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Civilizations cling to massive floating islands, navigating the heavens

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Aetherion

Aetherion

The world of Aetherion was once a vast, thriving empire—but a catastrophic event known as The Sundering shattered the land, sending entire continents adrift into the skies. Now, civilizations cling to massive floating islands, navigating the heavens with towering skyships, arcane engines, and mechanical constructs. The skies are an untamed frontier, filled with pirates, airship wars, lost ruins, and forbidden magic. Kingdoms vie for control of the remaining land, while the secrets of The Sundering remain buried in the shattered ruins that drift endlessly beyond the horizon.

Blackreach

Blackreach

Blackreach is a heavily fortified outpost that stands as a sentinel over a vital trade route connecting the floating islands. Manned by elite skyknights, it serves as a bastion against pirate raids and rogue airships, featuring towering walls and watchtowers equipped with ballistae and magical defenses.

Caldra Region

Caldra Region

Caldra is a breathtaking expanse of floating islands, each formed from hardened lava and surrounded by rivers of molten rock that flow through deep crevices. Aether-mining corporations have established precarious outposts here, braving the extreme heat and toxic fumes to extract valuable minerals that are essential for magical and technological advancements.

Driftfall

Driftfall

Once a thriving sky-city, Driftfall is now an eerie, crumbling ruin slowly sinking into the void. It was abandoned decades ago after a mysterious event caused its infrastructure to collapse, leaving only fragmented structures and remnants of its lost civilization. Few dare to explore its depths, as strange, whispering echoes haunt those who venture too far.

Hallow Ruins

Hallow Ruins

A derelict temple floats in isolation, its crumbling stone walls covered in moss and vines. Strange whispers echo through the air, enticing adventurers with promises of forbidden knowledge and ancient secrets long forgotten.

Harrow Dungeon

Harrow Dungeon

Harrow Dungeon is a labyrinthine fortress concealed within the jagged cliffs of a drifting island. It is said to be filled with lost treasures and unspeakable horrors, remnants of a forgotten war that once ravaged the land.

Ironreach

Ironreach

Ironreach is a heavily fortified military outpost serving as the headquarters for the Inquisition, an elite force dedicated to hunting rogue mages and suppressing illegal Aether-tech. Its iron-clad structure is reinforced with gravity-binding Aether crystals, ensuring stability in the storm-laden skies of Aetherion.

Orwyn

Orwyn

Orwyn is a humble skyborne settlement perched on the edge of a drifting plateau, renowned for its skilled airship builders. The community thrives on strong bonds, resisting the influence of major factions and maintaining its independence.

Riven Desert

Riven Desert

A vast, arid region where floating sand dunes shift unpredictably, creating a mesmerizing yet treacherous landscape. Buried beneath the dust are the remains of an ancient civilization, with crumbling structures and forgotten relics waiting to be unearthed by intrepid explorers.

Skyrend

Skyrend

Skyrend is the vast, open region of Aetherion, where hundreds of floating islands drift in the endless sky. It is the primary setting of exploration, trade, and conflict. Air currents and Aether storms create unpredictable routes, while remnants of pre-Sundering civilization hover in the void. Skyports, merchant hubs, and pirate hideouts can be found scattered across the clouds. The Expanse is considered the heart of Aetherion’s economy and power struggles.

Skyveil

Skyveil

Skyveil is a vast and temperate skyland characterized by rolling floating meadows, great rivers of clouds, and scattered villages. It is considered the safest region in Aetherion, serving as the heartland of civilization, where communities thrive amidst the beauty of the skies.

Solmar

Solmar

Solmar is a vibrant city perched on the edge of a massive floating rock, where golden spires glimmer in the sunlight. It serves as a bustling hub for traders, artisans, and fortune seekers, offering a unique blend of commerce and creativity.

Stormbreak Archipelago

Stormbreak Archipelago

A chain of floating islands constantly battered by massive Aether storms. Navigating through the Archipelago is considered a death sentence for the unprepared, as powerful wind currents, floating debris, and sudden gravitational shifts pose extreme dangers. Yet, hidden within the storm’s eye are ancient ruins rumored to hold relics from before the Sundering—treasures sought by daring explorers and reckless fortune-seekers.

Stormholt

Stormholt

Stormholt is a massive industrial sector of Vaelgard, characterized by towering Aether-refineries and steam-driven factories. The air is thick with the scent of burning fuel, and workers toil under the ever-watchful gaze of corporate overlords, their lives dictated by the relentless demands of industry.

Stormwaste

Stormwaste

Stormwaste is a harsh and unstable region where storms rage endlessly, creating a chaotic landscape filled with swirling winds and unpredictable gravity anomalies. Adventurers brave enough to traverse this treacherous terrain seek the untapped energy sources hidden within, but must navigate violent wind currents that threaten to throw them off course.

Umbral Region

Umbral Region

The Umbral Region is a dark and eerie expanse of floating islands shrouded in thick clouds, where sunlight is a rare occurrence. Legends speak of lost cities and strange beings that dwell in the shadows of the towering, floating mountains, creating an atmosphere of mystery and danger.

Vaelgard

Vaelgard

The largest and most advanced floating city in Aetherion, Vaelgard is a hub of commerce, innovation, and political power. Built upon a colossal suspended landmass, its skyline is dominated by towering spires, arcane reactors, and sprawling sky-docks. The city is divided into numerous districts, each catering to different aspects of life—from the gleaming halls of the High Council to the underbelly of the Riftward Docks. It is the primary gateway for travelers and a beacon of civilization in the ever-changing skies.

Vexen

Vexen

Vexen is a lawless floating city built atop a massive salvaged airship hull, where pirates, smugglers, and exiles thrive. Its economy is fueled by stolen goods and underground dealings, creating a vibrant yet dangerous atmosphere.

Voidspire

Voidspire

The Voidspire is a towering, crumbling structure that looms ominously at the edge of the known world. Once believed to be a gateway to another realm, it now stands as a haunting reminder of forgotten power, with whispers of dark entities still lingering within its shadowy halls.

Zephara

Zephara

Zephara is a breathtaking collection of high-altitude floating islands, renowned for their lush greenery and near-perpetual daylight. This serene haven attracts scholars, mystics, and those seeking solitude amidst the clouds, offering a tranquil escape from the world below.

This work includes material taken from the System Reference Document 5.1 (“SRD 5.1”) by Wizards of the Coast LLC . The SRD 5.1 is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
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