Ebony Feathers

The Beginning

Earth. As it used to be known, A planet filled with a species that hungered for more. Only to have everything taken away. 
Years ago, the society of those foolish enough to forsake the planet, met their end. No one currently understands how these people had perished. Referred to as "The old ones" by the common folk. Some even worship them, for their knack for innovation. Believing the afterlife has a futuristic comfort waiting for them on the other side. 
Regardless, This was never intended to be the end. Just the epilogue for a new chapter. 

Humanity left behind their DNA, and the other inhabitants. Were fated to change from the mistakes of man. Like the fall of Rome, a new civilization arose to claim the planet as their own. 
This sparked the next age. 

Radiation, from bombs long blown up.
Tidal waves, born from a lust for energy.
Tornadoes, that had ripped through the land. 
Fire, caused by the atmosphere.
And earth, being shifted around from all the disorder. 

The planet regained balance, after a long time of waiting. Resetting to the dark ages as natural selection had it's way with the new blooming life around it. Domino effects transpiring and creating the second dawn of life. 

Kingdoms claimed land, provoked by the longing for safety. Intelligent beings exploring and learning about the past, present, and future. Big, strong green men, Animalistic humanoids, Magic long-eared elves, byproducts of mutations from past errors. And so much more. 

This new Earth is now called many different things. But to the Country of Elesses, this is commonly known as Phobotane. Based off of the belief of the Phoenix that breathed life to all of the planet through his flapping wings. 

Once a war driven society by King Ormond, 30 years ago. Elesses Has fallen under a new era. One led by King Roland. Who had taken the throne after his time as a knight. This time was spent learning of his compassion for life. Deciding that he would lead the world to a new age of peace and balance. Unlike his father. After taking over as king, he banished his father. Taking his long awaited plan into action. He let the borders open. Cultivating over time the most welcoming place for everyone. Though, this comes at a price. 

He made enemies with previous allies, Though he won the appreciation of many, he gained enemies as well. His soldiers, Preoccupied with a war. Forced the economy to take a change. Suddenly, Mercenaries were the most valuable resource. Guilds surfaced, taking in people willing to work missions given to them. In exchange for housing, Money, Food, or even just a community where they can grow. 

But, this is about four people. Their interactions with the world. Their Drive to become more powerful. Their path to redemption. Their search for a long lost friend. And the fulfilment of the ultimate quest. 

This, is Ebony Feathers.