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Nexara is a vast, magical world where the 21st century collides with fantasy.


Author's Note: Author's Note: Nexara is a vast, magical realm where the 21st century meets fantasy, larger than Earth and home to diverse races, including humans, orcs, elves, dwarves, and wizards. Its cities blend skyscrapers powered by arcane energy with mana-fueled technologies, creating a unique mix of magic and modernity. However, ancient powers and dark forces continually vie for control beneath this advanced surface. Kingdom of Esabury Located in the Ghivanni Delta, Esabury is a powerful nation known for its economic strength and arcane innovations. Cities like Arcathis utilize arcane automobiles, planes, and firearms. Despite its prosperity, Esabury faced a brutal war against the Iron Dominion fifty years ago over the delta’s precious arcane crystals. The Iron Dominion To the north lies the Iron Dominion, ruled by the Council of Shadows, a group of malevolent warlocks. They use dark magic—necromancy and blood magic—to maintain control and seek to dominate the Ghivanni Delta for its resources. Although the Treaty of Aridon ended the war, fears persist about the Dominion amassing power and developing forbidden weapons. The United Elven States of Thalorwyn East of Esabury, Thalorwyn is a key ally led by the Circle of the Verdant. The elves balance arcane technology with environmental protection, wary of industrialization’s impacts. They played a crucial role in the war, providing magical support, and now focus on harmonizing ancient and modern magic. The Orcish Kingdom of Druukar To the west, Druukar is an industrious nation with arcane-powered factories. Ruled by warrior-chiefs, it maintains a strategic alliance with Esabury against the Iron Dominion. Tensions in Nexara Despite fifty years of peace, tensions are rising. The Iron Dominion’s pursuit of dark magic raises fears of renewed conflict. Control of the Ghivanni Delta’s arcane crystal mines remains contentious, with the potential for another war looming as the Dominion grows bolder.
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Aetherian Expanse

Aetherian Expanse

The Aetherian Expanse is a vast and mysterious ocean that stretches across the world, acting as a grand divide between four super continents. Its depths are teeming with exotic marine life, mythical creatures, and lost ruins of ancient civilizations, all shrouded in a veil of enchanting legends. The shifting currents and unpredictable storms make it both a treacherous and awe-inspiring expanse for those who dare to navigate its waters.

Arcane Investigative Bureau Headquarters

Arcane Investigative Bureau Headquarters

The Arcane Investigative Bureau Headquarters stands as a symbol of modern governance and magical oversight. Newly constructed, it houses the finest mages and investigators dedicated to maintaining order and uncovering the mysteries of the arcane. With high-tech surveillance systems and warding spells integrated into its architecture, the building serves as both a fortress and a center for research.

Arcathis

Arcathis

Arcathis is a sprawling metropolis where innovation thrives. It’s the largest city on the continent and serves as a beacon of progress, both magical and technological. The city pulses with life. At the core of Arcathis is the Arcane Nexus, a vast center where mages and technologists work together to develop cutting-edge, magic-infused inventions.

Carter Airport

Carter Airport

The Airport of Arcathis is the largest airport in Elaris. Built in the Skytower District, it serves as a major hub for travel and commerce. Cranes and arcane-enhanced machine allows planes to land and take off smoothly, while mages and engineers oversee the process. The airport's lower levels house shops, trading posts, and luxurious passenger terminals, making it a popular destination for both merchants and travelers.

Drakthar

Drakthar

Located in a mountainous region, Drakthar is a modern city-state ruled by a clan of dragons who have established a feudal society. The city thrives on mining and metallurgy, producing some of the finest weapons and armor in Nexara, all crafted using advanced techniques. The draconic rulers prioritize their territory and resources over alliances, engaging in trade with a mix of suspicion and pride.

Eisedorn Command Military Base

Eisedorn Command Military Base

Eisedorn Command serves as the primary military base for the Kingdom of Esabury, strategically located in the rolling hills of Eisedorn. This robust facility is designed to house the kingdom's commanders, special forces units, and various battalions, providing comprehensive support for military operations throughout the region.

Governance Square

Governance Square

Governance Square is the political heart of Auroria, the capital of the Kingdom of Esabury. This vibrant area is home to essential government institutions, creating a bustling hub of political activity and civic engagement, where citizens actively participate in the governance of their kingdom.

