Across the kingdoms of Mythea stand monuments, cities, fortresses, temples, and marvels so extraordinary that their fame has spread throughout the continent.
Some were built by kings.
Some by dwarves.
Some by forgotten civilizations.
Others may have been shaped by the gods themselves.
Every traveler dreams of seeing at least one.
Few ever see them all.
Location: Vhal'Tor
Perhaps the most recognizable fortress in Mythea.
Highforge Keep serves as the seat of the Sovereign Chain and the headquarters of the Iron Banner.
Built atop a massive granite outcropping overlooking the surrounding countryside, the fortress dominates the horizon for miles.
Its walls have never fallen.
Its armories contain countless historical treasures.
Legends claim portions of the keep were built upon foundations far older than the kingdom itself.
Many secret passages are rumored to exist beneath its halls.
Location: Vhal'Tor
The spiritual heart of the Order of the Gilded Rose.
More than a mere Rose House, it serves as a cultural institution recognized throughout Mythea.
Its architecture combines elegance, luxury, diplomacy, and artistry.
Nobles, merchants, diplomats, rulers, and adventurers regularly visit its halls.
Many treaties have been negotiated within its chambers.
Many secrets have been exchanged there as well.
Its legendary Rose Gardens attract visitors from across the continent.
Location: Unknown
Maintained by the Lantern Collegium.
Built upon the site of an ancient Starfall Field, the Observatory contains some of the finest astronomical instruments in existence.
Scholars gather there to study:
Stars
Comets
Celestial phenomena
Starfire Relics
Certain chambers are restricted even to senior members of the Collegium.
Rumors persist that the deepest levels contain records concerning the Black Star.
Location: Khazad-Dur
A colossal subterranean hall supported by one thousand intricately carved stone pillars.
Each pillar tells part of dwarven history.
The hall is considered one of the greatest architectural achievements in the world.
Visitors often spend days studying the carvings.
No two pillars are identical.
Dwarves claim the hall was built to endure until the end of time.
Location: Velvet Sultanate
The magnificent palace complex of House Al-Zahra.
Its domes, gardens, fountains, and mosaic-covered halls are renowned throughout Mythea.
The Court serves as:
Seat of government
Diplomatic center
Cultural landmark
Many artists consider it one of the most beautiful structures ever built.
Its treasury is the subject of countless legends.
Location: Sylvaran Covenant
A vast collection of sacred groves protected by the elves.
Massive silver-leafed trees illuminate the forest beneath moonlight.
Pilgrims often travel enormous distances to visit the groves.
The region is considered one of the most spiritually significant locations in the Covenant.
Some believe the boundary between Mythea and the Endless Wild grows thin there.
Location: Vhal'Tor
A massive stone bridge crossing one of the kingdom's major rivers.
Constructed centuries ago, it remains one of the greatest engineering achievements in human history.
Countless merchants, pilgrims, armies, and adventurers have crossed its span.
Many historical events have occurred upon its stones.
Some historians claim more treaties have been signed there than in any royal court.
Location: Lantern Collegium
An enormous repository of knowledge.
Unlike ordinary libraries, the Archives constantly grow.
Scholars from every kingdom contribute discoveries.
The collection contains:
Maps
Histories
Journals
Research
Ancient texts
Entire wings remain inaccessible to the public.
Some books reportedly appear without explanation.
Location: Velvet Sultanate
The largest marketplace in Mythea.
Goods from every kingdom can be found there.
Many merchants consider a successful season at the Bazaar the pinnacle of commercial achievement.
It is said that anything can be purchased there.
Whether that is true depends upon whom one asks.
Location: Khazad-Dur
The greatest active forge in the dwarven realms.
Its fires have burned continuously for centuries.
Master craftsmen from across Mythea travel there to study and compete.
Many legendary Masterworks were created within its halls.
Admission is considered a tremendous honor.
Location: House of the First Rose
A wonder within a wonder.
The Gardens contain thousands of rare rose varieties gathered from across the world.
Many species grow nowhere else.
Poets, artists, and lovers frequently make pilgrimages there.
Legends claim one flower among them was blessed personally by Vespera.
No one knows which one.
Location: Worldspine Mountains
A mysterious staircase carved directly into a mountain face.
No records identify its builders.
The stair climbs impossibly high before disappearing into cloud and stone.
Many expeditions have attempted to reach its summit.
Few return with clear memories of what they found.
Location: Western Coast
A natural harbor surrounded by crystalline cliffs that shimmer in sunlight.
Ships traveling through the region often stop simply to witness its beauty.
The harbor is considered one of the safest anchorages in Mythea.
Several myths connect it to the Crystal Leviathan.
Location: Capital of Vhal'Tor
The city is protected by seven monumental gates.
Each commemorates a different era in the kingdom's history.
Visitors traditionally enter through the gate associated with their purpose:
Trade
Diplomacy
Pilgrimage
Military service
Scholarship
Craftsmanship
Adventure
Whether the tradition truly matters remains debated.
Most locals follow it anyway.
Not every Great Wonder has been discovered.
Many scholars believe additional wonders remain hidden.
Possibilities include:
The Lost City of Glass
The Drowned Library
The Sleeping Forge
The Seven Doors of the Endless Wild
The Black Star Observatory
Entire expeditions have been launched in pursuit of these rumored marvels.
Some return with discoveries.
Others become legends themselves.
A common saying among adventurers states:
"A person who sees one Wonder gains a memory. A person who sees them all gains a story."
Across Mythea, countless roads lead toward greatness.
The Wonders stand as reminders that some destinations are every bit as important as the journey itself.