The Sanctuary Of Elemental Arts

The Sanctuary Of Elemental Arts is a secretive and ancient school devoted to mastering the elemental forces of water, fire, air, and earth. Nestled in a remote location, the Sanctuary operates in the shadows, protecting its students and knowledge from a world that fears and distrusts magic. Founded over five centuries ago, the Sanctuary teaches its wizards the importance of balance and restraint, guiding them to wield the elemental forces responsibly. With its motto, "Power of Balance, Balance of Power," the Sanctuary remains a bastion of hidden knowledge, constantly navigating threats from anti-magic factions and the dangerous allure of forbidden magics.    

Well-Known Or Infamous Students

Storanna Wanderfield, a Wood Elf earth elementalist, was instrumental in shaping the Sanctuary. Known for her unique blend of Geomancy and elven philosophy of Living Stone, she designed much of the Stonemantle Wing and created the Circle of Stones for meditation. Storanna believed in treating earth as a living entity and spent her later years teaching patience and understanding in elemental magic. Her legacy endures through her architectural and philosophical contributions to the Sanctuary.   Ventor Ironcast, a Ruball Dwarf skilled in both earth and fire magic, was once a celebrated Master Elementalist and Weaponsmith. He created powerful enchanted weapons through his Firesteel Forging technique, but his legacy was tarnished when he secretly sold these weapons to rival factions for personal gain. Caught and exiled, Ventor's name was erased from the Sanctuary's records, and his story remains a cautionary tale about the dangers of greed and misuse of elemental power.   Thirian Sealance, a half-elf master of water and air magic, was one of the greatest navigators and Sea Mages in the Sanctuary's history. He pioneered Stormsailing, using his magic to guide ships through perilous seas. As the chief navigator for the Fleet of Storms, he helped dominate the high seas, navigating treacherous waters. Thirian died peacefully at sea, and his enchanted maps remain highly sought after by sailors and explorers.   Warrem Direfield was a once-promising pyromancer from the Emberstone Wing, known for his exceptional fire magic. Obsessed with mastering Wildfire, a dangerous and uncontrollable form of fire magic, he defied his teachers and left the Sanctuary to become a mercenary. His reckless use of wildfire earned him infamy as he burned entire battlefields but ultimately led to his demise, consumed by the very magic he sought to control. His story serves as a cautionary tale for future fire elementalists.   Rellarianor Tessellstorm, a Sun Elf Generalist, mastered all four elements and left the Sanctuary to seek elemental balance across Domen Aria. Known for his serene nature and fascination with Elemental Convergences, he spent nearly a century restoring balance in areas of elemental disturbance. Fifteen years ago, he vanished after entering a legendary Elemental Tempest, with some believing he perished, while others speculate he achieved Elemental Ascendance.   Arramore Wincutt, a former apprentice of the Sanctuary, was expelled for blending Air Magic with forbidden Shadow Magic. After his expulsion, he became a notorious assassin known as the Windwalker of Death, using his mastery of air and shadow to move undetected and eliminate targets. Though he was eventually killed, his techniques still inspire rogue elementalists, and his story serves as a warning about the dangers of straying from the Sanctuary's principles.   Nezarra Chillcore, a current and controversial figure, is a graduate of the Waterspire Wing specializing in Ice Magic. Obsessed with the forbidden practices of the ancient Iceblood Coven, she has uncovered their frozen ruins and mastered powerful ice spells, earning her the title of the Ice Wizard of the North. Though her methods are feared and debated, she remains connected to the Sanctuary by sending back valuable research, making her both admired and feared by her peers.    

