The Island Continent of Tear[]
Tear is an island that was long assumed by mankind to be uninhabited. In the early years of the Age of Adelrune, a potent ritualistic spell cast by the Archmagus Gomadawn caused Heroes and Villains alike to return from the dream beyond death. They appeared on the Island of Tear still reeling from memories of their demise and shaking off the slumber of doom. Those that were freed from the cold grasp of death have taken to calling themselves The Returned.
The Returned faced opposition from Effendal that, to their surprise, were native to the island, as well as constant assault from strange and mysterious creatures. The Returned initially settled a small town of their own, which grew into a budding City-state known as Solace before it was dissolved and placed under the auspices of the Unity Government along with all other human settlements on the island.
There is also said to be a prophecy that has foretold the arrival of The Returned. It is sometimes referred to as "The Burned Prophecy". There are those that say it details many events that have come to pass already, and foreshadows more that have yet to happen. There are also some that say the prophecy changes constantly, and new versions appear each time The Returned alter what may have been. This has led to much fear and superstition over the place of The Returned in the world. It seems as though they have the power not only to escape from death, but also to alter fate itself.
Locations of Interest on the Island of Tear[]
Areas Under the Aegis of the Unity Government
Areas Under the Aegis of the Effendal Houses
- The Citadel
- Effendal Tribal Lands
Additional Locations on Tear
- Theddespari
