The Gates

What Are They?

 
At the edge of the world, standing in a circular formation, are the Gates, the only means of traversing between Myrtha, the Upside, and Kharae, the Downside. Legends suggest that these portals were crafted by the gods to establish a permanent divide between the realms after the devastating Onslaught of Corruption.

Appearance

The Gates are towering arches of stone, cracked from age and covered in moss and vines. They stand as silent sentinels, guarding the boundary between the Upside and Downside. Each is adorned with intricate runes that shimmer in the twilight, supposedly made by the gods who created it.

Type
Megastructure
Location under

Protection & Accessibility

The Gates are separated from the rest of the world by a thick impenetrable fog. These portals are also heavily guarded by The Vanguard, a group of the fiercest and most loyal golems made by the gods themselves. There are twelve in total—two for each Gate, one in each realm. Each golem derives its power from Runes of Strength and Runes of Guard, granting it remarkable resilience against attacks and a singular dedication to protection.
  To get past the fog and access the Gates, one must seek permission from a trusted god and receive a "key" from them. The power infused in the key would dissipate the fog, carving a path for the wielder. It is then to be shown to a golem, who confirms its authenticity and grants entry to the individual.

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Jul 1, 2025 11:56 by K.S. Bishoff

I love how you say "most loyal golems"... hints they are more than mere constructs. Well done!

Jul 1, 2025 14:42 by CoolG

Thank you! I like to think that golems made by gods are granted sapience :D

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Jul 1, 2025 14:45

I really hope you will find the time to draw one of the gates including its guarding golem. Would love to see that. The concept of those gates really fits your world. Curious to see more of Mytharae.

Jul 1, 2025 14:48 by CoolG

I plan to make art for this article soon, don't worry :) And I appreciate your curiousity!

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