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| One such place was a deep temperate forest home to many other [[creatures:fae|faerie]] creatures. Deep inside this forest they discovered a [[Silver Lake|lake]] whose source was to be the lands of fae itself. Upon this shoreline, Ellowyn planted a small seedling of the [[lore:Elder Tree]] that binds all lands of the [[lore:Shadow Realms]] together in life. The roots of the [[Great Tree]] reached deep into the lake and eventually into the Fae Lands. The tree was a living being that existed in both the fae lands and this one. The elves found this tree so profound that a large community of them gathered around the tree simply to contemplate its existence. This community came to be called Ellendar, in honor of their queen, among the elves. | One such place was a deep temperate forest home to many other [[creatures:fae|faerie]] creatures. Deep inside this forest they discovered a [[Silver Lake|lake]] whose source was to be the lands of fae itself. Upon this shoreline, Ellowyn planted a small seedling of the [[lore:Elder Tree]] that binds all lands of the [[lore:Shadow Realms]] together in life. The roots of the [[Great Tree]] reached deep into the lake and eventually into the Fae Lands. The tree was a living being that existed in both the fae lands and this one. The elves found this tree so profound that a large community of them gathered around the tree simply to contemplate its existence. This community came to be called Ellendar, in honor of their queen, among the elves. | ||
| - | By the Great Tree, on the shore of the Silver Lake, Ellendar held the first meeting of her [[lore:Celestial Court]]. Although not as strong as it once was, there were still hundreds of [[wp>courtier]]s and powerful lords and ladies in attendance. The woods of Ellendar was the center of all elves during this time. | + | By the Great Tree, on the shore of the Silver Lake, Ellendar held the first meeting of her [[orgs:celestial_court]]. Although not as strong as it once was, there were still hundreds of [[wp>courtier]]s and powerful lords and ladies in attendance. The woods of Ellendar was the center of all elves during this time. |
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| While the [[lore:gods]] emerged victorious over the [[lore:devils]] they were forced to leave the [[lore:Mortal Plane]] or risk awakening [[lore:Mir]]. The world that was left behind had been ravaged by war and the creatures made for war. During this time known as the [[lore:Firstborn War]], Ellendar served as a place of solace for the elves that worked to heal the lands and sooth its creatures. | While the [[lore:gods]] emerged victorious over the [[lore:devils]] they were forced to leave the [[lore:Mortal Plane]] or risk awakening [[lore:Mir]]. The world that was left behind had been ravaged by war and the creatures made for war. During this time known as the [[lore:Firstborn War]], Ellendar served as a place of solace for the elves that worked to heal the lands and sooth its creatures. | ||
| - | To aid her people in their struggle against these [[creatures:demon|demonic]] creatures of darkness she gathered hundreds of her followers before the Great Tree. Through their sacrifice she crafted the [[lore:Bow of the Maiden Archer]], which would be used to strike down these creatures. Ellowyn and her [[lore:Maiden Archers]] left Ellendar in order to drive back the darkness. | + | To aid her people in their struggle against these [[creatures:demon|demonic]] creatures of darkness she gathered hundreds of her followers before the Great Tree. Through their sacrifice she crafted the [[lore:Bow of the Maiden Archer]], which would be used to strike down these creatures. Ellowyn and her [[orgs:Maiden Archers]] left Ellendar in order to drive back the darkness. |
| While she was gone [[people:Mardoc]], her consort, took control of the Celestial Court. A warrior by nature he sought to protect Ellendar and all elven cities from attack. This lead to the creation of the first [[creatures:orc|orcs]], who were supposed to be the "protectors" of the elves, but instead would leave the elves fractured and fighting with their own kin. | While she was gone [[people:Mardoc]], her consort, took control of the Celestial Court. A warrior by nature he sought to protect Ellendar and all elven cities from attack. This lead to the creation of the first [[creatures:orc|orcs]], who were supposed to be the "protectors" of the elves, but instead would leave the elves fractured and fighting with their own kin. | ||
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| //See also: [[atlas:Republic of Irill]]// | //See also: [[atlas:Republic of Irill]]// | ||
| - | The Great Houses in Ellendar could hold a great deal against Irill, but most recognize the weakening influence of the [[lore:Irrishite#Orthodoxy]] among its people. The Ellendar army destroyed most of the largest temples and killed their priests when attacked. When they left the priesthood was shattered and without the support of the laity, the Holy Emperor was killed. Now ruled by the largest merchant houses, Irill has signed several peace treaties with Ellendar and they have shown no signs of breaking their promises. | + | The Great Houses in Ellendar could hold a great deal against Irill, but most recognize the weakening influence of the [[orgs:irrishite#Orthodoxy]] among its people. The Ellendar army destroyed most of the largest temples and killed their priests when attacked. When they left the priesthood was shattered and without the support of the laity, the Holy Emperor was killed. Now ruled by the largest merchant houses, Irill has signed several peace treaties with Ellendar and they have shown no signs of breaking their promises. |
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| //See also: [[Xian]]// | //See also: [[Xian]]// | ||
| - | Possibly the most dangerous border in all of Miranda. The [[orgs:xianese_people]] consider the elves to be the font of all evil. They are deceivers and seducers who cavort with demons and devils to destroy the true seed of humanity. The elves consider the Xianese religious fanatics who insulted the elven hospitality and poison the land with their worship of [[lore:zarn|the destroyer]]. | + | Possibly the most dangerous border in all of Miranda. The [[orgs:xianese]] consider the elves to be the font of all evil. They are deceivers and seducers who cavort with demons and devils to destroy the true seed of humanity. The elves consider the Xianese religious fanatics who insulted the elven hospitality and poison the land with their worship of [[lore:zarn|the destroyer]]. |
| Ellendar lost nearly half of their territory when the Xian first showed their true intentions. While its army was away besieging [[lore:Templum Draco]], the Xianese attacked. The elves tried to defend the woods, but they were too few and the Xian burned the forest as they advanced. The hatred the Ellendar has for Xian has not diminished over the years. | Ellendar lost nearly half of their territory when the Xian first showed their true intentions. While its army was away besieging [[lore:Templum Draco]], the Xianese attacked. The elves tried to defend the woods, but they were too few and the Xian burned the forest as they advanced. The hatred the Ellendar has for Xian has not diminished over the years. | ||
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| ==== Religion ==== | ==== Religion ==== | ||
| - | //Main Article: [[lore:Celestial Court]]// | + | //Main Article: [[orgs:celestial_court]]// |
| Although Ellendar is a single culture that can not only trace its lineage back to the elves crossing over into this world. The religion of Ellendar is the religion of all elves. Unlike the humans, elves everywhere are bound together by the deity that created them. Ellowyn is the queen of their celestial court and she is attended by hundreds of courtiers, each of which watches over a small part of an elf’s life. Few not raised to the religion could understand the subtle ties that bind many of the courtiers together, mostly just deride the elves as having deities with political aspirations. | Although Ellendar is a single culture that can not only trace its lineage back to the elves crossing over into this world. The religion of Ellendar is the religion of all elves. Unlike the humans, elves everywhere are bound together by the deity that created them. Ellowyn is the queen of their celestial court and she is attended by hundreds of courtiers, each of which watches over a small part of an elf’s life. Few not raised to the religion could understand the subtle ties that bind many of the courtiers together, mostly just deride the elves as having deities with political aspirations. | ||
