The Nordheim

"The Frozen north"

A fierce home to Giants, Dwarves and the brutal tribes of Men. Druids mark their Warriors with Runes of power to help them overcome any enemy as Leprechauns use magic to find infinite sources of gold. Women are trained as Valkyries, Elite Battlemaiden healers that can turn the tide of any battle.

The Dwarves of the north are a hardy and savage bunch. Their ability to become so enraged, few can stand even the sight of them. They have kept the Frost Giants at bay for more than a millennia. With few animals able to traverse the rough terrain of the north, Nordheim armies are most often made up of infantry. Only the Jarls of southern Asgaard have found renown on the battlefield.

Nordheim battle prayers are often the last thing their opponents hear before slipping into the icy darkness of the afterlife.

Pictlund, Asgaard, Vanaheim

"Gatekeepers of the Endless West"

The Empire of the Sun is an Ancient Empire that has endured control of the west for some 2000 years. A Dynasty where clans vie for power and honor is the currency that purchases it. Masters of the 4 Elements, they have sorcerers who are elemental benders that can summon all forms of destruction. Imperial Archers wear enchanted silk armor are said to be virtually unmatched.

The Gōremu or Stone Golems have protected the empire since the earthbenders of the Quan created them. Only the Du Jiao Shou clans maintain trade and peaceful relations with the outside world. But the unicorn clan are still fearsome protectors of the empire, when driven to take the battlefield. Shadowland Samurai and Ki’rin Kensei have kept the horrors of Everdark at bay as well as all other forces that have ever attempted to lay claim to Taiyō lands.

All Taiyō are unwavering in protecting their sovereignty and they defend their lands from all invaders with a legendary fury.

Du Jiao Shou, Quan, The Shadowlands

A kingdom born from the alliances of many races. Blessed or cursed to be located between almost every other Empire on Aircialon these peaceful shepherds learned the ways of war by breaking the shackles of subjugation. Diversity is this empires strength, and they embrace that fully. Clockwork Automatons fight alongside Valiant Paladins and Arcane Archers to protect each others freedom.

Everspring, The Dalelands, The Clockwork Kingdom

Another diverse Empire made up of those who could not fit in elsewhere. Dwarves, Minotaur, Fey Folk, Centaurs, Gnolls and Men all band together to protect some of the most precious yet Savage Lands in the realms. The only place Gold and Mithril is plentiful is near Myth Vallanir. The forge of the world. Also deep in the Fey Forests grows the godswoods. The giant trees used to make the best arrows, staves and wands.

Twilight Mountain, Iron Forest, Howling plains Children

There was an expression, All ships sail to Lepcis Magnus. The most ancient of all ports, the Diamond Imperium has been the hub of all the worlds trade and exchange of ideas for centuries. As such they developed the most advanced society and have mastered the use of Wildfire to defend it. A magically enhanced oil that can be used to fire muskets. Masters of the quarry and building their architecture is unparalleled.

Invidentia, Aeturnus, Furorum

"The Orc homelands"

The youngest empire by far, as for several hundred years the orcs were a fractured and disorganized civilization. Internal wars vexing any attempt at becoming a major force in the realms until the domestication of the War Mammoth and the Behemoth. Roughly 100 years ago Bel'Shazz'aar a Tanar'ri lord and his infernal legion were displaced from their plane and settled in a city now simply called Hate, near the Demon Sea. Breeding with the orcs has bolstered their stock.

Blood Moon Tribe, Crimson Tusk Clan, Shadow Spear Horde

There is a vast wasteland of Storms and Steppe inhospitable to most. A place that is so desolate, many find it impossible to traverse let alone settle. This place is the the home to the Golden Horde. A nomadic people who atop their horses they live under the everlasting sky. With thundering hooves, they crush their enemies, see them driven before them and revel in the lamentation of their women.

Tuigan, Dothrakki, Hyrkannia

The jewels of the desert. Cut off from most of the world by harsh deserts and turbulent seas the Zambrian Empire flourishes. Land of the Genie and Tempest, the citizens of the Caliph prosper where other would perish. Masters of the shifting sand they have warred with the orcs of the far north and the Horselords at their border for generations.

Xandir, Zakharra, Zamora

The most ancient and secluded empire in the game. Their unrivaled mastery over animals and the jungle has kept their lands safe since the dawn of time. Totally capable of living off the land, They use pluma magic to have the land come alive and defend them in times of dire emergency. Women warriors often shock enemies, before the fire arrow is fired. Blood magic and ancient priests round out these mysterious jungle kingdoms.

Stygia, Naz'Ca, Tet'Lachi