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'''Mystifea''' is a universe of divine design, shaped by a distant Creator and populated with [[Human (Mystifea)|mortals]], [[Angel (Mystifea)|angels]], and eldritch entities. Its vast landscapes and layered dimensions harbor ancient conflicts and mysteries, where mortals strive for meaning, and divine servants battle relentless cosmic threats. | '''Mystifea''' is a universe of divine design, shaped by a distant Creator and populated with [[Human (Mystifea)|mortals]], [[Angel (Mystifea)|angels]], and eldritch entities. Its vast landscapes and layered dimensions harbor ancient conflicts and mysteries, where mortals strive for meaning, and divine servants battle relentless cosmic threats. | ||
== Geography and Realms == | {{Universe|name=Mystifea|image=mystifea.jpg|creator=[[Beldor]] and [[Laret]]|magic_system=[[Void Magic (Mystifea)|Void]], [[Deep Magic (Mystifea)|Deep]], [[Celestial Magic (Mystifea)|Celestial]], [[Primal Magic (Mystifea)|Primal]]|genre=[[Dark Fantasy]]|inspirations=Video Games, Lovecraft|technology_level=Industrial Age|primary_species=[[Angel (Mystifea)]], [[Human (Mystifea)]], [[Dwarf (Mystifea)]], [[Elf (Mystifea)]]|dimensions=[[Heaven (Mystifea)]], [[The Void (Mystifea)]], [[Mundane]], [[Space Between Places]]|dominant_factions=[[Void Cults]], [[The Secular Order]],|noteworthy_locations=[[Odorian City]], [[Void Rift]]}} | ||
== Geography and Realms== | |||
=== Mundane === | ===Mundane=== | ||
The '''Mundane''' plane is | The '''Mundane''' plane is Mystifea's physical world, inhabited by mortals, their protectors, and creatures both wondrous and terrifying. | ||
==== The Roots of Mundane ==== | ====The Roots of Mundane==== | ||
Beneath the surface of Mundane lie the enigmatic '''Roots''', home to the: | Beneath the surface of Mundane lie the enigmatic '''Roots''', home to the: | ||
* '''[[ | *'''[[Dwarf (Mystifea)|Dwarves]]''', a diminutive but industrious species standing only four feet tall. | ||
* '''[[Deep | *'''[[Deep Elf (Mystifea)|Deep Elves]]''', tasked with containing the '''[[Unnamable Things]]''', eldritch horrors banished after their invasion from the Void between universes. These horrors are nameless in all records, as naming them is believed to grant them power. | ||
The Roots remain a place of eternal darkness, where Dwarves and Deep Elves form an uneasy alliance to protect the world above. | The Roots remain a place of eternal darkness, where Dwarves and Deep Elves form an uneasy alliance to protect the world above. | ||
==== Space Between Places ==== | ====Space Between Places==== | ||
The night sky, referred to as '''[[The Space Between Places]]''' by the '''[[Moon | The night sky, referred to as '''[[The Space Between Places]]''' by the '''[[Moon Elf (Mystifea)|Moon Elves]]''', is believed to connect Mundane to celestial bodies like stars, planets, and the moon. The [[Moon Elf (Mystifea)|Moon Elves]], ever curious, have built their cities on the highest peaks of Mundane, though they keep their findings shrouded in mystery. | ||
==== Heaven ==== | ====Heaven==== | ||
'''Heaven''', perceived by mortals as the Sun, is the domain of: | '''Heaven''', perceived by mortals as the Sun, is the domain of: | ||
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The Angels rule with a totalitarian grasp, outlawing Void worship and branding those who seek its power as heretics. | The Angels rule with a totalitarian grasp, outlawing Void worship and branding those who seek its power as heretics. | ||
==== [[The Farlands]] and the Ocean ==== | ====[[The Farlands]] and the Ocean==== | ||
The oceans of Mystifea are vast and treacherous, harboring both wonder and danger: | The oceans of Mystifea are vast and treacherous, harboring both wonder and danger: | ||
* '''[[The Farlands]]''' are whispered lands beyond the known seas. | *'''[[The Farlands]]''' are whispered lands beyond the known seas. | ||
* '''Ocean Creatures''' like whales, sharks, and giant squid inspire awe and fear. Some legends speak of '' | *'''Ocean Creatures''' like whales, sharks, and giant squid inspire awe and fear. Some legends speak of ''[[Kr'ethen]]'', a colossal octopus guarding a portal to another universe. | ||
== The Void == | ==The Void== | ||
[[The Void (Mystifea)|The Void]] is a chaotic dimension where | [[The Void (Mystifea)|The Void]] is a chaotic dimension where Mystifea's natural laws cease to apply. Often overlapping with Mundane, it spawns beings and phenomena that defy comprehension. | ||
=== Void Beings === | ===Void Beings === | ||
