Hello, it's me, the author 'PenInk.' It's a lame name, I know... but this isn't about me! Maybe I'll make a special, egocentric chapter at a later date!
This is a special chapter to talk about some... errrr... 'lore'? 'worldbuilding'? Don't worry, this isn't some info dump, and it's completely optional! It's just for the curious! Enjoy!
I don't want to reveal too much unnaturally, so future archives and main story chapters will expand on info written in this one.
Also note, some information here is subject to change! If it isn't stated in the direct story, then you might wanna take it with a grain of salt, since these are my own thoughts which are ever-changing!
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Geography — In the known world, there are three continents:
The central continent, Caelthar, The Heartland. The southern continent, Qadithar, The Golden Reach. The eastern continent, Byongrae, The Dawn Continent.
Caelthar is the main setting. The entire continent is ruled by one royal family, and governing body is divided among nobles.
The capital, Zion, is where the royal family resides.
Magic Tower — Just outside the capital, there is a large magic tower.
This is where the greatest wizards and witches study, very similar to a modern-day university except students attend from age eleven to eighteen.
Of course, many wizards and witches don't go all the way to the tower to study. In fact, the majority study under experienced teachers as apprentices. The tower isn't a requirement at all.
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Currency & Trade — In Caelthar, there are four distinct coins that serve as currency.
Chit - least value, Copper
Stub - worth 10 chits, Silver
Turn - worth 30 stubs, Gold
Ledger- worth 50 turns, Gold, printed with noble sigil
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Characters
Demon Child, The Boy — A mysterious young boy who grew up on the streets without a name. Won't someone just name him soon? Or, perhaps it's he who has to accept one.
It's his first time being 'human'. Though I guess that goes for all of us. His skewed world view can be attributed to his upbringing. He is the direct and the first apprentice of the wizard Alwyn.
The Boy joined Alwyn out of desperation. With nothing left for him in his hometown, he decided to follow the wizard he at first considered a 'fruitcake.' Why? The power that was used to destroy his town was just too cool!
In that moment, he took Alwyn's hand, hoping to gain that same power. He doesn't hold a grudge against Alwyn for his crimes, but instead admires him.
I mean, it's not like he cared at all for his town, a place that abandoned him. That's what he says, at least.
If friends described him in three words, he would be: small, scrawny, cute
He has messy, pale purple hair, fair skin, and bright red eyes. He's below average in height (thanks to malnutrition, and measures around 152cm or 5'0ft tall.
The Everflame Wizard, Alywn — Great and prodigious young wizard. If he stayed in the tower and honed his abilities, he might've become known as the greatest wizard of all time. For some reason though, he abandoned his climb to fame for a different purpose, leaving all in the wizarding world at a loss.
Why would a young talent such as he throw it all away?
Alwyn is on a journey around the continent, doing his wizard duties and collecting apprentices for an... unknown reason.
Perhaps he just wants to teach? Though it is unusual for a wizard as young as he to take up the occupation, rather than continue honing their own craft. Especially
If 'friends' described him in three words, he would be: arrogant, foolish, the-greatest-wizard-to-live!
Alwyn has messy, dark, raven hair, fair skin, and bright blue eyes. He's above average in height, measuring around 195cm or 6'4ft tall. He's a handsome young man!
Andel — A young orphan who followed The Boy into a life on the outskirts of town.
A responsible boy, he was possibly one of the only two people who ever held any care for The Boy.
He joined The Boy out of admiration, since he was the strongest kid he'd ever met.
He was often responsible for getting food for everyone, and was worse than both The Boy and Lori at fighting.
He seems kind of weak right now, though?
If friends described him in three words, he would be: good, respectful, smart
Andel has messy black hair, pale skin, and green eyes. He's above average in height, measuring around 175cm or 5'9ft tall.
Lori — A young orphan who followed The Boy into a life on the outskirts of town.
An irresponsible boy, he was possibly one of the only two people who ever held any care for The Boy.
He joined The Boy out of admiration, since he was the strongest kid he'd ever met.
He often got into fights in town, and liked challenging The Boy to brawls. He liked fighting and crime, and dreamed of becoming a big-time gangster.
If friends described him in three words, he would be: dumb, loud, obnoxious
Lori has short blonde hair, pale skin, and black eyes. He's above average in height, measuring around 180cm or 5'11ft tall.
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Fun Facts
- Qadithar and Caelthar both follow religions that are largely the same. Cultural practices and naming senses are different, but the deities are all the same.
- While Caelthar is the name for both the continent and kingdom, Qadithar is divided into twelve 'clans', though with one empire that holds power over the entire continent.
- Alwyn hates 'scientific magic'. This is a reflection of me, the writer. I don't exactly hate the scientific magic that's become popular in recent times, but I prefer the MAGICAL feeling of magic.
Not to say the magic in my story is unexplainable, but it won't be so 'scientific' and formulaic. Naturally, you don't know much about magic in my world yet, since Alwyn isn't doing his job and teaching you!
Soon enough, though!
Author – me, PenInk
I apologize if there are any funny mistakes... I wrote all 10 chapters in a single day, and I'm too lazy to edit such a large block of text!! Obviously, I've taken a liking to this story, so going forward, I'll be much more meticulous in writing and editing. Or perhaps I'll revisit these 10 chapters and re-write them entirely...
Point out any mistakes you find, and I'll fix them for sure though!
10 chapters finished, here's hopes for 10 more! Thanks for reading, CH.11 soon!!!!!!