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==Overview==
The '''First War in Heaven''' was a cataclysmic conflict in the universe of '''[[Aerenda]]''', marking the first large-scale war between the '''[[Elfia Dominion]]''' and the '''[[Human Stellar Confederation]]'''. This war spanned stars and dimensions, leaving scars on the very fabric of reality. It resulted in the near-extinction of humanity and their forced exile to the isolated world of '''[[Mideria]]'''. The war's bitter legacy sowed mistrust and deep-seated enmity that persists in the current age.

This war was not fought merely for territory but was a battle of ideals, pride, and betrayal. It was driven by mortal ambitions and subtle divine manipulations, as dark gods from '''[[Drekoria]]''' sowed discord to shatter the balance of [[Aerenda]].

=='''Origins of the Conflict'''==
==='''The Age of Unity'''===  
Aerenda was once a world of peace where tribes coexisted harmoniously under the watch of gods '''[[Ontea]]''' and '''[[Medriel]]'''. The [[Elfia]], masters of magic, ascended to the stars first, crafting ethereal civilizations. The Humans, brilliant engineers, expanded rapidly with technological prowess. Their rapid growth brought them into conflict with the [[Elfia]].

==='''Seeds of Discord'''===  
Competition over resources and territories led to mistrust. The [[Elfia]] saw the Humans as reckless, while Humans viewed the [[Elfia]]'s reliance on magic as arrogance. The dark gods of '''[[Drekoria]]''' whispered promises of power to ambitious leaders on both sides, fanning the flames of war.

==='''The Catalyst'''===  
Discovery of the ancient '''[[Aetherian Vault]]''', a repository of pure magic, on a distant world ignited the conflict. Diplomatic talks failed, and a massacre—its origin disputed—sparked the First War in Heaven.

=='''The Warring Powers'''==
==='''[[Elfia Dominion]]'''===  
*'''Strengths''': Stellar ley-line mastery, enchanted starships, powerful sorcery.
*'''Leadership''': The '''Council of Silver Stars''', led by '''Queen [[Velyara]] the Radiant'''.
*'''Allies''': '''[[Mania]]''' explorers and a faction of the '''[[Morphia]]'''.

==='''[[Human Stellar Confederation]]'''===  
*'''Strengths''': Advanced technology, mechanized warfleets, planet-cracking weaponry.
*'''Leadership''': '''High Marshal [[Kael Varyn]]''', famed for his strategic brilliance.
*'''Allies''': Select '''[[Goria]]''' clans drawn by promises of wealth.

==='''The Shadowed Hands (Drekoria's Influence)'''===  
Agents of '''[[Drekoria]]''' manipulated both sides, aiming to collapse Aerenda into chaos.

=='''Key Battles and Events'''==
#'''The [[Shattering of Astra'Vel]]''' – The [[Elfia]] stronghold, [[Astra'Vel]], was annihilated by the Human superweapon '''[[Solus Lance]]'''. This act unified the [[Elfia]] for total war.
#'''[[Siege of Arkanis Prime]]''' – [[Arkanis Prime]], the industrial hub of humanity, endured a century-long siege by [[Elfia]] forces. The siege ended only after '''Morphia''' operatives sabotaged [[Elfia]] supply chains.
#'''The Betrayal at the Aether Gate''' – A peace summit at the [[Aether Gate]] was shattered when an unknown assassin murdered High Marshal [[Kael Varyn]], dissolving any chance of peace.
#'''The Sundering of Stars''' – The [[Elfia]] unleashed the '''Starbind Ritual''', collapsing a Human star system into a black hole. In retaliation, Humans fired '''[[Voidpiercer Torpedoes]]''', tearing rifts into [[Aetheria]] and spreading chaotic magic.
#'''The Exile of Humanity''' – The [[Elfia]] banished humanity to '''[[Mideria]]''', severing their access to the stars with celestial wards. This reverted them back to a feudal society.

=='''Notable Figures'''==
*'''Queen Velyara the Radiant''': Sorceress-queen of the [[Elfia]], renowned for her unmatched magical prowess.
*'''High Marshal Kael Varyn''': Unifier of the human factions, a tactical genius whose death ended peace talks.
*'''Shadowed Hands''': Enigmatic agents of '''[[Drekoria]]''' who manipulated both sides.

=='''Legendary Lost Artifacts'''==
*'''Aetherian Vault Keys''': Fragments of the ancient vault that could restore or destroy [[Aerenda]]’s balance.
*'''Solus Lance Core''': The power source of the weapon that destroyed [[Astra'Vel]], rumored to still exist.
*'''Starforged Crown''': A relic once worn by Queen [[Velyara]], believed to enhance control over stellar [[Ley-Lines]].
*'''Voidpiercer Shard''': A remnant of the torpedoes used to breach [[Aetheria]], seeping chaotic energy.

=='''Aftermath and Legacy'''==
==='''The Broken Peace'''===  
Victory for the [[Elfia]] was hollow. Celestial Wardens forbade their further expansion, and humanity regressed into fragmented kingdoms on '''[[Mideria]]'''.

==='''Lingering Hatred'''===  
Humans remember the [[Elfia]] as oppressors; the [[Elfia]] view humans as dangerous. Trust was shattered, and ancient weapons lie dormant, awaiting discovery.

==='''The Dark Gods Stir'''===  
The war served the dark gods' designs, planting seeds for future strife. Whispers of a second war echo through Aerenda.

=='''Prophecies'''==
'''Prophecy of the Shattered Sky''':  

{{Quote|quote=When the stars bleed and the gates crack, the exiled shall rise, and the heavens will burn anew.|speaker=Prophet [[Noloran Dax]]|source=[[The Quillion]]}}

=='''See Also'''==
*[[Ontea]]
*[[Medriel]]
*[[Drekoria]]
*[[Mideria]]
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