The story of [[Aloria]] starts roughly 10,000 years before present, when the omnipotent [[Seraph]] race unleashed a terrible curse on the world in their arrogance and lust for magical power. From their over-use of [[Magic]], Voidlings from the [[Void]] dimension invaded Aloria, bringing an end to the Seraph civilization. Over the next couple of millennia, new civilizations rose and fell with the periodic return of the Voidlings: The mysterious Second and Third Civilizations, then the [[Meraic]], and finally, the [[Nelfin]] (also known as Elven).
Large organizations have risen and fallen many a time within [[Aloria's]] vast history. Some of them have very specific focuses, while others are much more broad. Some are for more productive gains, while others are for mere entertainment. Furthermore, they have a wide array of interests, some being about the arts, combat, or sports. While some are player-run and currently exist, some are part of history or run by NPCs. You can learn about organizations created by empires, nobles and commoners alike, and find out how they rose to power below.
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The last empire to suffer a Void Invasion was the [[Elven Empire]]. The Elven Empire was the strongest state on Aloria for nearly two thousand years, and had a history of enslaving the other races such as the feline [[Varran]], the Human [[Ailor]]. During this time, Humans were a tribal people who suffered periodic coastal raids from the Elves who hunted them for sport. The Elves cultivated [[Magic]], became highly proficient at it, but also experimented with its more dangerous aspects. The Elven Empire was shocked to its core when the [[Void Invasion]] broke loose on them. Their goddess, [[Estel]], tried to stop it and save the Empire, but she and her servants were defeated, despite her attempts to warn the Elves by her emissaries, the [[Yanar]] plant-like race. After a long and bloody war with the Voidlings, a catastrophic magical event referred to as the [[Cataclysm]] brought an abrupt end to the Void Invasion and the Elven Empire itself. Aloria was shaken to the core as earthquakes and volcanoes destroyed the land. Whole countries were flooded and millions died in the ensuing chaos, though thankfully, the Void Invasion suddenly and inexplicably stopped. The Elven Empire soon fractured due to a three=way civil war. Magic had also suddenly left the world; mages could no longer cast their magic, which led to several slave uprisings against their inept Elven overlords.
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After the Elven Empire collapsed, new countries formed in the wake of the chaos left behind by the Void Invasion and the Cataclysm. Two of the more prominent states were the [[Regalian Empire]] and the [[Songaskian Masaya]]. The Regalian Empire quickly grew over the next three centuries, conquering smaller states around it and subjugating countries on different continents. The Masaya built itself up as a tall and strong state while Regalia spread out far and wide: Contact was made with the wolf-like [[Thylans]] and bull-like [[Url]] in [[Jorrhildr]]; lizard-like [[Allar]] and [[Slizzar]] were met in [[Hadar]]; the Varrans who recently escaped from the Elves started building their own city in [[Ithania]]; in the far east, the [[Ch’ien-ji]] were encountered along with the [[Wulong]] who they were perpetually at war with; and even [[Dwarves]] were met in [[Ellador]], fleeing a long and gruesome war with the infernal [[Dakkar]] integrating with [[Ailor]] society as their own Dwarf-holds collapsed and were destroyed.
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During the three centuries after the Cataclysm, the world lived in relative peace. New cultures were formed, and the population of the world continued to grow. From the shadows, the Voidlings still tried to invade Aloria in whatever way they could. Their emissary, the Sanguine Curse, infected Alorians and gave birth to the first [[Vampires]]. Magic also slowly returned to the world, though it never flowed as strong as it did during the time of the Elven Empire. The Emperors of Regalia slowly founded [[Unionism]], a faith centered on Ailor supremacy and the divinity of the [[Regalian_Empire#List_of_Rulers|Emperors]]. the Ailor believed they had a divine fate on Aloria to become the rulers of all and herald paradise in their realm (not unlike the Elves before them). The religion spread like wildfire in the Empire’s reaches, bringing both prosperity and racism to its far corners. Regalia continued to spread outwards, waging war on the other races. In 286 AC, Regalia declared war on the [[Essa Empire]], a state formed by the Slizzar and Allar. Heinous crimes were committed during the war, and as Regalia was victorious, they set their eyes on the Elves in 295 AC during the violent [[Ranger Crisis]].
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'''300 AC is when Massivecraft's In-Game Roleplay history began, which coincided with the In-Real-Life year 2012. To read about recent history that has been Roleplayed out by players, see the [[World Progression]] article.'''
The Regalian Emperors have been some of the most powerful and even, some of the most helpless leaders in Aloria. What sets them apart, ultimately, is their role in governing the world as under their care for better or worse, the Regalian Empire ruled millions and exists as a long-standing superpower on the world stage. Its leaders have also endured much, especially in recent years, and while for now there is no sitting Emperor, the Emperors of the past still cast shadows the reach into today.
