Tome of Meridon
This sacred text was brought into existence at the beginning of the Time of the Tome to return order from the chaos of the fallen age before. Little is known about the civilization prior to the existence of the Tome nor of the events leading up to it's creation. What is believed is that the Tome of Meridon is repsonsible for the ongoing order of the current age, and that the closure, damage or otherwise loss of the Tome would be catastrophic for not just Tordronnen but the whole world.
The Tome is transported around Tordronnen, from one city to the next each year. This cycle of movement ios considered as vital as the existence of the Tome itself and is part of the keeping of the balance of power across the country.
The Tome is being moved from Korstan to Osthaven in time for Ashonmoot of 1257, where it will remain for a year before being moved on to the capital city of Verodeen.
Purpose
Following a great calamity resulting in the decimation of the civilizations of the previous age, the Tome of Meridon was created with the power to restore balance and order.
Although this is the believed purpose of the Tome there are those that speculate that there it holds a further purpose now only known to the Gods themselves.
Historical Details
Background
The Tome maintains the balance and order of the world, preventing the decline into chaos and destruction. There is little known of the world and civilizations prior to the creation of the Tome. The only reminants available are a few buildings and a series of enormous towers dotted around Tordronnen.
Public Reaction
Whenever the Tome is brought to a new city it has been a cause for celebration of the honour. Records also show a marked increase in profits and a reduction in conflicts within cities for the duration of the year that the Tome is being housed there. Due to this some businesses with resources across multiple cities will shift focus to whichever city currently has the Tome as this side of the business will always see an improvement in all areas at these times.
Legacy
The accepted belief is that the creation of the Tome of Meridon brought peace to the lands, allowing for the begininng of a new age, now known as the Time of the Tome. Such is the importance of this item it has a dedicated order of guardians who follow and watch over the Tome. This order is known as the Watchers of the Tome and there is always at least two of them observing the Tome at all times.
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