References

OOC[]

These are just fictional references made for the sake of amusement, some may be real life parallels or actual references to real works.

Prominent Authors[]

Jahan sil Bennon[]

Grand Chronicler, a lot of historical works, especially focusing on the great empires of the past. Later works have been self-published and mad ramblings about the Dark Descendants.

Jahan sil Bennon (1900). Rise of the Phoenix. Chronicler Academia.

Jahan sil Bennon (1902). Fall of the Phoenix. Chronicler Academia.

Jahan sil Bennon (1904). Call of the Dark. Self-published.

Eserion the Mad[]

A mad seer, author of the earliest published work about the Dark Descendants.

Eserion the Mad (1555). Dark Prophecies. Self-published.

Gridash sil Jorkad[]

A controversial orc author, his works often relate to orckind and dispelling the divinity of Dookan.

Gridash sil Jorkad (1690). Secrets of Jorkad Hall. Red Lion.

Gridash sil Jorkad (1695). Dookan: The Elven Link. Red Lion.

Ruben Foxe[]

Ruben Foxe (1896). Wines and Liqueurs of the Divenhal. Konwell Library. | book on alcohol

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš[]

Senior chronicler and head of one of the most influential families of Bulwar.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1883). The Forgotten of the Jadd: Mašnsih origins, culture and society.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1885). The Chosen Kings: Sun Elves and Religion in the late Age of Cinders.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1887) . The Age of the Anahallapti: Rise and fall of Akalšes.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1888). The Bulwari Renaissance and the Merchant Queendoms.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1889). The Divenhal and the Divenhali World in the Age of Jexis.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1893). Surakeš explained to a Cannorian: The Bulwari civilization.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1894). God-Kings of Bulwar: Myth and Reality.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1900). Castan’s Garden: An analysis of the early Castanite Empire through the Bulwari worldview.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1903). Holy Taelarios: The 「New」 Sun Cult. Changes and continuities.

Nuršin Gillu-Gameš (1905). A dream called Surakeš. Arguments for a Bulwari nation state.

History[]

Creation Myths[]

Benar of Gisden (1485). Clash of the Gods. Konwell Library. | book on the Godswar

Sendrian Bloodfollower (1696). Thesis on the Alleged Monsters of the World. Varamhar Library. | book showcasing his theories regarding the origins of various "monsters" across Halann.

Fall of the Gods[]

The Rule of Dragons[]

Early Precursor Era[]

Late Precursor Era[]

The Great Wander[]

Deriah Ginnfield & Erenios ta'Lunatein (1720). The Exiles of Aelantir. Chronicler Academia. | a compilation of memoirs from a wide range of interviews about elven life during The Great Wander and their early years after The Landing

The Landing[]

Deriah Ginnfield & Erenios ta'Lunatein (1720). The Exiles of Aelantir. Chronicler Academia. | a compilation of memoirs from a wide range of interviews about elven life during The Great Wander and their early years after The Landing

Phoenix Empire[]

Jahan sil Bennon (1900). Rise of the Phoenix. Chronicler Academia. | book on the rise of Jaher and the Phoenix Empire

Jahan sil Bennon (1902). Fall of the Phoenix. Chronicler Academia. | book on the fall of Jaher and Jexis' life

Nuršin Gillu-gameš ( 1889). The Divenhal and the Divenhali World in the Age of Jexis. | book about the Jexisian Empire.

Greentide and Orcs[]

Ruinborn History[]

Telnik yen Mocvas (627). Voyfel Cathashianka. Arverynn’s Imperial archives. | A chronicle of the First Ynnic Civil War

Pentrjon Saskiaro (1444). The Brelari Emperors. Brelar’s library. | A retrospective on events from 761-840

Silvac yen Moryll (1624). Eosdrat Ynn. Self-published. | A chronicle of the history of the Ynn up to Cannorian contact.