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The Regalian Chancellors are all men from House Kade, an ancient family who recently rose to leadership of the Empire that had stewarded as Chancellors for decades. Every chancellor has flaws, but also triumphs to their name and are well known to many of the world.
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The Royal Figures of [[Aloria]] are the monarchs, kings and heads of state who serve and served as the leaders of the variety of states that cover Aloria’s surface. However, they do not include the Emperors of Regalia due to that nation's dominance over the others and how many other rulers serve them. While some inherited stable dynasties, others have not, or have only been recently installed onto their thrones. With the recent world events destabilizing various states, many experienced leaders are now dead, leaving behind a younger generation to fill their shoes.
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The Noble Figures of Aloria are the lords, counts and lower landowners that make up the separate states of the world. In the [[Regalian Archipelago]], there are those that are famous and well known, but also countless other lesser nobles, only of note for the service they render to their xenophobic empire. Many have served notable lives, but whether such acts are famous or infamous is up to the politics of the time.
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Military Figures are those that lead the military forces of the world. Generals, admirals, and captains of the land and sea help decide the course of Alorian history with their heroic actions on the battlefield. With the rise in conflict, military figures have had an increase in power, as more peaceful voices have been silenced by their swords.
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All mystics, shamans, or priests, Aloria holds all sorts of Religious Figures. Those on this list are famed for their religious devotion or importance, or a lasting effect on the theologies of Aloria. While some are less reputable than others, none can deny that they have changed the course of thinking for Alorians today.
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The Public Figures of Aloria are the folk heroes, the alchemists, the criminals, and those known who come up from the lower classes into the spotlight. While many are good, helping save lives, or impact the creation of new products and techniques, others are less so and are known for their daring actions against authority or violence in the face of doom.
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The Arcane Figures of Aloria are those beings involved in Magic and the powers that bend reality on the daily basis across Aloria. Some are god-like, but very few are truly invincible. Others are in fact, against magic, and fight it using their own special methods.
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Revision as of 00:23, 5 February 2022
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Large organizations have risen and fallen many a time within Aloria's vast history. Some of them have very specific focuses, while others are much more broad. Some are for more productive gains, while others are for mere entertainment. Furthermore, they have a wide array of interests, some being about the arts, combat, or sports. While some are player-run and currently exist, some are part of history or run by NPCs. You can learn about organizations created by empires, nobles and commoners alike, and find out how they rose to power below.
Regalian Emperors
Gods on Aloria's soil
The Regalian Emperors have been some of the most powerful and even, some of the most helpless leaders in Aloria. What sets them apart, ultimately, is their role in governing the world as under their care for better or worse, the Regalian Empire ruled millions and exists as a long-standing superpower on the world stage. Its leaders have also endured much, especially in recent years, and while for now there is no sitting Emperor, the Emperors of the past still cast shadows the reach into today.
The Regalian Chancellors are all men from House Kade, an ancient family who recently rose to leadership of the Empire that had stewarded as Chancellors for decades. Every chancellor has flaws, but also triumphs to their name and are well known to many of the world.
The Royal Figures of Aloria are the monarchs, kings and heads of state who serve and served as the leaders of the variety of states that cover Aloria’s surface. However, they do not include the Emperors of Regalia due to that nation's dominance over the others and how many other rulers serve them. While some inherited stable dynasties, others have not, or have only been recently installed onto their thrones. With the recent world events destabilizing various states, many experienced leaders are now dead, leaving behind a younger generation to fill their shoes.
The Noble Figures of Aloria are the lords, counts and lower landowners that make up the separate states of the world. In the Regalian Archipelago, there are those that are famous and well known, but also countless other lesser nobles, only of note for the service they render to their xenophobic empire. Many have served notable lives, but whether such acts are famous or infamous is up to the politics of the time.
Military Figures
Strongest of the strong, bravest of the brave
Military Figures are those that lead the military forces of the world. Generals, admirals, and captains of the land and sea help decide the course of Alorian history with their heroic actions on the battlefield. With the rise in conflict, military figures have had an increase in power, as more peaceful voices have been silenced by their swords.
Religious Figures
Giving meaning to the phrase "holier than thou"
All mystics, shamans, or priests, Aloria holds all sorts of Religious Figures. Those on this list are famed for their religious devotion or importance, or a lasting effect on the theologies of Aloria. While some are less reputable than others, none can deny that they have changed the course of thinking for Alorians today.
Public Figures
Slightly above the lowly
The Public Figures of Aloria are the folk heroes, the alchemists, the criminals, and those known who come up from the lower classes into the spotlight. While many are good, helping save lives, or impact the creation of new products and techniques, others are less so and are known for their daring actions against authority or violence in the face of doom.
Arcane Figures
Magic and mystery abound
The Arcane Figures of Aloria are those beings involved in Magic and the powers that bend reality on the daily basis across Aloria. Some are god-like, but very few are truly invincible. Others are in fact, against magic, and fight it using their own special methods.
