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Aludra is comprised of a set of large, unconnected continents separated by the Sea of Adhara, which opens on both sides into the vast ocean.

The northern continent, Muliphen, possesses a pleasant, temperate climate but rather unfriendly geography. Much of the northern portion of the land (not pictured) is covered in snowcapped mountains, making travel impossible. These taper into gently rolling hills, which are covered in either dense forests or meadows of tall grass.

The arid continent to the south is Furud. The continent shares its name with the great desert that covers 90% of the total continental area. That which isn't dry sandy desert is rich fertile soil - popular places for farming communities. As you move further south, the heat becomes even more unbearable. Most don't venture far from water sources.

In the center of the Sea of Adhara rests the island of Murzim, where our story takes place...

Murzim is home to one of the greatest trade cities in the known world, Aschere. This great harbor city is home to the finest guild of adventurers and hunters in Aludra - the Asterion League.

The island is covered mostly by deciduous tropical forests. What isn't jungle-like is mostly beach. Two great trade roads connect Aschere to the two small towns on the island - Sothis and Alshira.

HUMANS are just like you and me in Aludra. They are intelligent, adaptive, and the most diverse race, as well as the most common. As the primary movers and shakers of world politics, most seats of power are held by humans. Along with learning very quickly and advancing through their classes at a fast rate, humans seem to be the "base" race, and as a result can reproduce with most of the other races.

PENNIER are distinguished by their expansive wings and tail-feathers of wildly varying colours, while their hollow bones render them flight-capable but frail in build. The universal denomination of the Pennier is Aileism, a philanthropic monotheistic religion with a strict moral code and preoccupation with cleanliness. Beyond prayer, they also have a reputation for excellence in medicine and the arts and sciences.

EJDERHA are said to be descended from the dragons of legend, living up to this tale with their ruthless military culture. It's easy to pick out an Ejderha's draconic horns and wings in a crowd – a good thing, as you never want to get in their way. Despite their outward strength, the Ejderha as a race suffer from sickness and early infertility. They're best known as soldiers, traders, and possibly enemies in the recent war with humans.

DUSZEK, also known as the Ancient Ones, are long-lived beings who make their home in the deserts of Furud. They are tall, thin and androgynous, with sharp features and long, lagomorphic ears. What sets them apart from the other humanoid races is their extremely pale blue-white skin and heightened senses. The Duszek live in a reclusive collectivist culture and are regarded by outsiders to be odd and inbred.

LAMIA appear mostly human from the waist-up, aside from their fangs and slightly pointed ears, however their bottom halves have been replaced with a large serpentine body. The semi-nomadic Lamia are the gypsies of Aludra – they are notorious as thieves and cheats, but also very clever and money smart. Somewhat poisonous (literally), Lamia build very tightly knit communities into which many do not dare try intruding.

MUSCHERONS, more commonly known as Mushkins, are natural-born troublemakers. The second-most populous race of Aludra are characterized by their small statures and large mushroom caps seated atop their heads. They can be found all over Aludra, though they shy away from civilization and Lamia territory – their natural enemies! Though the shortest-lived of all the races, it's said all a Muscheron has to do is sneeze and someone gets pregnant.

01. In the first stage, a character has just arrived at the Asterion League, and in many cases, realized that they were just a big fish in a small pond in their former life. The first stage with the Asterion League is spent familiarizing oneself with one's surroundings, meeting and making friends, as well as training and testing one's skills in battle. The four guild leaders will be there to help make this a smooth transition.

Once a month, a notice will be posted asking hunters to take care of a troublesome mark plaguing a village somewhere, and your rookie character will get the chance to really prove their mettle. Monthly hunts will take place in our Events Forum.

02. After your character has a couple major hunts (or minor local disturbances) under their belt, they are ready to move along to the second stage. At the second stage, their job class becomes an intermediate one and their appearance likely changes. They have also become more proficient in battle and their stats are beginning to show that they're more than just a mighty dustbunny slayer. As they continue with the guild, they can help out newer recruits, participate in monthly hunts, and generally explore the island of Murzim and surrounding world.

03. The road to the third stage is much longer than the one to the second stage, but those who achieve this stage can be proud of themselves for making it so far. Having spent a great deal of time adventuring with the League, your character has become a master of their chosen discipline, and their stats reflect this as well. But it's hardly time to do lay out in a hammock while the others take care of things!

Upon reaching the third stage, characters are finally eligible to purchase mounts from the store. Been thinking all this time that your character would look awesome riding around on a giant ram? Head on over to Silverfeed's in the Shoppe Forum of our guild and pick one up for yourself! Just beware, they don't come cheap!