law: Earth, Fire, Light, Shadow, Water, and Wind.
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Year 3 - The Great Elemental War Begins
Military actionTensions between the Elemental Nations escalate into the Great Elemental War, a devastating conflict involving all six nations.
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Year 5: The Founding of the Elemental Academies
FoundingThe six Elemental Academies, one for each Elemental Law, are established in key sky islands, becoming centers of learning and training for Law Bringers across Aetheria.
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Year 6 - Discovery of Forgotten Skyruins
Discovery, ExplorationTreasure hunters stumble upon hidden skyruins containing ancient knowledge and powerful artifacts from the pre-Year 0 era.
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Year 8 - Elemental Law Fusion
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventRare individuals from different nations exhibit the ability to harness the powers of multiple Elemental Laws, defying tradition.
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Year 10 - The Elemental Ceasefire
Diplomatic actionDiplomatic negotiations lead to a ceasefire in the Great Elemental War, temporarily halting hostilities among the nations.
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Year 11 - The Elemental Truce Tested
Diplomatic actionTensions rise as the Elemental Nations test the fragile truce, engaging in diplomatic skirmishes and resource disputes. The peace hangs in the balance.
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Year 12 - Rise of the Sky Pirate Rebellion
RevolutionSky Pirates, disillusioned by the ongoing Elemental Wars, form a rebellion against the Elemental Nations' rule. They seize airships, skyruins, and resources in a bid for independence.
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Year 14 - Elemental Law Rediscovered
Discovery, ScientificResearchers make a breakthrough in understanding Elemental Laws, allowing for more widespread use. Citizens from all nations begin to harness multiple Elemental Laws.
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Year 15 - The Elemental Council's Ultimatum
Diplomatic actionThe Aetherian Council, a neutral diplomatic body, issues an ultimatum to the Elemental Nations, demanding a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflicts or facing intervention.
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Year 16 - The Elemental War Resumes
The Elemental Nations return to open conflict, renewing hostilities and escalating the ongoing war.
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Year 18 - The Monster Tide
Geological / environmental eventUnexplained phenomena spawn hordes of monsters in the skies, making travel between sky islands treacherous.
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Year 20 - The Sky Island Blockade
Military actionFearing the spread of monsters, the Elemental Nations establish blockades around their sky islands, restricting travel and resources.
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Year 22 - The Summoning of the Elemental Beasts
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventDesperate times lead to the summoning of ancient Elemental Beasts to aid in the war.
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Year 25 - The Aetherian Alliance
Diplomatic actionFacing a world on the brink of ruin, diplomats from the Elemental Nations and other factions form the Aetherian Alliance, seeking a unified solution to end the war and monster crisis.
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Year 28 - Rise of the Super Summoner
Political eventA supremely talented Spirit Summoner, known as the "Ethereal Conqueror," seeks to unite all spirits under their command and conquer the world.
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Year 29 - The Council of Spirit Guardians
Diplomatic actionFearing the Ethereal Conqueror's power, Spirit Summoners from around the world convene to form the Council of Spirit Guardians, vowing to stop the conquest.
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Year 30 - The Battle for the Elemental Titans
Military actionThe Ethereal Conqueror and the Council of Spirit Guardians clash in a battle for control over the Elemental Titans, with the fate of Aetheria hanging in the balance.
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Year 31 - The Ethereal Conqueror's Reign
Political eventThe Ethereal Conqueror successfully subjugates all Elemental Titans except Umbra, consolidating immense power and control over Aetheria.
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Year 35: The Shattering of the Eldertree
Geological / environmental eventA cataclysmic event, known as the Shattering of the Eldertree, results in the fragmentation of the largest sky island, leading to a diaspora of its inhabitants.
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Year 51 - The Rise of the Elemental Heroine
A determined heroine emerges, seeking to end the Ethereal Conqueror's tyranny. She discovers the secrets of Elemental Knights and embarks on a quest to challenge the conqueror's rule.
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Year 60: The Skystrider Renaissance
Cultural eventThe Skystrider clan experiences a resurgence in popularity as young Aetherians rekindle interest in the aerial arts, leading to a revival of skyborne performances and competitions.
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Year 75: The Rise of the Sky Pirates
Political eventThe emergence of organized groups of Sky Pirates disrupts the established order, challenging the sovereignty of nations and sparking conflicts over treasure hunting rights.