Viewed as demons by mortals, '''[[Void Beings (Mystifea)|Void Beings]]''' grant immense power to those who seek them. However, these gifts often come at a high cost, driving mortals to madness. | Viewed as demons by mortals, '''[[Void Beings (Mystifea)|Void Beings]]''' grant immense power to those who seek them. However, these gifts often come at a high cost, driving mortals to madness. | ||
=== Void Elves === | ===Void Elves=== | ||
A sect of Elves known as '''[[Void | A sect of Elves known as '''[[Void Elf (Mystifea)|Void Elves]]''' broke away from their kin to live where the Void intersects with Mundane. Though stronger and more capable than most mortals, they remain distant from human affairs unless provoked. | ||
=== Void Cults === | ===Void Cults=== | ||
Outlawed and branded heretics, '''Void Cults''' worship the Void and its beings. These groups are often led by deranged individuals whose interactions with the Void lead to catastrophic consequences. | Outlawed and branded heretics, '''Void Cults''' worship the Void and its beings. These groups are often led by deranged individuals whose interactions with the Void lead to catastrophic consequences. | ||
== History of Mystifea == | ==History of Mystifea== | ||
=== The Creation === | === The Creation=== | ||
Mystifea was created by a detached Creator who waged war alongside his Angels to banish the invading '''Unnamable Things''' to the Roots of Mundane. The '''Void''', a chaotic byproduct of creation, was ignored by the Creator, leaving the Angels to combat its growing influence. | Mystifea was created by a detached Creator who waged war alongside his Angels to banish the invading '''[[Unnamable Things]]''' to the Roots of Mundane. The '''[[The Void|Void]]''', a chaotic byproduct of creation, was ignored by the Creator, leaving the Angels to combat its growing influence. | ||
=== The Elves === | ===The Elves=== | ||
As the | As the Creator's first mortal creation, the Elves were divided into three groups: | ||
# '''Deep Elves''': Guardians of the Unnamable Things in the Roots of Mundane. | # '''[[Deep Elf (Mystifea)|Deep Elves]]''': Guardians of the Unnamable Things in the [[Roots of Mundane]]. | ||
# '''Surface Elves''': Protectors of humanity. | #'''[[Surface Elf (Mystifea)|Surface Elves]]''': Protectors of humanity. | ||
# '''Moon Elves''': Dreamers who seek the stars and the secrets of the cosmos. | #'''[[Moon Elf (Mystifea)|Moon Elves]]''': Dreamers who seek the stars and the secrets of the cosmos. | ||
=== The Dwarves === | ===The Dwarves=== | ||
Discovered by the Deep Elves in the Roots, the '''Dwarves''' proved to be invaluable allies despite their small stature, aiding in the eternal struggle to maintain balance. | Discovered by the Deep Elves in the Roots, the '''Dwarves''' proved to be invaluable allies despite their small stature, aiding in the eternal struggle to maintain balance. | ||
== Trivia == | == Inhabitance of Mystifea == | ||
=== Humans === | |||
=== Elves === | |||
==== Surface Elves ==== | |||
===== Void Elves ===== | |||
==== Deep Elves ==== | |||
==== Moon Elves ==== | |||
=== Dwarves === | |||
=== Angels and Celestials === | |||
=== Vampires and Werebeasts === | |||
=== Soulless Ones === | |||
[[Soulless One|Soulless Ones]] are beings or more their vessels that have been animated by magic or individuals that have lost all identity to the [[Void (Mystifea)|Void]]. They are sometimes called [[Undead]] though the term is not always accurate of each [[Soulless One]]. | |||
=== Unnamable Things - Greater === | |||
=== Unnamable Things - Lesser === | |||
[[Lesser Unnamable Things]] fled to the ocean when [[Beldor]] and his [[Celestial (Mystifea)|Celestials]], were combatting the [[Unnamable Things|Greater Unnamable Things]]. After the [[Unnamable Things|Greater Unnamable Things]] were sealed away the [[Lesser Unnamable Things]] stay within the [[Deep of the Ocean]]. The fear of the [[Celestial (Mystifea)|Celestials]] and [[Angel (Mystifea)|Angel]] kept them in the [[Deep of the Ocean]]. Only recently have they grown brave enough to venture onto land. | |||
=== Void Beings === | |||
== Magic Systems == | |||
=== Deep === | |||
[[Deep Magic (Mystifea)|Deep]] Magic's source is the [[Unnamable Things]]. They give power to those who wish for greater dominion over [[Mundane]] and the [[Void (Mystifea)|Void]]. Only those brave enough to venture to the [[Roots of Mundane]] are able to gain such power. Those found unworthy are consumed by the [[Darkness (Mystifea)|Darkness]] and the [[Roots of Mundane]]. The [[Deep Elf (Mystifea)|Deep Elves]] often kill those who venture to deep as they are tasked with Guarding and Containing the [[Unnamable Things]]. | |||
