1.1.01: The creation of the world.
In the beginning, before anything existed, there was only Uro'nus, an ancient and solitary entity. He floated amidst an infinite and oppressive void, a realm shrouded in silence and stillness, where not a single light or sound dared to intrude. As he gazed into the encompassing darkness, a sense of profound loneliness consumed him, filling his heart with sorrow. In his despair, Uro'nus wept; his tears fell from his celestial form, cascading through the veil of nothingness. Each droplet transformed upon contact with the void, bursting forth into radiant celestial bodies—shining stars that pierced the darkness, creating a tapestry of light across the vast expanse.
Yet, even with the stars twinkling like diamonds scattered across a blanket of black, Uro'nus felt an insatiable emptiness within him. The beauty of his starry creations did little to quell his yearning for substance. Thus, in an act of divine will, Uro'nus summoned forth the primordial elements of existence—water, earth, air, and fire. With unmatched skill and artistry, he wove these elements together, shaping them with care and intention into a magnificent world that he named DemTera.
As he looked down upon his newly formed world, Uro'nus decided that the sky deserved a presence worthy of its grandeur. He gazed into the infinite blue and envisioned two celestial beings to illuminate the heavens. He crafted Sol’nus, the bright sun, infusing him with the essence of warmth and life. Sol’nus was entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the day, guiding the rhythms of time, and shaping all meteorological phenomena in the sky. In contrast, Uro'nus created Lun’nus, the moon, whose ethereal glow suggested mystery and depth. Lun’nus was charged with watching over the night and presiding over all the waters of the earth, providing balance to the cycles of the world.
Once the celestial guardians were in place, Uro'nus surveyed DemTera once more, only to find it devoid of life. The landscape was a magnificent tableau, yet it echoed with silence, yearning for the laughter and movement of living beings. To remedy this, Uro’nus breathed life into his creation, giving rise to countless animals that would populate the expansive seas. He envisioned fish darting through the depths, whales singing their haunting songs, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with color. On land, creatures of all shapes and sizes began to roam freely—the majestic deer bounding through lush forests, the sturdy bears lumbering in the hills, and the birds soaring through the azure skies above, their melodies filling the air.
However, as Uro’nus beheld the flourishing life, anxiety gripped him. Would these creatures thrive in harmony, or would their existence lead to imbalance and decline? To ensure the continuity of life in DemTera, he manifested the beautiful Gaii’nus, a nurturing spirit who would oversee all living beings. She was given the sacred duty of watching over each species, ensuring they flourished and knew the proper times to bring forth their young, allowing the cycle of life to perpetuate with grace.
But Uro'nus's heart still bore a concern. He knew that even the most vibrant life could lead to excess and chaos. Therefore, he created Exa’nus, a fair and wise being who would set the limits of each creature’s lifespan. Exa’nus was tasked not only with determining the duration of life for each animal but also with guiding their souls after their bodies passed into the earth, ensuring that balance was upheld in the cycle of existence.
With these creations now thriving in DemTera, Uro’nus gazed upon his world with a profound sense of fulfillment. The laughter of animals, the rustle of leaves, and the songs of the celestial beings filled the air, creating a symphony of life that echoed through the valleys and mountains. Under the watchful gaze of Sol’nus and Lun’nus, Uro'nus felt a deep contentment wash over him, a realization that he had woven together the very fabric of existence.
At last, the overwhelming fatigue of creation washed over him. Uro’nus lay down upon the soft grass of DemTera, gazing up at the stars his tears had formed. He rested his head and drifted into a peaceful slumber. As he slept, his dreams unfolded like a vibrant tapestry, taking him on a wondrous journey through a grand city of light and wonder—a place where all his creations lived in harmony and joy. In this dream, he explored bustling markets filled with laughter, gardens blossoming with life, and edifices that glimmered under the watchful gaze of Sol’nus and Lun’nus. Each night of rest replenished his spirit, filling him with inspiration for the world he had brought into being, a world that would thrive and evolve for eternity.
1.1.02: The creation of the first beasts.
