Libertas, the realm of arcane wonders, hosts official magic institutions. Veiled in gray and blue grass, resonating with magic, it sees towering trees, evolving fauna, and flora. Cities tethered to the ground but afloat, combat jungles 5-20 meters above. Smaller towns find refuge within. Two Void sand lakes cradle cities above the black seas. The land features icy peaks, mostly cold, with one water-engulfed region, revered as a worship site—where rain and water exist abundantly.
Ruling Dominon
Libertas is divided into 3 regions, each governed by a Head of State or a group of individuals who are voted into position or take it by force. The realms and their inhabitants scheme or fight their way to the top to reach its heights and rule above the weak,instead of a Celesital Body, the realm is lit by the Glowing Radiance of the Magic symbols that allow the great Sky cities to float at day emitting a blue cold light and at night a grimm red light.
The Cold Region, Pomysthos
a Technocracy rules over the vicinity encircling the enigmatic Right Void Lake. This region stands as the home of the Warmaker and adept weapon smiths, constituting the war-centric realms of Libertas. Known for its teeming monster population, inhabitants here embark on hunts with greater fervor than their counterparts in neighboring regions,
reflecting the intensity of their pursuits. In hidden workshops, the resounding clang of forging echoes, as craftsmen push the boundaries of weapon mastery, adding to the dynamic and perilous allure of Pomysthos.
The Challice Region, Evgenias
a mesmerizing Meritocracy governs under the enlightened rule of Evgenias. The main noble domain, surrounded by a Void Lake, hosts ethereal floating cities suspended by colossal golden translucent magic chains. Beneath these opulent floating marvels lie dark and depressing slums, casting a stark contrast to the radiant cities above.
Radiating with divine luminescence, Loarkam, the realm's goddess, resides in the grandest floating city, showering the land with the light that illuminates the entire realm.
The Heart Region, Buoea
unfolds as a rustic haven predominantly adorned with quaint villages, barring the majestic capital. Submerged in the gentle embrace of water, ranging from 20cm to 1-2m in height, the unique water levels birthplace the demi-god Eldur. This damp terrain, shrouded in perpetual moisture, struggles against a challenging climate, resulting in a perilous existence for its inhabitants.
Despite adversity, Buoea thrives as the primary exporter of rice across the four realms, a life-sustaining crop thriving amidst perilous waters and lurking monsters.
Terrain & Bioms
Glacial Tundras with Floating Icebergs
Vast frozen plains dotted with colossal icebergs that float on subterranean currents. Nomadic communities traverse the icy expanses, setting up temporary camps atop the drifting ice masses.
Frostfall Archipelago
A chain of icy islands where frosty winds sculpt towering ice spires. Each island supports a hardy ecosystem, with frost-resistant wildlife and resilient plant life thriving amidst the frozen landscape.
Submerged Crystal Caverns
A subaquatic world beneath frozen lakes and rivers, where translucent crystal caverns reflect the dancing lights of magical auroras. Aquatic beings adapted to the cold, like ice nymphs and frost-dwelling creatures, call these submerged realms home.
Permafrost Plateaus
Elevated plateaus covered in eternal frost, where ice formations create intricate sculptures. Indigenous tribes have adapted to the harsh conditions, building ice-carved fortresses and utilizing magical heat sources for warmth.
Ephemeral Frost Forests
Woodlands draped in perpetual frost, with trees adorned in shimmering ice crystals. Ethereal creatures, such as frost spirits and enchanted wildlife, roam these hauntingly beautiful forests.
Abyssal Frozen Canyons
Deep chasms where frost has taken hold, creating labyrinthine canyons with frozen waterfalls and suspended icicles. Adventurers navigate the treacherous terrain, encountering mysterious ice-elemental guardians and uncovering ancient ice-imbued artifacts.
Cultures & Races
Libertas is a place where people of resilience and unwavering survival instincts thrive due to its cold climate and stunted resources. Elves, Humans, Dwarves, Gnomes, and other species coexist, with only the strong prevailing in this realm. As a result, it stands as the coldest and emptiest among all realms when it comes to infrastructure and cultural diversity.
