Alyria: An Origin Story

In a time long before the events that would shape the world of Snowstorm, a period untouched by the rise of superhumans, existed a simpler existence, laden with hardships and monotony. Yet, amidst the mundane routines, a hidden reality remained obscured from the awareness of ordinary people. These were realms beyond reach, realms that flourished in parallel yet hidden dimensions. However, these dimensions were only inaccessible to those who were bound to the constraints of the ordinary world.

At the heart of this extraordinary reality stood Raina Starling, an unwitting bearer of an extraordinary gift. While Raina remained oblivious to her true nature, she was among the rare few who could bridge the gap between these enigmatic realms and the world she knew. Unbeknownst to her, her existence was destined to transcend the boundaries of the commonplace.

As she stepped into the realm of college life, Raina's thoughts were consumed by the typical concerns of a freshman. The mysteries that lurked around her lineage were relegated to the background, eclipsed by the excitement of new beginnings. Raina's family, aside from her older cousin, appeared to be confined to the sphere of her immediate surroundings, leaving her oblivious to the questions that could unravel the tapestry of her identity.

Raina's cousin, who had taken refuge within her family after the loss of her parents, was a curious figure in Raina's life. Yet, Raina had never fully questioned the peculiar occurrences that seemed to dance around her family. Like any normal young woman, she assumed her life to be unremarkable, veiled from the extraordinary. Little did she realize the depths of deception that lay shrouded in her reality.