Celestial Shadows: The Legacy of Selene

Prelude

In the distant lands of Aurelia, three ancient kingdoms have long coexisted in tenuous harmony, each distinct in its magic, terrain, and culture. These kingdoms—Lunaria, Solara, and Thalaria—are bound by powerful treaties and old rivalries, their histories entwined with both peace and conflict.

The history of The Realm of Aurelia spans millennia, shaped by ancient magic, powerful rulers, and the delicate balance between its three great kingdoms: Lunaria, Solara, and Thalaria. This vast and enchanted realm is as old as time itself, with its origins buried deep in myth and legend.The Age of Creation (The Primordial Era)

According to the oldest myths, Aurelia was formed by three primordial deities known as Luna, Sol, and Thalor. These deities, embodiments of the moon, sun, and sea, respectively, breathed life into the world, shaping its landscapes, populating it with creatures of magic, and creating the distinct regions that would later become Lunaria, Solara, and Thalaria.

Luna, goddess of the moon and stars, crafted the northern lands, filling it with small shimmering lakes and silver forests, where night and magic intertwined.

Sol, the god of the sun and light, shaped the southern lands, bathing them in eternal sunshine and warmth, from golden deserts to radiant cities.

Thalor, the god of the sea and storms, carved the western coasts and oceans, filling them with power and unpredictability, where tempests reigned.

For countless eons, Aurelia was peaceful and flourishing, a land of pure magic where the deities watched over their creation in harmony. The creatures of Aurelia thrived under the protection of the deities, basking in the gifts of the moon, sun, and sea.

The Age of Kings (The First Kingdoms)

As the deities withdrew from the mortal world, the three kingdoms began to emerge. The people of Aurelia, gifted with magic and wisdom by the deities, formed societies and kingdoms reflecting their patron deity's influence.

Lunaria rose in the north, its first rulers descended from the ancient Lunarian priestesses who were said to have the blood of Luna herself. Their kingdom thrived in the shadows, their power linked to the moon's cycles, and they built great cities like Evernight where moonlight magic was studied and revered.

Solara in the south, founded by the descendants of Sol's fiery children, became a land of strength and power. Its early kings were known as the Sunspears, warriors and rulers who wielded the magic of fire and light. Under their rule, Solara's cities became grand centers of trade, and they forged a prosperous kingdom in the blazing sun.

Thalaria grew strong in the west. The early Thalarian people were seafarers and stormcallers, able to bend the weather and command the seas. They built great fortresses along the coast, and the first Thalarian kings were fierce and unpredictable like the storms they ruled.

The Era of War and Unrest (The Dark Century)

Though the kingdoms coexisted for centuries, their peace was not always guaranteed. Over time, disputes arose over borders, resources, and ancient grievances. The tension between the kingdoms led to the Dark Century, a hundred years of intermittent war and strife.

The wars were driven by old rivalries: Lunaria and Solara clashed over the fertile borderlands along the Aether Veil, while Thalaria raided the coastal cities of both kingdoms, seeking dominance over the seas. Magic was weaponized in ways that had not been seen before, and the once-flourishing realm was scarred by conflict.

During this time, the kingdoms saw the rise of great heroes and villains, rulers whose actions would shape the future of Aurelia. The wars eventually came to an end with the signing of the Treaty of Silvermoon, brokered by the Lunarian queen Seraphelle. The treaty established the Aether Veil as a neutral buffer between Lunaria and Solara, and created fragile alliances between the three kingdoms.

The Age of Peace (The Golden Accord)

Following the Dark Century, Aurelia entered a long period of peace known as the Golden Accord. During this era, the three kingdoms prospered, and relations between them improved, with trade flourishing and ancient magic rediscovered. Each kingdom returned to its roots—Lunaria focusing on magical innovation, Solara on trade and military power, and Thalaria on its mastery of the seas.

However, the peace was often tenuous, as underlying rivalries still simmered beneath the surface. The kingdoms remained wary of one another, maintaining large armies and fortifying their borders, all while working to avoid another catastrophic war.

The Reemergence of Thalaria (The Present Era)

In the present day, the balance of power in Aurelia is once again threatened. After centuries of relative peace, Thalaria has begun to reassert its influence, its rulers seeking to expand their control over the seas and beyond. Driven by ambitions to reclaim lost power, the Stormlords of Thalaria have started to encroach on both Lunarian and Solaris territories, reigniting old tensions.

In response, the rulers of Lunaria and Solara have forged a tentative alliance, sealed by an arranged marriage between their royal families. This union is intended to solidify their bond against the growing threat of Thalaria. Yet, even as this alliance forms, there are whispers of darker forces at play, ancient magics stirring in the shadows, and forgotten deities returning to influence the fate of Aurelia.

With war looming on the horizon and the balance of power shifting, The Realm of Aurelia stands at a pivotal moment in its history. The actions of its rulers, heroes, and common folk will determine whether the realm plunges back into chaos or finds a new path toward lasting peace.