Etherealia Guild

The Etherealia Guild is a notorious organization known for its use of poison magic and deadly guild tasks. Based in the Etherealia region, the guild members are experts in the art of potion-making and "pest" removal. However, their methods often involve the use of dangerous and lethal toxins, making them a feared presence among their own species and others.

Joining the Guild

The current guild Lunia Foxes plays a crucial role in the guild's initiation process. To join the Etherealia Guild, a Lunia fox must traverse the treacherous and toxic wastelands of the region to touch the Gem Blessing. This gem is heavily guarded by local Lunia foxes throughout the entire path, seeking to test the fox's endurance and determination before they can access their power. The members put potential foxes into dangerous situations where they'll question their sanity and self; if the foxes pass these brutal mind tests, they are accepted into one of the local island families for their training... if they survive the gem blessing. The Gem Blessing is said to be the most painful blessing, causing the fox to feel like their skin is being peeled off and put back on.

Gem

As the fox grows in power and experience, the gem undergoes a transformation, changing from its original color to a purple hue. This change is a sign of the fox's growing strength not only in magic but also in potion prolificacy, as the gem stores recipes for how to brew potions. If the Lunia fox were to change their gem blessing, the gem would absorb the knowledge of alchemy recipes until the gem is blessed with poison magic again, preventing other guilds from stealing prized recipes. This same theory goes for when Lunia foxes of the guild try to write down recipes or verbally communicate with other Lunia foxes not in the Etherelia Guild: their lips get sealed.

However, there is a rumor that the darker the shade of purple on the gem, the less sanity the fox has. It is believed that as the fox's power increases, their connection to reality weakens, causing them to become increasingly erratic and dangerous. While this rumor has not been confirmed, it has contributed to the belief that powerful Etherealia Guild Lunia Foxes should be treated with caution.

Alchemy

The Etherealia Guild's reliance on poison magic has led to the development of unique alchemy potions that are highly sought after by wealthy and powerful clients. Their members possess extensive knowledge of various toxins and their effects on living organisms, allowing them to create potent and lethal brews. Their magic also has effects to create non-lethal potions such as healing, stat boosting, and more. Despite the potential danger posed by their practices, the Etherealia Guild has managed to maintain a prominent position in the region's economy due to the many creations the guild produces.

How they're seen in society

The guild's reputation is not without controversy. Some have accused them of using their powers for nefarious purposes, such as assassinations and sabotage as well as purposely sending Lunia foxes on death missions. The Etherealia Guild's willingness to use lethal toxins has made them a divisive presence in the region, with some seeing them as necessary for the control of pests and others as a threat to the safety of all living beings. But, their ways of life are criticized by many and are seen as a brutal and emotionless guild.