Respite (Ress-pight)
Also known as the Mortal Lands or the Cursed Lands, there are abundant resources available, but corrupted magic seeps through, causing disturbing effects to infiltrate the lives of its inhabitants. Nights last long and days seem to end short. The forests of the Ulvenwald dominate most of the continent, echoing with howls, wails, and screams. As a result, an atmosphere of terror hangs over daily life for the common people. These fears are not unfounded, as the woods are filled with packs of Lycan, hidden laboratories of Stitchers, renegade Vampires, and the most dreaded curse magic on the plane.
Watching over the continent are the three Rose Kingdoms. The Ashen Throne of the White Rose, valiant Aasimar who shine in any darkness. The Onyx Throne of the Black Rose, dedicated Tieflings who never shy away from danger. The Scarlet Throne of the Red Rose, terrifying Vampires sworn to protect the people, even from their own kind. Each Kingdom is ruled by three Clans, and all are united under the Rose Monarch. They are the greatest defense between the terrified civilians and that which goes bump in the night.
Independent of the Rose Kingdoms are the Order of Seraphs, the Soulswatch, and the Cathars Crusade. The Order of Seraphs trains healers and clerics, with some of the highest ranking even holding the capacity to remove the curses of Lycanthropy or Vampirism. The Soulswatch keep eternal vigilance, even beyond death, always prepared for threats from the north, having not forgotten the Giants' previous attempts to conquer the plane. The Cathars operate as local militia, and are amongst the most legendary monster hunters in history. All three organizations are voluntary, asking only for those brave & willing to stand against the darkness to enlist. Funding is provided by the Rose Kingdoms, but none of the three organizations owe loyalty or special treatment to any Clan or Kingdom.
With the recent death of Rose Monarch Grimm Faustus, the nine Clans have begun campaigning their respective nominees to take the throne. The investigation surrounding Grimm's death remains ongoing.
Geography
Thick forests, crystal clear lakes, hollows, coasts, snow-covered woods to the north, small towns & villages scattered throughout, larger cities with each Rose Kingdom, fortresses & castles near potential dangers, and a series of swamplands where none dare venture
Ecosystem
Forest, coast, tundra, swamp, city
Localized Phenomena
Lycanthropy, Vampirism, Curses, Ghosts
Natural Resources
Wood, Stone, Water, Food, Silver
Tourism
Real estate is affordable for a reason
People don't come here unless they have to
Alternative Name(s)
Mortal Lands, Cursed Lands
Type
Continent
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Characters in Location
- Aerowyn, Wolfir Packleader
- Aggie Anne
- Ariel Malikov
- Bella, Goddess of Blood
- Commander Tamsin
- Constance Capashen
- Dagan Morningstar
- Danitha Capashen
- Dramora Talwar
- Dulcetta Falkenrath
- Falka Malikov
- Fenrys, God of the Hunt
- Keel Somnavol
- King Vanir
- Kosch, God of Curses
- Lavinia Tepes
- Lux Faustus
- Malaki & Alaster Voldaren
- Odric Tepes
- Olivia Voldaren
- Raphael Ivanova
- Syr Thalia
- Tala Talwar
- The Unholy Pair
- Torvald, Lycan Packleader
- Ulrich Ivanova
- Valentine Voldaren
- Vivian Falkenrath
- Wolcroft Faustus
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