History

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The glorious continent of Ecarth, as it is known today, originated in the central region of Iralor, along the shores of the grand Terial Lake, 778 BK (Before Kalureth). Natives rose to civilisation quicker than anticipated, tribes emerged around Terial. The shores were proven to be incredibly fertile, the reason as to why many of Ecarth’s citizens remained there for long period of time.

At 10 BK, the tribes began to cluster around the lake before expanding as one into one of the largest villages known at that time. Across the lake, another village had risen, not nearly as big as the first to rise but proved to be prosperous. Months after the discovery of the young village, the chieftains both arranged a meeting, which later led to a strong trade route between the clans. The trading followed for years, until the arrival of Kalureth.

By the time Kalureth arrived, both villages had grown together into one strong city, known as Rodale. Kalureth was a young prophet of gods that were unknown to the people of Rodale. He performed spectacular tricks and talents (which was later proven to be shamanism) that got the attention of one of the city’s leaders. He preached to the leader in a manner that was both arrogant yet graceful, shouting to the sky of the gods who watch over us. He started the First Era (as it is known in the Ecarthian Scriptures), gathering a large amount of followers.

Kalureth gained most of his fame after his assassination in year 85 FE (First Era). His followers blamed the citizens of Rodale who didn’t believe in the gods to whom Kalureth preached to. Kalureth’s followers started numerous riots that got out of hand, which led to a needed switch in power. New leaders were placed on top to handle the outbursts in Rodale, whom wouldn't be afraid to use force to get things under control.

In year 135 FE, Imperium managed to gain full control over the public. They punished those who took part in the riots, keeping them as prisoners and eventually being executed, while others to remain slaves.

In year 213 FE, Imperium began its assault across the rest of the country of Iralor, taking it completely in year 245 FE. Years later, the citizens of Iralor had communicated with the other lands around them. The first foreign country that Iralor’s Imperium found was the country of Overo, home of an unknown race.

In year310 FE (Second Era), Imperium declared war against the “savage” elven race. Overo responded actively by pushing forces to the shores of Calatune, a region in the north-east of Iralor. The First Contact War had begun.

The War between Iralor and Overo lasted for 734 years, before a race from the north was forced to intervene (A more detailed version of the First Contact War will be put in a spoiler in the future).

In year 1050 FE, a tall and muscular horned race, known as the Akaarus, pushed their forces down through the middle of the regions between Overo and Iralor, but not to fight. The giants built forts and walls, literally separating Overo and Iralor. Frustrated by the interference of the Akaarus, the humans of Iralor began attack the fortresses, killing some of the soldiers. The Akaarus didn’t appreciate the violence; sending out troops to remove the threat. The Akaarus warriors wiped out nearly one hundred soldiers in a short period of time, proving that they were a forced to be reckoned with. Iralor fell back and didn’t think of attacking the race again. The Akaarus threatened both the Dark elves and the Humans that if they did not sign a treaty, both their lands will perish.

In year 1063 FE, the countries agreed to sign the treaty, named “The Winterfall Treaty.” It stated as long as the Akaarus of Garoc kept their region that separated Overo and Iralor, there would be no battles or war or any violence of any kind between the two (summary of course). The treaty started an era of peace as the rivaling countries picked up the pieces from the war. The second era started in year 1072 FE.

The Second Era began when another race sailed from their land. A race similar to that of Overo, known as the High elves. Their name was gained from their homeland, the Isles of Para, a cluster of floating islands east of Iralor, Garoc and Overo.

In year 78 SE (Second Era), Overo declared war on the Isles of Para and their ways of magic. The Dark elves of Overo chose to use the magic the land while the High elves of Para explored in all the magical elements. The Dark elves thought of this as being arrogant and irresponsible as well as disrespectful towards the spirits of nature.

The Arcane War roared on for 127 years (a more detailed version of the war will be provided in a spoiler in the future) where the Overic people came up on top. The Para were forced to retreat to their homeland, but not alone. A group of Dark elves were sent to the Isles to watch the mages carefully. A part of the surrender is that the High elves of Para weren’t allowed to practise magic without the watchful eye of the Overic.

In year 230 SE, Iralor was split in two when the public finally decided to overthrow the ruthless slavers known as Imperium. A rebellion, called The Awakened, started a war against the government in an attempt to give Iralor a better rule. This great war still wages on today.

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Today, the condition of Ecarth is grim. The High elves of Para remain under the strict control of Overo. Iralor remains split as the northern faction of Imperium and the southern group of The Awakened continue to wage war on each other. Garoc remain as they always were; disconnected from the rest of the conflicts of Ecarth, although a stronger threat might peak its ugly head out from the snow. Rumors are spreading that the Parish are thinking of regaining power over the Isles. No matter what it is, Ecarth is definitely the place for an adventurer.

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