Aethelgard world illustration - Fantasy theme
Fantasy

Aethelgard

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A land of reigns, ancient magic, and fractured kingdoms vying for power across diverse landscapes.


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Aethelgard

Aethelgard

Aethelgard is a sprawling continent characterized by its diverse geography, from rugged coastlines and fertile river valleys in the west to towering mountain ranges and arid expanses in the south. The northern regions feature taiga forests transitioning into tundra, while large lakes and volcanic peaks add to the continent's varied landscapes.

Aethelport

Aethelport

Aethelport sprawls along a series of sheltered bays and estuaries, characterized by colorful sails and towering cranes. The lively atmosphere is filled with the sounds of dockworkers, traders haggling in various languages, and street vendors calling out to passersby, all set against a backdrop of whitewashed stone and vibrant tiles. Hpuse Azure rules the city and the reign

Aqua Dea

Aqua Dea

Aqua Dea is a vibrant trade hub built at the junction of several powerful thermal springs, ruled by pragmatic dwarves. The central temple dedicated to the water goddess features breathtaking polished stone and shimmering mosaics, while steamy marketplaces buzz with mingling cultures from all races, blending like the warm currents beneath the city.

Azure Shores

Azure Shores

Azure Shores is a bustling port town known for its vibrant blue waters and thriving maritime trade. Whitewashed buildings with terracotta roofs overlook a sheltered harbor filled with ships, while the air is alive with the sounds of gulls, dockworkers, and exotic merchants.

Borealis

Borealis

Borealis is a city ingeniously built around colossal glaciers, featuring dark stone buildings insulated with furs. Bridges of ice and bone connect structures, while light is provided by carved ice windows and bio-luminescent fungi. The Frost Citadel, carved into the largest glacier, stands as the city's central structure, often hidden in swirling snow.

Emberfall

Emberfall

Emberfall is a bastion of strength for the Ironclad Dominion, characterized by its imposing black stone walls and the formidable Citadel of Kings. The city thrives on military might, with wide avenues leading to bustling squares, echoing with the sounds of forges and marching soldiers, embodying the Dominion's ambition and authority.

Embrace of Goddesses

Embrace of Goddesses

The Embrace of Goddesses is a mystical citadel existing in a liminal space where the energies of the sun and moon converge. Accessible only during rare celestial alignments, it features architecture of duality with sun-blessed heights and moon-kissed depths, housing a temple dedicated to both the Goddess of the Sun and the Goddess of the Moon, and a legendary forge that crafts weapons of unmatched power.

Erinbur Academy

Erinbur Academy

The Erinbur Academy is a prestigious institution dedicated to training aspiring knights from all walks of life. With a neutral stance, it welcomes students from various kingdoms, divided into three houses based on their origins and beliefs, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and competition among them.

Frostfang Spire

Frostfang Spire

The Frostfang Spire is a towering formation of black ice, surrounded by swirling snow and biting winds. It is said to be the northernmost point of the known world, where monstrous entities lie dormant within its glacial heart, waiting to awaken.

Goddess's Peak

Goddess's Peak

Goddess's Peak is a towering mountain that challenges adventurers with treacherous trails and hidden dangers. Despite its perils, the mountain is adorned with breathtaking natural wonders, including vibrant flora and cascading waterfalls, leading to the majestic golden tower at its summit.

Oakhaven Refuge

Oakhaven Refuge

Hidden deep within a network of ancient forests and winding ravines, Oakhaven Refuge is a colossal stronghold built among ancient trees. The rebels have integrated their structures with the natural surroundings, creating a well-defended and easily concealed base that serves as a sanctuary for those fleeing Ironclad oppression and a strategic staging ground for their operations.

Silverwood Haven

Silverwood Haven

Silverwood Haven is a mystical island where the forests shimmer with an ethereal light, serving as the last refuge for exiled elven monarchs. The air is filled with bioluminescent flora, and gentle whispers echo among the trees, as if the spirits of the forest are watching over their royal inhabitants.

Sunstone

Sunstone

In the heart of a vast, unforgiving desert, Sunstone is a magnificent city that serves as a beacon of prosperity and a melting pot of cultures. Its architecture features buildings adorned with intricate mosaics and vibrant frescoes, while the grand bazaar bustles with merchants selling exotic spices, shimmering silks, and precious stones.

The Farmlands

The Farmlands

The Farmlands is an expansive area of fertile soil, stretching as far as the eye can see, dotted with golden waves of wheat swaying in the breeze. This agricultural paradise is the breadbasket of the continent, providing sustenance to countless towns and cities, and is known for its rich, loamy earth and skilled farmers who work tirelessly to harvest its bounty.

The Hollowed Citadel

The Hollowed Citadel

Once a thriving capital, The Hollowed Citadel now lies in ruins, haunted by the echoes of its past. The curse of the Hollow has drained the life from its streets, leaving only shadows and whispers of what once was.

The Hollowed Wastes

The Hollowed Wastes

The Hollowed Wastes are a haunting reminder of the Curse of the Hollows, transforming a once-vibrant desert into a realm of despair. Jagged rock formations and bone-like sand create a landscape of eerie beauty, while petrified trees stand as silent witnesses to the land's tragic fate.

The Shifting Shroud

The Shifting Shroud

The Shifting Shroud is a desert of perpetual twilight, where fine, grey sand drifts in silent, ceaseless motion, reshaping the landscape and burying any trace of passage. Navigation is treacherous, as landmarks vanish and reappear with the whim of the silent winds, amplifying despair until travelers succumb to exhaustion and are swallowed by the sands.

The Silent Canopy

The Silent Canopy

The Silent Canopy is the largest forest on the continent, shrouded in mystery and whispers. It is believed to be a sacred place, protecting the goddess of the earth, where many adventurers have lost their way, entranced by its beauty and secrets.

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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