Ironclad Stadium

Ironclad Stadium

Ironclad Stadium is the largest and most popular sports arena in Arcathis, known for hosting intense football matches that draw crowds from all over Elaris. The stadium is a marvel of engineering, with retractable domes and arcane-infused lighting systems that create dazzling displays during games. With a seating capacity in the tens of thousands, the roar of the crowd can be heard across the city on game day. Beyond football, the stadium also hosts concerts, festivals, and other major events, making it a key entertainment hub for the city.

Ironspire Station

Ironspire Station

Ironspire Station is the main train hub in Arcathis, serving as a key point for both cargo and passenger transport. The station is a grand structure with towering iron pillars, trains, and a vast underground network of tracks. Magical lights illuminate the station, and arcane-infused ticket booths ensure quick and smooth travel. It is a symbol of Arcathis’s industrial might, constantly bustling with travelers and goods from across Elaris.

Kingdom of Esabury

Kingdom of Esabury

Located in the lush Ghivanni Delta, the Kingdom of Esabury is a beacon of economic strength and arcane innovations. The cities here, such as Arcathis, thrive on advanced technologies like arcane automobiles and planes, alongside innovative firearms. However, the memory of a brutal conflict against the Iron Dominion, fought fifty years ago over the delta's precious arcane crystals, still lingers in the hearts of its citizens, shaping a legacy of resilience and progress.

Nexara

Nexara

Nexara is a vast, magical world where the 21st century collides with fantasy. This planet, larger than Earth, is home to many races—humans, orcs, elves, dwarves, wizards, and more.

Skyreach

Skyreach

A modern city-state located on solid ground but built to reflect a futuristic design, Skyreach is known for its advancements in aerial technology and transportation. The city boasts a vibrant community of engineers and aviators dedicated to exploring the skies and beyond. With a neutral and exploratory political stance, Skyreach seeks knowledge and adventure while often aiding others in their quests for discovery.

Southgate Harbor

Southgate Harbor

Southgate Harbor is the southern seaport of Arcathis, known for its strategic location and its focus on passenger travel. Ships and arcane-enhanced vessels dock here regularly, transporting travelers, diplomats, and goods to and from distant lands. The harbor is a more refined part of the city, with luxurious amenities for passengers, but rumors of clandestine deals in the dark alleys behind the port persist.

Tarian

Tarian

A coastal city-state famous for its pristine beaches and thriving trade routes, Tarian is a modern haven for travelers, artists, and merchants. The city celebrates cultural diversity and open trade, with bustling marketplaces and vibrant festivals. Its leaders are committed to maintaining neutrality in conflicts, promoting peace among neighboring states.

The Aether Spire

The Aether Spire

The Aether Spire is the towering capital of Arcathis, blending arcane magic and high tech technology in its design. Its gleaming glass domes and shimmering magical spires overlook the city, housing both government chambers and the city’s elite. The Aether Spire represents Arcathis’s vision of the future, where magic and technology are united. It is a jewel of the Kingdom.

The Brassworks District

The Brassworks District

The Brassworks District is the beating heart of Arcathis's industrial might, filled with towering factories, machines, and massive workshops. The streets are filled with laborers, inventors, and traders. Here, arcane-enhanced machinery is mass-produced, and everything from plane parts to weapons is crafted. While innovation thrives, the district is also a hotspot for dangerous experiments, with the ever-present risk of accidents and explosions.

The Gilded Bazaar

The Gilded Bazaar

The Gilded Bazaar is the premier retail district of Arcathis, filled with bustling marketplaces, high-end boutiques, and street vendors selling everything from arcane-infused gadgets to the latest in fashion. The district’s architecture blends elegant storefronts with intricate mechanical designs, and many of the shops are powered by arcane automation. At night, glowing arcane lights illuminate the streets, creating a magical atmosphere that attracts both residents and travelers. The Gilded Bazaar is not just a place to shop—it’s a hub for socializing, business deals, and even the occasional under-the-table transaction.

The Iron Dominion

The Iron Dominion

The Iron Dominion lies to the north, shrouded in an air of malevolence and dark ambitions. Ruled by the ominous Council of Shadows, this region is rife with whispers of forbidden practices and sinister power. Though a tenuous peace has come with the Treaty of Aridon, the ever-looming threat of necromancy and blood magic haunts the lands, making all who dwell nearby wary of their dark neighbors and the secrets they may be hiding.

The Iron Hollow

The Iron Hollow

The Iron Hollow is the underbelly of Arcathis, where the poorest residents live among crumbling buildings and makeshift homes. Smoke from the city's factories fill the air with a constant haze, and the streets are lined with rusted metal and discarded machinery. While law enforcement rarely patrols here, the Iron Hollow is a place where survival, innovation, and crime intertwine. Beneath the grime, an underground market of black-market arcane tech thrives, and many turn to illicit means to get by.

