Age of Shadows

Era beginning/end

The period from 1690 to 1823 was a dark and tumultuous era in the history of the continents. It was a time marked by chaos, lawlessness, and the looming threat of marauding creatures that terrorized the lands. This period was known as the Age of Shadows, a time when civilization struggled to maintain order and defend itself against the encroaching darkness.

During this period, the realms and kingdoms of Lunaris and Solsticea faced unprecedented challenges. The breakdown of centralized authority, wars, and internal conflicts left communities vulnerable to marauding creatures that emerged from the wildlands. These creatures, ranging from monstrous beasts to malevolent entities, struck fear into the hearts of the people, preying upon their settlements and disrupting their way of life.

Lawlessness and banditry thrived in the absence of strong governance. Cities and towns became havens for criminal organizations, each vying for control and exploiting the chaos for their gain. These organizations, fueled by desperation and greed, preyed upon the weak, further exacerbating the sense of lawlessness and instability.

Society as a whole experienced a sense of disillusionment and fear. People lived in constant uncertainty, fearing for their safety and the safety of their loved ones. The tales of marauding creatures and the horrors they unleashed were whispered around campfires, instilling a sense of dread and driving communities to seek shelter behind fortified walls.

It was during this dark period that the seeds of resistance and hope were sown. Bands of brave warriors, knights, and adventurers rose up, dedicating themselves to the protection of their lands and the defense of their fellow inhabitants. These heroes fought against the creatures of the wildlands, the criminal organizations, and the forces of chaos, striving to restore peace and order.

Over time, the collective efforts of these heroes began to turn the tide. Kingdoms and realms, realizing the need for unity, formed alliances and coalitions to combat the growing threats. Slowly but steadily, order was restored, and the marauding creatures were driven back into the depths of the wildlands.

By the year 1823, the Age of Shadows had come to an end, giving way to a period of recovery and rebuilding. The scars of the past remained, but the resilience and determination of the people allowed them to forge a new era of stability and progress. The lessons learned during those tumultuous years would serve as a reminder of the importance of unity, vigilance, and the preservation of civilization in the face of darkness.