Current Students

Corallia Sunflare, a 22-year-old Sun Elf apprentice pyromancer, is one of the most talented fire elementalists of her generation, excelling in Firecrafting and Flameweaving. Ambitious and driven, she aspires to rival legendary pyromancers like Rendara Blazenpath, but faces conflict with her wealthy family, who disapprove of her dangerous path and want her to focus on politics. This has caused tension, particularly with her older brother. Corallia also has a fierce rivalry with fellow student Kharas Emberfist, leading to intense competition and near duels as they battle to be the top fire elementalist.   Nathal Dorn, a 19-year-old human apprentice Windweaver, is a prodigy in the Skybound Wing, excelling in Tactical Aeromancy and Soundbending. Despite his talent, Nathal struggles with being disowned by his devout, anti-magic family, which leaves him feeling isolated and emotionally burdened. His intense focus on his studies creates friction with other students, who see him as aloof, and he is frequently targeted by Tessa Windbite, a Sun Elf who mocks him for his rural background and late magical development.   Sevka Nulltide, a 24-year-old Dark Elf from the Naucoria Clan, is an apprentice hydromancer with a rare dual focus on water and shadow magic. Excelling at Mistweaving and showing a dangerous affinity for Bloodmagic, Sevka is both admired and distrusted by her peers. As an outcast due to her family's dark reputation, she struggles with her loyalties, torn between proving herself at the Sanctuary and her family's pressure to embrace forbidden magic. She has an intense rivalry with Naple Fastbrook, a traditional water mage, which has led to several confrontations.   Korsinn Mossrest, a 21-year-old Half-Giant apprentice Geomancer, is a rising talent in earth magic, particularly skilled in Seismomancy and landscape manipulation. His physical strength, combined with his magic, makes him capable of creating powerful earthquakes and Tremor Shields. Despite his talent, Korsinn feels isolated due to his size and half-giant heritage, often misunderstood as slow or aggressive. He has formed a close bond with Master Druhkan Stoneclub, who serves as a mentor. Korsinn faces bullying from other students but avoids conflict, though there are concerns he may one day lose control of his powers.   Floranna Gallint, a 20-year-old human apprentice Geomancer, excels in Plant Magic, using her abilities to shape and communicate with flora. She is drawn to creating living structures with plant and earth magic, showing potential to follow in the footsteps of the legendary Storanna Wanderfield. Floranna's gentle and introverted nature makes her vulnerable in the competitive environment of the Sanctuary, where she faces manipulation from a rival, Larixalla Sunglitter, who sabotages her work. Meanwhile, she navigates an awkward friendship with Korsinn Mossrest, unsure of her feelings toward him.   Kelene Krvice, a 21-year-old human apprentice Hydromancer, excels in Ice Magic, creating ice constructs and experimenting with freezing water. She aims to become a powerful Ice Elementalist, drawn to both the beauty and strength of ice. Kelene faces pressure from her prestigious merchant family to abandon her magical path and return home, which creates tension. She also has feelings for Sevka Nulltide but hesitates due to Sevka's dark reputation. Kelene's experimentation with forbidden Ice Bloodmagic has put her at odds with her teachers, especially Cyrella Darkhollow, who warns of the risks of corruption.   Mariellose Maplestar, an 18-year-old Sylvari apprentice Windweaver, has a natural connection with birds and wind spirits, excelling in Windweaving and Aetherweaving. She dreams of mastering Sky Magic and becoming one with the winds. Raised in a peaceful Wood Elf village, she is torn between her duty to become a Wind Warden and her desire to explore the world. She shares a close bond with Nathal Dorn, sparking jealousy in Tessa Windbite, who sees Mariellose as a rival and has begun sabotaging her. Though Mariellose seeks peace, she may need to confront Tessa as tensions rise.   Jalla Hotan, a 25-year-old human apprentice in the Emberstone Wing, excels in combining fire and air magic to create destructive Firestorms. She aims to master Tempest Magic, blending both elements to their full potential, earning a reputation for her bold yet reckless style. Hailing from a nomadic tribe, Jalla is torn between her tribe's expectation to return as their Elemental Champion and her desire for independence. She frequently clashes with other students, especially her rival, Corallia Sunflare. Jalla's reckless ambition has also put her at odds with Iros Moltaro, who warns her of the dangers of her uncontrolled magic.