The Orcish Kingdom of Druukar

The Orcish Kingdom of Druukar

Druukar is an industrious nation built on the fusion of traditional orcish craftsmanship and advanced arcane technology. Ruled by powerful warrior-chiefs, the kingdom thrives on its network of arcane-powered factories and upholds a strategic alliance with the neighboring region of Esabury to ward off the expansionist threat posed by the Iron Dominion. The air is filled with the sounds of industrious labor and the hum of magical machinery, creating a unique atmosphere of commerce and culture amidst the backdrop of traditional orcish pride.

The Sate Of Auroria

The Sate Of Auroria

Auroria serves as the illustrious capital of the Kingdom of Esabury, a city dedicated to governance, diplomacy, and the cultural heart of the kingdom. It combines modern design with traditional Esabury elements, showcasing a commitment to progress, unity, and strength.

The Shrouded Yards

The Shrouded Yards

The Shrouded Yards is the dark, forgotten warehouse district of Arcathis. Known for its decrepit, warehouses and rusting metal structures, this area is filled with abandoned and repurposed spaces. While officially used for storage and logistics, the district has gained a reputation for illicit trade, smuggling operations, and underground dealings. Navigating through the fog-filled alleys, one can find black-market arcane tech, stolen goods, and more. The Shrouded Yards is also rumored to be home to a number of secret hideouts and criminal syndicates.

The State of Eisedorn

The State of Eisedorn

Eisedorn is a lush forest region, marked by the mesmerizing flow of winding rivers and streams that carve their way through the dense trees. At its heart lies the bustling city of Arcathis, a hub of innovation and trade, seamlessly integrated into the natural beauty surrounding it.

Umbrosia

Umbrosia

A hidden city-state located in the depths of a dark forest, Umbrosia is ruled by a coven of witches who practice modern dark magics. This technologically advanced city thrives on secrecy and is known for its potions, spells, and magical innovations. Often viewed as evil, Umbrosia maintains its power through fear and manipulation, reflecting its sinister dealings.

United Elven States of Thalorwyn

United Elven States of Thalorwyn

East of Esabury, Thalorwyn is a key ally led by the Circle of the Verdant. This kingdom of elves is dedicated to balancing arcane technology with environmental protection, remaining vigilant against the encroachment of industrialization. Having played a pivotal role in the recent war by providing significant magical support, they now pursue a harmonious integration of ancient and modern magic, striving for a sustainable future.

Valenfell

Valenfell

Nestled in the emerald hills, Valenfell is a modern city-state known for its cutting-edge magical research and progressive ideals. Home to many scholars and arcane practitioners, it serves as a hub for innovation in both magic and technology, with sleek skyscrapers housing labs and tech firms.

Verdant Forge Park

Verdant Forge Park

Verdant Forge Park is a massive, lush green space in the heart of Arcathis, designed as a refuge from the city's industrial sprawl. Large trees and magically-enhanced plant life fill the park, providing a stark contrast to the mechanical world outside. In addition to walking paths and open fields, the park features mechanical fountains powered by arcane energy and clockwork sculptures. Popular with both residents and tourists, Verdant Forge serves as a peaceful meeting point, but it’s also known for hidden underground meetings and occasional magical phenomena due to the ancient ley lines running beneath it.

Westport Dock

Westport Dock

Westport Dock is the primary seaport on the western side of Arcathis. Known for handling large cargo shipments and steam-powered vessels, the dock is bustling with activity as goods from across Elaris arrive. Arcane cranes and steam-powered machinery unload shipments, while sailors and merchants fill the taverns nearby. Though officially a trade hub, Westport is also rumored to be a hotspot for smuggling and illicit goods entering the city.

Zar'kesh

Zar'kesh

An arid city-state ruled by a council of powerful merchants and warlocks, Zar'kesh thrives on trade and the acquisition of wealth. Its modern markets are notorious for the sale of rare magical artifacts and unique goods, attracting a diverse clientele. Often seen as morally ambiguous or outright villainous, Zar'kesh is driven by profit and power, with the council employing dark magic to maintain control over the city and its economic dealings. The architecture is a mix of ancient ruins and modern luxury buildings, with holographic advertisements illuminating the streets, creating a vibrant yet dangerous atmosphere filled with whispers of deals made in the shadows.

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