=== Primal === | |||
[[Primal Magic (Mystifea)|Primal Magic]] is the only other magic system in Mystifea that is allowed by [[the Secular Order]]; even though [[Primal Magic (Mystifea)|Primal Magic]] is used to make [[Werebeast (Mystifea)|Werebeasts]]. [[Primal Magic (Mystifea)|Primal Magic]] uses the natural laylines that occur throughout Mundane. This does make [[Primal Magic (Mystifea)|Primal Magic]] vulnerable to corruption, however. | |||
=== Celestial === | |||
[[Celestial Magic (Mystifea)|Celestial Magic]] is almost exclusively used by members of the [[The Secular Order|Secular Order]], [[Angel (Mystifea)|Angels]], and [[Celestial (Mystifea)|Celestials]]. It only works during the daytime when [[Heaven (Mystifea)|Heaven]] is visible. Overcast weather greatly hinders its potency and accuracy. | |||
=== Void === | |||
[[Void Magic (Mystifea)|Void Magic]] is the most powerful form of magic within Mystifea, however, it is also the most difficult and volatile. Using one spell can drive, weaker minds, to [[Madness]]. [[Void Elf (Mystifea)|Void Elves]] are the most common practitioners of [[Void Magic (Mystifea)|Void Magic]] as they live in close proximity to [[Void Bleed (Mystifea)|Void Bleeds]] and have found ways to stave off or complete resist [[Madness]]. | |||
==Trivia== | |||
=== | ===Mundane's Oddities=== | ||
* '''Root Luminescence''': Bioluminescent fungi glow in the Roots of Mundane, believed by Deep Elves to whisper the voices of the Unnamable Things. | *'''Root Luminescence''': Bioluminescent fungi glow in the Roots of Mundane, believed by Deep Elves to whisper the voices of the Unnamable Things. | ||
* '''Dwarven Ale Lore''': Dwarves credit their robust health to ''Glowbeer'', a bioluminescent brew made from algae in the underground rivers. | *'''Dwarven Ale Lore''': Dwarves credit their robust health to ''[[Glowbeer]]'', a bioluminescent brew made from algae in the underground rivers. | ||
=== The Void === | ===The Void === | ||
* '''Void Riddles''': Scholars driven mad by the Void speak in cryptic riddles that reveal advanced magical formulas when deciphered. | *'''Void Riddles''': Scholars driven mad by the Void speak in cryptic riddles that reveal advanced magical formulas when deciphered. | ||
* '''Void Echoes''': Haunting melodies can be heard in regions where the Void overlaps with Mundane. | *'''Void Echoes''': Haunting melodies can be heard in regions where the Void overlaps with Mundane. | ||
=== Cultural Fun Facts === | ===Cultural Fun Facts=== | ||
* '''Elven Politeness''': Interrupting someone is considered so rude among Surface Elves that offenders must apologize with flowers and a formal poem. | *'''Elven Politeness''': Interrupting someone is considered so rude among Surface Elves that offenders must apologize with flowers and a formal poem. | ||
* '''Angelic Bureaucracy''': Angels meticulously log every prayer, mortal deed, and Void incursion in ''The Eternal Ledgers''. | * '''Angelic Bureaucracy''': Angels meticulously log every prayer, mortal deed, and Void incursion in ''The Eternal Ledgers''. | ||
* '''Mariner Superstitions''': Mariners refuse to eat fish with odd numbers of scales, believing it invites oceanic curses. | *'''Mariner Superstitions''': Mariners refuse to eat fish with odd numbers of scales, believing it invites oceanic curses. | ||
=== Strange Creatures === | ===Strange Creatures === | ||
* '''Whale Bones as Relics''': Ancient whale bones are often mistaken for ruins of forgotten civilizations. | *'''Whale Bones as Relics''': Ancient whale bones are often mistaken for ruins of forgotten civilizations. | ||
* '''Octopi Myths''': ' | *'''Octopi Myths''': [[Kr'ethen]], a colossal octopus, is said to guard a portal to another universe beneath the [[Esparian Ocean]]. | ||
=== Miscellaneous Mysteries === | ===Miscellaneous Mysteries=== | ||
* '''Moonlit Runes''': Mysterious runes sometimes appear on mountains under the moonlight, baffling even the Moon Elves. | *'''Moonlit Runes''': Mysterious runes sometimes appear on mountains under the moonlight, baffling even the Moon Elves. | ||
* '''Starfall Races''': Moon Elves hold an annual race during meteor showers to catch fragments of fallen stars. | *'''Starfall Races''': Moon Elves hold an annual race during meteor showers to catch fragments of fallen stars. | ||
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