[Data Log] Scattered Shadows

[Shenorai]

This thread shall serve as the data log for Scattered Shadows, a Freeform Role-Play kicked off by Shenorai in August, 2013. Although the data itself will be posted in a random order, this post shall serve as a table of contents to assist in directing you to your desired information.

Due to the nature of a Freeform Role-Play, the story arcs will be controlled by various players rather than the Game Master. As a result, this thread may be updated by multiple players involved with Scattered Shadows.


Table of Contents​

Locations
- The World [by Shenorai]
-- Runesong, city of Arcane Technology [by Shenorai]
-- Drakkin City of Mystvale [by Shenorai]
-- Fallen Wyndian Capital of Xanadu [by Shenorai]
-- Floating Isle of Rivenstar [by Shenorai]

Races
- Demon [by Shenorai]
-- Soul Sower [by Shenorai]
- Drakkin [by Shenorai]
- Wyndian [by Shenorai]


Important Figures
- Malik Reynard Wyrmtaal [by Shenorai]
- Duchess Kiara Shaydscale [by Shenorai]
- Madame Mitula Sawyer [by Shenorai]

Events
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[Shenorai]

-[The World]-

Scattered Shadows takes place in a massive world, kept intentionally vague for the sake of allowing high freedom and development. Thus far, there are five 'layers' to the world itself. Life can be found in nearly all its layers. The (currently known) inhabited layers are: The Underworld, Subterra, The Surface Realm, The Sky Realm, and The Hallowed Realm.

Most life exists on The Surface Realm, for the varying environments found in all parts of The Surface are home to all sorts of flora and fauna. Both natural and supernatural habitats are located upon the surface, ranging from the usual forests, oceans, meadows, jungles, deserts, etc., to living crystalline forests and accursed magma swamps with direct access to The Underworld. The technology found on The Surface varies by region. Some regions are similar to today's world, others are still living in tribal times, and many rely on the arcane.

Subterra is the realm of underground dwellers. During one of many Magic Wars, thousands of humans and other sentient surface-dwelling races who did not wish to be caught in its destruction were forced to live underground. Centuries later, they had resurfaced to find The Surface crawling with new creatures. There are still many who live in Subterra, happy with their sunless habitat.

The Sky Realm is home to many flying creatures and races. Entire islands are kept afloat by various means, depending on the race inhabiting the island in question. The magically-inclined races disguise their floating isles by creating a false storm to obscure the island. Surface-dwellers who have access to flight mechanisms are able to visit the passing islands of the Sky Realm for trade and tourism.

The Hallowed Realm and The Underworld are polar opposites. The Hallowed Realm lies well above The Sky Realm, overseeing all that occurs all the way down to the surface. The Underworld is nestled comfortably between the world's core and Subterra. The Hallowed Realm is fabled to be the home of angelic beings, whereas The Underworld houses demons and other such creatures of the darkness. Not much is truly known about either realm.