Ayn Auline

The Ayn Auline (Council of Time)

The Ayn Auline serves as the central governing body of the Aina Continuum, a universe-sized realm equivalent to a solar system. The council was established by Te Vevutur, who discovered the Continuum as an untouched shell and transmuted it into a sanctuary while fleeing from an entity known as The Mad God. Te Vevutur divided the Continuum into five elemental realms: Zerthia (Earth), Marenwe (Water), Gerlandria (Air), Malondria (Fire), and Thiandalune (Light).

Protective Measures

Te Vevutur and the Ayn Auline implemented specific protective measures to isolate the Continuum from the Ord Maada (Outer Reaches), regions untouched by Te Vevutur's creation. Despite these safeguards, occasional infiltrations from these borderlands still occur, necessitating constant vigilance.

Composition and Structure

The council consists of five supreme rulers, known as the Elemental Majesties, selected from the hundred divine beings called the Eeirendel. These rulers form the highest governing body within the Aina Continuum. Each Majesty possesses specific domains tied to their element and realm:

• Aranon - God of Earth, governing strength and Zerthia
• Daeranon - God of Water, governing purpose and Marenwe
• Phin-Mahr - God of Air, governing wisdom and Gerlandria
• Aejeon - God of Fire, governing passion and Malondria
• Thianon - God of Light, governing knowledge and Thiandalune

Each Elemental Majesty maintains a Grand Citadel that physically embodies their element. Notable examples include Aranon's mountain-carved Citadel of Stone and Daeranon's underwater Citadel of Waves, constructed from coral and pearl.

Hierarchical Organization

The divine hierarchy of the Aina Continuum consists of several distinct tiers:

• Elemental Majesties - The five supreme rulers of the Ayn Auline
• Eeirendel - Divine beings who manage Minor Houses under each Major House
• Eeirendelios - A lesser divine lineage born from the Eeirendel
• Demi-Gods - Offspring of divine-mortal unions
• Mortals - The general population

Cultural Practices and Traditions

The Ayn Auline maintains elaborate cultural practices centered around time measurement and observation. Timekeeping, their primary meditative practice, involves systematic contemplation of temporal flows. The council segments time into Aeons, Millennia, Centuries, Years, Seasons, Months, Weeks, and Days, each associated with specific elements and creatures.
Ceremonies marking temporal transitions feature intricate dances, chanted liturgies, and the lighting of symbolic fires. Each element is carefully chosen to reflect the nature of the time being celebrated.
Council members are expected to be scholars in their own right, maintaining a deep understanding of their realm and its place within the Continuum. Regular debates and discussions are fundamental to their gatherings, with each member sharing their knowledge and insights.
The creation of art is considered a form of divine worship. Council members are accomplished musicians, painters, and poets, organizing festivals and competitions to celebrate artistic works throughout the Continuum.

Educational and Spiritual Initiatives

The Ayn Auline establishes and maintains libraries and schools throughout the Continuum, fostering the preservation and advancement of knowledge. They provide spiritual guidance and support to those who seek it, considering this a fundamental aspect of their governance.

Historical Developments

The Black Fire Crisis

A major conflict erupted following Aejeon's creation of the "Malo Balar" (Black Fire). Te Vevutur's intervention prevented absolute annihilation, but the crisis resulted in:

• Aejeon's imprisonment
• The retreat of his son Malovatar to the Ord Maada
• The beginning of the "Age of Isolation"

Magical Revolution

During The Age of Isolation, an Eeirendelios named Bron (later Zastor) discovered methods to channel deceased gods' energy through "Magick." Despite initial resistance, this discovery enabled some mortals to acquire divine-like abilities, fundamentally altering the Continuum's power structure.

Resources and Assets

The council controls substantial resources including:

• Divine artifacts and enchanted items, each possessing unique powers and properties
• Elemental essences
• Natural resources from all five realms
• Divine creatures and elemental spirits, each serving specific roles within the Continuum
• The Grand Citadels

Current Functions

The Ayn Auline maintains several ongoing initiatives:

• Harmony of the Elements - Maintenance of elemental balance
• Wisdom of the Ages - Knowledge preservation and education
• Beauty of the Continuum - Cultural development and artistic celebration
• Shield of the Continuum - Defense against external threats
• Spirit of the Continuum - Spiritual guidance and support

Ongoing Challenges

The Ayn Auline faces continuing challenges in several areas:

• Maintaining protective barriers against the Ord Maada and managing infiltrations
• Balancing power distribution between divine and mortal beings
• Managing the long-term effects of the Black Fire crisis
• Preserving elemental harmony across realms
• Upholding educational and spiritual guidance throughout the Continuum

"Five Elements, One Time."

Demonym

Aulinean

Subsidiary Organizations

• House Major of Thianon