As Uro'nus slumbered, the four godly siblings, Sol'nus, Lun'nus, Gaii'nus, and Exa'nus, convened in a grand assembly to discuss the magnificent world their father had created. For many days and many nights, they deliberated, their celestial voices weaving in and out of harmony as they pondered the wonders of DemTera. United in their admiration for their father's masterpiece, they decided to create gifts to honor Uro'nus, to celebrate the beauty and diversity of the world he had brought into being.
Sol'nus, the radiant sun god, gazed up at the blazing sphere of fire that was his aspect, and his heart swelled with grandeur. Inspired by the world's splendor, he called down tongues of flame from his celestial forge, shaping them into a magnificent creature. With precision and power, he crafted the first High-dragon, a winged lizard of unyielding strength and majesty. The dragon's scales shimmered like polished gold, reflecting the sun's brilliance, as its wings spread wide, casting a shadow over the landscape. Sol'nus envisioned this creature as the master of the skies, a being of unparalleled freedom and dominance.
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Meanwhile, Lun'nus, the mystical moon god, stood at the edge of the endless sea, awestruck by its beauty and majesty. Feeling blessed by the world's wonders, he reached out with his ethereal powers, drawing up water from the depths of the ocean. With gentle yet firm hands, he shaped the liquid into a colossal form, creating the first Sea-serpent. This enormous sea beast was a marvel of elegance and terror, its body undulating like the waves as it slid through the darkness of the deep. Lun'nus entrusted the Sea-serpent with the duty of ruling over the deepest, most mysterious parts of the ocean, where the light of the sun barely reached.
Gaii'nus, the nurturing goddess, wandered through the wide forests and open fields, her heart overflowing with joy at the beauty of the world. She approached the tallest and proudest tree in the forest, its branches stretching toward the sky like a verdant crown. With reverence, she touched the tree's trunk, and its essence began to transform. The tree's body began to shift, taking on the form of a deer, yet retaining its arboreal majesty. Thus, the Onodrim, the giant tree beast, came into being. Gaii'nus entrusted the Onodrim with the guardianship of the deepest, most ancient forests, where the secrets of the earth lay hidden.
Exa'nus, the mysterious goddess of shadows, gazed into the hidden places of the world, where darkness reigned supreme. Feeling honored by the world's complexity, she reached into the shadows, gathering the darkest, most elusive fragments of the night. With an unseen hand, she shaped these shadows into a being of unholy terror, the Crypt-fiend. This shadow beast was a master of stealth and darkness, its presence felt but rarely seen. Exa'nus entrusted the Crypt-fiend with the dominion over the largest, most foreboding shadowy places in the world, where fear and uncertainty lurked.
When Uro'nus finally awoke from his slumber, the four godly siblings presented their gifts to their father. Uro'nus's heart swelled with joy and pride as he beheld the four magnificent beasts, each a testament to the unique aspect of his children. With a gentle smile, he blessed the High-dragon, the Sea-serpent, the Onodrim, and the Crypt-fiend, acknowledging their place in the world of DemTera.
Inspired by the diversity and wonder of his children's creations, Uro'nus decided to craft a being that would embody the essence of all four gifts. He took a part from each of the beasts – the wings of the High-dragon, the scales of the Sea-serpent, the antlers of the Onodrim, and the shadowy cloak of the Crypt-fiend – and combined them into a single, majestic form. Thus, the Majestic Chimaera came into being, a hybrid beast of unbridled power and beauty. Uro'nus entrusted the Chimaera with dominion over the highest peaks of the world, where the air was thin and the winds howled with fury. The Chimaera stood as a symbol of the harmony and balance that existed among the four godly siblings, a testament to the wonders that could be achieved through unity and cooperation.
1.1.03:The creation of the Kind.
In the days that followed Uro'nus's creation of the majestic beasts, the four younger gods went forth to fulfill the divine tasks their father had assigned them. Each sibling immersed themselves in their responsibilities, shaping their domains and nurturing the gifts they had bestowed upon the world. Yet, as the sun rose and set, casting light and shadow upon the land, Uro'nus found himself lost in contemplation of the grand city that had flourished in his dreams. He envisioned a vibrant place, a hub of life and connection, but as he watched the world develop, he noticed an absence that troubled him.
