For over two centuries, the Empire was a beacon of unity and prosperity, guided by the powerful rule of Emperor Aethan Valmyr. The Emperor, a sorcerer-king of unmatched arcane mastery, claimed the Solar Throne not through blood alone, but by his extraordinary abilities in magic and his unwavering vision for the future of the realm. The Empire flourished under his reign, bringing an age of unprecedented peace and power. The diverse races of the world—humans, elves, dwarves, halflings, and others—lived under the banner of the Empire, with all noble Houses bound in loyalty to the crown, each contributing to the stability of the land.
Aethan’s mastery over the arcane arts was a cornerstone of the Empire's strength. His powers not only allowed him to lead in battle but to extend his reach far beyond mere military conquest. He established an intricate web of ley lines and magic-infused fortresses, ensuring that his Empire was both impenetrable and prosperous. The Solar Throne itself, a seat of unmatched power, was said to be enchanted with an eternal flame of the sun, channeling the Emperor’s will into every corner of the Empire.
However, Aethan’s reign was not without its critics. Whispers of his dark dealings, particularly with strange, powerful beings beyond the material world, grew louder over the years. Some say he made a pact with a celestial or otherworldly entity to secure his eternal rule, though no evidence was ever found. What was clear, however, was that the Emperor's magic seemed to grow stronger with each passing year, making him both a revered figure and a source of fear.