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Chapter 1 - Setting

Fictional World

A continent called Valmera, divided into five great kingdoms. This world blends steampunk technology with ancient magic known as "Arkanis." Fifty years ago, a massive war nearly destroyed civilization.

Main Character

Name: Kael Draven

Age: 27

Background: A former elite soldier of the Kingdom of Veyron who went rogue after his family was murdered by a corrupt general within his own army. Now he lives as a fugitive and bounty hunter.

Revenge Mission

Kael swears revenge against five powerful individuals who conspired to kill his family. Each one rules over a different region, and his journey will unravel a greater secret about the world — including Kael's true origins and a mysterious connection to the ancient power of Arkanis. 

Map of Valmera

Valmera is a large continent surrounded by sea, divided into five main kingdoms and one central region of magical significance:

Veyron (Southwest)

A rugged land of mountains and cliffs.

Former home of Kael Draven.

Known for its once-great military empire.

Now ruled by a corrupted noble faction.

Nordell (Northwest)

A cold, mountainous kingdom.

Strongholds built into icy peaks.

Known for its harsh winters and battle-hardened warriors.

Khorath (North-central)

Dense pine forests and fortified castles.

Wealthy and politically influential.

Holds one of the five ruling conspirators.

Zanir (East)

A dry, mountainous region filled with canyons and old ruins.

Spiritual center of the old world, home to monks and exiles.

Rumors speak of forbidden magic buried beneath its sands.

Astyria (South-central)

A land of rolling hills and hidden forests.

Most fertile region, rich in herbs and Arkanis energy.

A quiet kingdom, but secretly harbors a rebel uprising.

Arkanis (Center of Valmera)

A dense, enchanted forest believed to be cursed.

Ancient ruins and lost temples are hidden within.

The heart of old magic and the key to Kael's destiny.

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