Elizabeth Rose

Prologue

Kingdom of Almadria, nestled in the northeastern reaches of the wondrous world. In this realm of enchantment, a myriad of fantastical beings, both mundane and monstrous, roam the lands alongside folk of diverse races and creeds. Truly, a land brimming with magical creatures and sorcery beyond compare.

The Kingdom of Almadria was a peaceful place but only on the surface. The peaceful facade of The Kingdom of Almadria concealed the struggles faced by its poor and weak mortal inhabitants, who were exploited by the wealthy and powerful immortals. Eventually, the mortals rebelled against their rulers and with great sacrifices, they established their own kingdom, and banished the immortals into the unknown.

Once the majestic kingdom opened its doors to humans, elves, dwarves, beast-kin, and various other mythical creatures, the society blossomed into a melting pot of cultures, customs, and traditions. However, as the races began to intermingle, the inherent social hierarchies and racial biases reared their ugly heads, driving a wedge through the fabric of the once-unified society.

Despite this, the kingdom managed to maintain some semblance of stability until the humans delved into the ancient art of magic, deluding themselves into believing they were superior to the other races. As their arrogance and entitlement grew, they began to use their newfound power to launch attacks on their fellow inhabitants, sparking a bitter conflict that would change the course of history.

The other races, tired of being subjugated and oppressed, were forced to retreat to the fringes of the kingdom, splitting the once-united land into smaller, fractured kingdoms. The humans, emboldened by their victory, established their own center of power and influence in the heart of the kingdom, lording over the other races with impunity.

For a brief moment, peace settled over the kingdom like a gentle breeze, offering a glimmer of hope for the future. However, the human lands were beset by famine, disease, and overpopulation, driving them to desperation and sparking yet another bloody conflict. This time, however, the other races were not caught off guard, and they were determined to defend themselves against their oppressors.