While Sol’nus, Lun’nus, and Exa’nus devoted themselves to their work, they soon realized that their beloved sister, Gaii’nus, appeared to be unfulfilled, her heart heavy with an unspoken sorrow. Concerned for her well-being, they gathered together and resolved that it would be wise to send Sol’nus, the oldest and brightest among them, to inquire after her spirit and ascertain what troubled her heart.
So it came to pass that Sol’nus journeyed to Gaii’nus, finding her nestled in a sunlit meadow, a tapestry of blossoms and creatures surrounding her in a riot of color. Butterflies flitted about, and the laughter of animals filled the air, yet despite this beauty, Gaii’nus radiated a melancholy that dimmed the brilliance of the day. “Oh, sweet sister,” Sol’nus called gently, his golden rays glistening upon her. “It is clear to all beings in this world that thou hast sorrow in thy heart. Pray tell, what in this great world possesses the power to weigh thy heart down?”
With a smile that was both tender and tinged with sadness, Gaii’nus replied, “Oh, dear brother, great indeed is the world our father has created, but within my heart lies a painful emptiness. The life that Uro’nus has birthed—the animals, the landscapes—they are wondrous, yet they possess not the depth of purpose I long to see. They lead simple existences, devoid of meaning. I wish to gift them something—a spark of awareness, a breath of connection.”
Sol’nus, feeling the weight of his sister’s sorrow, was moved deeply. Understanding the longing for a richer existence, he hurried to where their father had created the grand city born of Uro'nus's dreams. With love in his voice and hope in his heart, he approached Uro'nus and spoke earnestly, “O father, the world you have created may be bursting with life, yet Gaii’nus feels deeply the emptiness among those living. She sees their lives as fragile and fleeting, lacking the essence of connection and meaning.”
Uro'nus, who had listened intently, recognized the truth in Sol’nus's words. There was love woven into the intricacies of their family, and it echoed in the longing of Gaii’nus. With a thoughtful nod, he declared, “You speak wisely, my son. Love is what sustains existence; therefore, we shall create a new creature in our likeness, imbued with purpose and spirit, to walk upon the earth and explore the vastness of the world—let us create the Kind, the first of the people from whom all others will descend.”
With that sacred decision made, Uro’nus called forth the essence of creation, intertwining the elements of their beings—wisdom, beauty, strength, and compassion. He breathed life into the Kind, a people of two distinct natures, endowed with the gift of thought and the weight of choice, capable of love and purpose akin to their divine creators.
As Uro'nus prepared to impart his wisdom to the newly formed Kind, he summoned them to gather before the majestic gates of the city he had envisioned. Upon their arrival, the vibrant colors of their skins gleamed in the light of Sol’nus above, and the energy of potential radiated from them. “I sense that thou art not all of the same mind,” he began, his voice resonating with the power of the cosmos. “Some among thee wish to explore the wonders of the world I have crafted, while others prefer the warmth and security of the city I have fashioned. Today, I offer thee a choice: stay outside these grand gates and wander the untamed lands or follow me, along with my children, into the sacred city of Ava'rinn.”
As his words hung in the air, a palpable tension arose among the Kind, their hearts racing with anticipation. With reverence and trepidation, they contemplated the choice before them, aware that it was irreversible. In that moment of decision, the Kind split into two distinct groups: those who embraced the call of adventure and the unknown, the Man-Kind, remained outside the gates, yearning to forge their own destinies in the flourishing world beyond. Meanwhile, the Fae-Kind, a group entranced by the idea of closeness to the gods and the luminous city, chose to follow Uro'nus and his children into the illuminated halls of Ava'rinn, eager to partake in the divine tapestry that awaited them.
Thus began the journey of the Kind, a story of exploration, wisdom, and connection—one that would resonate through the ages as they carved out their destinies in the world their father had created, each path illuminated by the love and aspirations of their divine lineage.