Player Primer

PITCH: As adventurers in a world ravaged by an incurable disease, salvation may yet be on the horizon. The Archmage Ephial Irtnatz has issued the call for heroes to arise amongst the nations of Aureliana and retrieve the shards of an ancient artifact from the clutches of the Host of the Nightmare, a cabal of monsters siphoning the power of the shards. With the magic of the shards, the people of Aureliana may yet find a way to end the plague and save the planet from destruction.   You will embark on a quest to seek out the Host of the Nightmare and retrieve the shards of the ancient artifact. In such a dire scenario, factions across the continents will emerge and seek to hold influence over these shards. Adventurers may pledge loyalty to these factions, with in-game ranks and rewards to be earned should they render due service. Heroic fantasy combat will intermingle with political intrigue as more and more of Aureliana's history will be unveiled as you explore. And perhaps, you will be forced to make decisions that will forever change the world as you know it.   SETTING: Aureliana is a high-magic world steeped in history. Though the gods of Aureliana may have left the physical world, their essence is still felt to this day, as seemingly divine energy has been a catalyst for many of the major events in Aureliana's history, for better or for worse.   You will begin your journey within the Kingdom of Lucia, a nation inspired by French culture from the Middle Ages through the Victorian Era. It is a kingdom of culture and hospitality, yet with people both curt and nationalistic. Monsters from the most demonic of creatures to the most majestic of beasts can be found in equal parts. The land has many biomes, from sunny coastlines to rolling hills to frozen forests.   Races of all backgrounds and nations of many cultures can be found in this world. From the most sage of elves to the hardiest of dwarves, from the most honorable of orcs to the craftiest of humans, anyone can make a name for themselves if they are willing to risk it all and make that change.   You will be playing as adventurers who will find themselves privy to joining one or many distinct factions within Aureliana. These factions represent certain nations or interests and have a sophisticated system in place to allow your character to advance within them. Advancement will grant you rewards and the advantage of being recognized as a hero.