The largest war in Bliveran history, it pitched the Black Queen - seeking world domination - against the Forces of Light, chiefly Eremere.
History of the Dwarves
In the Corridor of Beards, the oldest of all civilisations still holds stoically against its enemies. The dwarves are a proud people, and their history details this pride.
The Great Sculpting
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Before there was Blivera, there was the but the Mason. He crafted the world for his children, the dwarves, and they learnt from his craftsmanship.
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War of the Darkness
Military action
Age of Recession
71 BTD 28 ATD
When the Black Queen began her conquests, the dwarves did not speak out. When she came for them, no one came to aid in their struggle, and most of their kingdoms fell.
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42 BTD
Formation of the Dwarven Freehold
FoundingThe Dwarven Freehold, a defensive pact formed against the threat of Karakar, is formed under the leadership of King Harlaw Metalbreath.
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15 BTD
Collapse of the Pass of Balar
Geological / environmental eventThe Pass of Balar, which was the only tunnel through the Krazak-Khal Mountains, is collapsed in order to prevent the Forces of Darkness from breaching the western kingdoms and crossing into Tembra.
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The Slaughter at Eeric
Disaster / DestructionThe city of Eeric, the final dwarven holding in Kodor, is obliterated. Not one civilian is known to have survived.
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0 BTD
Battle for the Light
Military actionThe final battle of the War of the Darkness, which saw the Forces of Light, led by Daldriana Whitehart, defeat the Black Queen's army after centuries of chaos.
Age of Resurgence
29 ATD 486 ATD
Upon the supposed destruction of the Black Queen, the remaining dwarven kingdoms rebuilt their civilisations, still only dreaming of obtaining their forefathers' glory.
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68 ATD
Death of King Harlaw Metalbreath
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Entry into Isolation
Diplomatic actionUnder the command of President Crion Braxenbrake, the dwarves shunned the worlds of elves and men, retreating to their mountains and entering Isolation.
