The Chronicles Of Kethira

The Free Clans are independent peoples who owe allegiance to their own traditions rather than the Crown of Kethira. There are four clans who homestead in Kethira.  Structure Unlike the Houses: leadership is earned inheritance is less important warriors and elders share authority clan councils are common A clan chief who loses respect may simply be replaced. This often horrifies nobles. The Great Clan Confederacies Several major clan groupings exist. These are large enough to influence politics across Kethira. The Stormhorn Confederacy Located in the northern coastal highlands. Known for: sailors raiders monster hunters These are the people most likely to interact with Karshana. Their longships occasionally patrol the Sea of Erone. Distinctive Color: Deep Blue Symbol: A lightning bolt splitting a wave Tattoo Style: Interwoven spirals and lightning patterns Placement: Forearms Neck Face (senior warriors) The Stormhorns believe every person carries a storm wi...

House Lemisaco Seat:  The Crystalline Palace, Morgansfort Race: High Elves Influence: Diplomacy Ancient lore Arcane scholarship Long-term planning Symbol: A silver tree beneath a crescent moon. Motto: "What Endures Is Remembered." Reputation The Lemisacos are the oldest recognized noble family in Kethira. They claim to remember events from before the founding of the kingdom. Nobody can prove otherwise. Many members serve as: diplomats scholars advisors archivists The family frequently clashes with House Chalise because the Lemisacos possess ancient knowledge but rarely share it. Relationship with the Crown The Lemisacos supported Queen Zauriel and remain loyal to House Aurelian. The House's finest warriors serve many roles within the ranks of the Royal Army and Navy.  However, they have begun expressing concern about the rise of the Fourfold End and the increasing number of forgotten historical records. House Nythra House Nythra ...

Elara Carelian Class: Paladin Alignment: Lawful Age and Place of Birth: 28 years old, born at The Palace on the Rock, Morgansfort Parents:   Father: King Zerne Carelian Mother: Queen Maerith Chalise Carelian (deceased) Siblings:  Half-Sister: Pernumbra Carelian Half-Sister: Rhea Adiri Early Life:  Elara Anne Carelian was born to trumpets blaring and a three-day festival in her honor. She was an extraordinary child with a strong sense of social justice and fierce ambition. She attended The Royal Preparatory Academy during her formative years, and was accepted into the prestigious Crown Academy, a rigid institution which develops and educates defenders of the faith and the crown of Kethira.  Crown Academy and her Oath: She graduated second in her class from the academy, and was immediately sent to her regiment at the Temple of the Crown in Morgansfort to begin her noble duty. She remained in frequent contact with her older sister Pernumbra, and remained active in her...

Rhea Adiri Class: Thief Alignment: Neutral  Age and Place of Birth: 25 years old, born at The Palace on the Rock, Morgansfort Parents:   Father: Baron Karza Carelian Mother: Queen Maerith Chalise Carelian (deceased) Siblings:  Half-Brother: Irfan Early Life:  When Rhea was born, the midwife had informed Queen Maerith that the child had been stillborn, so Karza's agents could remove the infant from the palace without suspicion. Two days later, Baron Karza arranged for Rhea to be adopted by Mehmet and Semra Adiri. Mehmet is a prominent merchant in Helmfirth, which is where Rhea was raised as a child. She displayed high athletic prowess and an uncanny ability to understand people. While in Helmfirth, she was an active child, and always getting into mischief. She loved watching the acrobats and magic users display their feats of prestidigitation in the public square and at the market, and aspired to become a wizard so she could bring honor to her family. The Regal Wiza...

*Note: The information provided is a starting point. Feel free to use the family histories provided to build your character's backstories.  House Carellian The Royal Bloodline Seat:  The Palace on the Rock, Morgansfort Influence: Crown, diplomacy, governance Notable Members: King Zerne Carelian Princess Elara Carelian Queen Zauriel Carelian (deceased) Queen Zelene Carelian (deceased) Reputation: The dynasty that unified Kethira. Symbol: A golden sun rising above a silver tower. Motto: "The Dawn Endures." House Aurelian The Ancient Keepers Seat: Aurell Keep, Morgansfort Influence: History, noble alliances, succession claims Reputation: The oldest surviving bloodline in Kethira. Many believe House Aurelian ruled before the Carelians. Aurelians have influence throughout Kethira, and hold various positions of power and influence throughout Kethira.  Several scholars quietly support their historical claims. Symbol: A white stag ben...

 1. The Temple of the Crown Deity: Solonar, The Golden King God of Law, Kingship, and Civilization Temple: The Crown Symbol: A golden crown atop a silver tower. Alignment: Lawful Good Titles: The Golden King Lord of the First Throne Keeper of Oaths Solonar is said to have taught humanity how to build kingdoms and establish laws. His priests serve as: judges royal advisors magistrates diplomats King Zerne is considered one of Solonar's most devoted followers. Sacred Teaching "A kingdom survives not through strength, but through duty." Domains: Kingship, law, justice, duty, civilization. The Temple of the Crown teaches: "Chaos is the first victory of darkness." Its priests advise rulers and magistrates. King Zerne is closely associated with this temple. Many nobles worship here. Headquarters Morgansfort Followers Nobles Judges Administrators Royal officials 2. The Temple of the Hearth Deity: Elyra, The Hearth...