Regional Cultures
Lluahr Elves
inhabitants of The Cold Region in Pomysthos, call the war-ravaged territory of Libertas their homeland. Marked by a heightened infestation of monsters compared to other areas, it is the birthplace of the resilient Lluahr Elves.Their approach involves meticulous study of other civilizations, aiming to comprehend and integrate diverse knowledge into their warfare tactics. Noteworthy interactions occur between the Lluahr Elves and the Edelhauts, forging unique bonds where the art of war intertwines seamlessly with the art of culture in this realm.
Ufragar Humans
renowned as nomadic tricksters, negotiators, narrators, and guides, exhibit distinctive traits like broad countenances and vibrant hair hues. Their history, diverse across tribes, links them to bygone empires that battled ancient deities, as seen in remnants scattered throughout the Former Cities of Ufragars. Embracing varied subcultures and customs, a shared theme prevails: a penchant for interlinked tribal frameworks, albeit not universally embraced by every tribe member. Ufragarian existence weaves together a narrative of both shared heritage and individual diversity, shaping a vibrant mosaic within their nomadic lifestyle.
Edelhaut Dwarves
an exceptional faction, are acclaimed for their endurance, robustness, and unwavering quest for supremacy. Despite heroic narratives and folklore, genuine insights into Edelhauts remain rare, as much of their culture is veiled in secrecy. Stark diversity characterizes them, with some residing in the lofty cities of Libertas as nobles. Renowned as creators of runes and custodians of magic, they sustain the elevated metropolises, embodying a formidable force that melds mystique, strength, and arcane prowess into the enigmatic tapestry of Edelhaut Dwarven existence.
Smedhian Orcs
calling in the Snow Tundras of Buoea their homes, engage in a lifestyle centered around hunting and gathering. A distinctive cultural practice sets them apart, as they bathe in ashes, resulting in a unique gray skin tone that remains from birth to adulthood. Their societal structure is defined by a brutal hierarchy, where each orc possesses the right to claim only what their strength allows, exerting control over those deemed too weak to resist. Amidst the harshness of their system, a few ingrained traditions play a crucial role in its functionality. Family loyalty stands as a paramount value, ensuring the survival and cohesion of all clan members.
Flitk Gnomes
residing in The Challice Region, embody a unique cultural identity rooted in the pleasure derived from serving and enduring.
Notably recognized as unparalleled workers in factories, the Flitk Gnomes willingly dedicate themselves to overtime without expecting compensation. Their pure enjoyment lies in the toil and the gratification derived from punishment. This distinctive facet of their culture forms the bedrock of their identity, distinguishing them as a community that embraces a way of life unconventional to societal norms.
Regional Monsters
Necrohusk
Undead beings, born from twisted humanoids through necromantic experiments or cataclysmic events, follow their creator's orders after reanimation. Crafting them is challenging, often resulting in useless undead or deadly backlashes. After the Great War, a horde of masterless necrohusks now stalks the lands of Libertas, hunting in groups and taking control over undead populations, especially in the Cold Region, Pomysthos.
Shredskin
animated skins in Libertas, wander, lamenting their fate. Hollow and adrift, they seek to enshroud and seize humanoid bodies made of the corpses or living creaturesto fill an internal void. Created from inhumane trophies or gruesome deaths, like being pulled into machines or consumed by void sands, Shredskins strive to overpower any body to exist and possess it.
Geist
a shifting mass of black sackcloth, teeth, and mouths, emerges when a haunt kills an evil person. Connected to dark energy from haunts, it cackles like frenzied souls. Seeking solace but never finding it, frustrated geists turn malice on the living, hoping to lure victims into haunts' clutches and share torment. Differentiated from wraiths and ghosts, their proximity to haunts distinguishes them.
Passing The Realm
For entering and exiting the realm of Libertas, one can simply pass the void seas to enter, but be aware if you dont arrive with some sort of identification from another realm it is possiable you might be stuck and will abused by the local members of the realmls especially the scavangers.
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