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Year 76 - The First Elemental Knight
Discovery, ScientificThe heroine successfully merges with Umbra, the Shadow Tyrant, becoming the first Elemental Knight. She challenges the Ethereal Conqueror and, after a fierce battle, seals the conqueror's power.
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Year 80: The Festival of Eternal Light
Religious eventIn the Luminara region, the Festival of Eternal Light celebrates the radiant power of the Light Law with grand processions, luminous displays, and the lighting of sacred beacons.
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Year 91 - The Fate of the Elemental Knight
Metaphysical / Paranormal eventThe Elemental Knight and Umbra remain bound together, unable to separate. Over time, the heroine's soul becomes overlapped by Umbra's, leading to her eventual demise.
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Year 100: War of the Elemental
Military actionA major conflict erupts as nations aligned with specific Elemental Laws engage in the Elemental War, reshaping the balance of power across Aetheria.
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101 - The Rise of the Sky Privateers
FoundingIndependent privateers, driven by greed and self-interest, emerge in Aetheria's skies. These daring individuals seek wealth above all else, often taking treasure hunting expeditions to distant sky islands.
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Year 101 - The Age of Elemental Balance
Era beginning/endWith the Ethereal Conqueror sealed and the Elemental Titans freed, Aetheria enters an era of balance. Spirit Summoners and Elemental Knights rise to prominence, and peace gradually returns.
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Year 101 - The Elemental Accord
Diplomatic actionIn a landmark moment, the Elemental Nations sign the Elemental Accord, an agreement that fosters unity, knowledge sharing, and mutual defense among the nations. This historic accord reshapes international relations in Aetheria and serves as a foundation for future cooperation.
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Year 120: The Great Deepening
Geological / environmental eventIn the Umbricrealm Dominion, a series of seismic tremors causes several sky islands to dip lower in the skies, reshaping the landscape and creating new opportunities for exploration.
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Year 125 - The Council of Elemental Guardians
Diplomatic actionSpirit Summoners and Elemental Knights unite to establish the Council of Elemental Guardians, a cross-nation organization dedicated to maintaining peace, preserving the elemental balance, and defending Aetheria from threats.
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Year 126 - The Expansion of Skyruins
Construction beginning/endTreasure hunters and explorers uncover ancient technologies, leading to the expansion of skyruins across Aetheria.
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Year 130: The Restoration of the Grand Skygate
Construction beginning/endAfter centuries of neglect, the restoration of the Grand Skygate is completed, reopening a vital transportation link between distant sky islands.
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Year 150 - The Skyruin Renaissance
Cultural eventA cultural renaissance sweeps through Aetheria as the discovery of ancient technologies within skyruins sparks a resurgence in exploration, restoration, and the unveiling of long-forgotten secrets.
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Year 150 - The Zenith of Greed
Criminal ActivityThe Sky Privateers reach the pinnacle of their power, accumulating immense wealth through relentless treasure hunting and questionable means.
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Year 151 to Year 175 - The Quest for Elemental Relics
Discovery, ExplorationAdventurers and scholars embark on quests to recover Elemental Relics—powerful artifacts linked to the Elemental Titans.
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Year 160: The Festival of Elemental Harmony
Cultural eventA collaborative festival in Flarethorn celebrates the harmonious balance of the Elemental Laws with art exhibitions, musical performances, and culinary delights inspired by each element.
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Year 170: The Elemental Ascendance
Era beginning/endA group of powerful Law Bringers achieves the ultimate mastery of their respective Elemental Laws, known as the Ascendance, ushering in an era of Elemental Knights.
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Year 175 - The Elemental Relic Quests
Discovery, ExplorationAdventurers, scholars, and seekers of power undertake quests to recover Elemental Relics—priceless artifacts said to house the essence of Elemental Titans. These relics grant access to elemental abilities and become highly coveted treasures.
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Year 176 to Year 200 - The Elemental Nations' Reconciliation
Diplomatic actionThe Elemental Nations, recognizing the need for unity, engage in diplomatic efforts to reconcile past conflicts and strengthen their alliances.
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Year 180: The Shadow Games
Sporting Event / CompetitionThe Shadow Games in the Zephyrian Dominion draw participants from all over Aetheria to compete in games of agility, stealth, and wit, reflecting the attributes of the Shadow Law.
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Year 200 - The Unity Summit
Diplomatic actionThe Elemental Nations convene the Unity Summit, reaffirming their commitment to diplomacy and cooperation. The summit strengthens diplomatic ties, fosters a sense of unity, and sets the stage for mutual prosperity.