For those that do not know me, I am known as the Highfather. I once had a mortal name, a human name, but gave that up when I assumed the mantle of the Highfather. It occurred to me a century or so ago, that when my time is up, the knowledge I had accumulated would … Continue reading Tome of the Highfather: The Highfather
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Chord’s World Tour: The Great Kingdoms (part 1)
I have been all over the world and back, in search of knowledge, lore, and of course adventure. Three necessary ingredients for a grand story. My collection of Dirges continues to grow, as more personalities of questionable morals seek me out to tell their story. My favorite locales of course are the Great Kingdoms. I … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour: The Great Kingdoms (part 1)
Chord’s World Tour – The Forest of Souls (part 2)
There are few things in this world that I am generally afraid of. No, Draen Do'Gra does not cause me fear. Neither does his exquisite wife Kor'rieanna Auvryani the dark elf queen. They can destroy me in an instant, but they have no reason to do so. They have my respect and adoration, especially the … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour – The Forest of Souls (part 2)
Gods of Duir’Aion (part 5)
The last tier of divine might are the Titans. As stated earlier, the typical mortal does not know or understand the difference between the Greater Gods and the Titans. However there is a substantial difference. Titans cannot die. A Greater God can be killed, or even absorbed by a more powerful god (or Titan). Said … Continue reading Gods of Duir’Aion (part 5)
The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 4)
The next tier up on the divine hierarchy of Duir'Aion are the Greater Gods. While most of the populace see no difference between the Greater Gods and the Titans, those learned in divinity understand there is a small but distinct difference. Tenure. The Titans were the original gods, every other god came after them. Still, … Continue reading The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 4)
The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 3)
The next tier of divine power up from the lesser gods, are the Intermediate Gods. While the Greater Gods and Titans are the movers and shakers of the cosmos, it is generally the Intermediate Gods that carry out their superiors wishes. In turn, the Intermediate Gods can delegate orders to the lesser and demigods if … Continue reading The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 3)
The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 2)
The next tier of power up from demigod status, are the lesser gods. This tier is one of constant conflict, yet of relative peace, for diplomacy rules here. The reason for this "controlled chaos" is two-fold. To begin with, there are rivals on many sides. For example, Torgash calls himself the god of War, the … Continue reading The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 2)
The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 1)
The gods of Duir'Aion are a collection of powerful entities. For the most part they tend to behave like family. There are alliances and disagreements, but when something threatens the pantheon they all tend to work together. Currently the status quo is under siege by the infernals of the Pit. Seven demon lords have ascended … Continue reading The Gods of Duir’Aion (part 1)
Chord’s World Tour – The Bloody Skulls
When a civilized race considers orcs, to a fault they all think the same thing. Vicious tusked warriors that have been raiding and pillaging for centuries. Typically orcs are organized into tribes. Each one named after something threatening, either their leader (usually) or their surroundings. Tug's Tusks, or Dragonspine orcs, for example. Generally speaking, orcs … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour – The Bloody Skulls
Chord’s World Tour – Shire
Cheshire is known as the jewel of the Great Kingdoms. If that is the case, then Shire is the perfect diamond in that collection that makes up Cheshire. Seat of the kingdom, this massive city is where the Argent Throne resides. King Armer XI and his wife Queen Selene Armbrose reside in Shire Castle, as … Continue reading Chord’s World Tour – Shire
A Darkness Rising 