Omens of the Wild Hunt.
Last night the stars began to blink. The haze that blankets the sky sometime between the months of Sanalis and Heimid- that some say is the visible proof of the Veil- makes the stars fight harder to be visible. They…
Nerien
When Bloodbound Walk the Witherwalk.
The Witherwalk is a pilgrimage, of sorts, for those who need to grieve an ending and endure a transformation. A looping trail that surrounds the city of Lucerra in Southfell that, when walked alone, can affect both soul and body.…
Preparations for Earthsong.
There’s a palpable excitement threading its way through the cities of Southfell- so strong that even the sternest Justicars betray a tremor of anticipation ,as I watch them move about the streets. Earthsong is but a few days away, and…
The Wild and the Wonder.
I have always marvelled at the contrasts within Ethecorra.Take Montarvia, for example- such a large and beautiful continent. From the snowy peaks of the Vaelspire Mountains, to the mist-drenched coastal waters of Velastra, its landscapes shift like pages of an…
The Rains of Solis.
I saw the waters rise today. Standing just beyond the tidal flats, near the Lower Port, the Gods blessed the dry land with rain upon the earth. The clouds had moved swiftly and I saw the knowledge reflected in the…
The Lost Souls.
I remember the first time I ever heard the term Lost Soul. I was watching the tides roll in at Broma, waiting for the moon to rise when a young boy came running towards the shoreline. His laugh was infectious,…
The Sacred Archive.
Over the countless years and centuries I have watched and witnessed, I have seen countless texts, scrolls and parchments- both complete and incomplete- pass through hands, be buried, burned, or lost to time. I write about these the most. The…
Why Humen’s Won’t Use Bloodfern.
Deep within the forests of Southfell, there grows a feathery plant known for its vivid colours and quiet power.Bloodfern is easily spotted amongst the undergrowth; its fronds stained a deep crimson like old wine, or more aptly, fresh wounds. It…
The Tale of the Duskrain Heron.
Meandering along the riverbanks of Ethecorra’s forests, you may find the Duskrain Heron. A tall, beautiful, and elegant wader that is known for his deep blue-grey plumage. He is not just any bird though, despite his appearance. It’s said that…
The First Gods of Ethecorra.
The first Gods of Ethecorra are older than written history. They predate time. The oldest Gods belong to no living religion and still they’re older. They are barely remembered, spoken of in half-whispers and on broken fragments of parchment. They…