Van Arlertha (1783). Report on the Capitulation of Bostynn. Svemel's library. | Propaganda report on a Dragon Dominion operation to quell a Dolindhan revolt

Beppad yen Rogai (1872). The Bosancovac Bastion: Power of the Ynn. Bosancovac's library. | A chronicle of the history of the city of Bosancovac and it's strategic location, also describing the miracles coming from prayers to the Ynn.

Beppad yen Rogai (1876). Varlengeilt's Will, or the Gospodh's?. Bosancovac's library. | A book analyzing the power of Dragon-Prince and the Gospodh, displaying Varlengeilt as a mere puppet to the Gospodhs.

Geleney yen Norobnn (1823). The Secret Origins of the Ynnics. Self-published. | A book talking about the earliest phases of Ynnic history (0-300 AA) in order to reconstruct their origins. Banned in most Ynnic countries.

Privinc Ostravyr (1844). The New Sarda. Nizamsto's library. | A demographic book on Sarda Ruinborn Elves featuring their recent history.

Beppad yen Rogai (1879). Modern Railways: Balgarsmith Wonders. Hammerbeard Keep library. | A study on Balgarsmith railways within the Ynn River Valley which were inspired by the ancient Dwarovrod.

Naa'daiino Tsirwah'fyho (1837). Silence in the Jungle. Self-published. | A book touching on House Ch'in'sillch'il, its disappearance and the ensuing Silent Curse, as well as Silent Watchers in Haraf'ne society.

Pai'ner Leeti'haàt (1902). Haraf'ne Federations : Through the Ages. Chronicler Academia. | A thorough study on House Duadir'iilvitarn and the Kinah Federations.

Dwarven History[]

Beppad yen Rogai (1882). Dûr-Vazhatun: Enigmatic Madness. Rubyhold library. | A study on the hold of Dûr-Vazhatun and Astral Terror.

Beppad yen Rogai (1884) The Dwarovrod: Engineering of Aul-Dwarov. Hammerbeard Keep library. | A study on the ancient tech of Aul-Dwarov and the ability to replicate the railways on the surface.

Deepwoods History[]

Armyn Stynài (1870). The Life and Studies of Arun Drennen | A compilation of the life and research of Arun Drennen

Armyn Stynài et Selusa Faemoon (1900). On Time Travel | A searing admonishment of the 1444 Divergence theory whose central thesis is based on Oubblig's life.

Colk Praz (1774). Oubblig: Traitor, Tyrant, and Time Traveller | A Cartel funded piece on denouncing Oubblig. Ironically, the go to resource for sources on Oubblig.

Harpy History[]

Hydiranya Kindwing (1904). The Nature of Harpies. Self-Published | An in-depth analysis of Harpy Biology, and how it has affected their historical relationships with other races

The Harimraj[]

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1712). Tooth and Turban: The Rise of the Second Harimraj. Cinnabar Lotus Debate Society. | A tome detailing the rise of the second Harimraj

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1716). Claws of Harimar. Golden Palace Library. | A tracing of the various dynasties of Harimraj, notably the Lotus Claw

The Spirittide[]

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1723). The Shattering. Cinnabar Lotus Debate Society. | A first hand journal and in depth view into the Rending of Realms.

Culture[]

Artiros síl na Chéiri (1883). The Peoples of Anbennar: a comprehensive study. Volumes I-VII. Damescrown Publishing | A history on the different cultures of Cannor and the Dameshead specifically

Nuršin Gillu-gameš ( 1893) Surakeš explained to a Cannorian: The Bulwari civilization. | A book explaining the Bulwari culture and History written as a interview.

Hydiranya Kindwing (1904). The Story of Harpies, as told by a Harpy. Chronicler Academia | A book detailing the cultural practices of various harpy ethnic groups across Halann.

Geography[]

Geography of Aelantir[]

Adrien síl Terr (1557). Report on the Ynn River and its Peoples. Self-published. | recounting of his exploration through the Ynn River Valley

Lenas sil Clarot (1806). Expedition to the Shattered Realm. Lorentish Explorers' Guild. | book on Aelantir

Geography of Halcann[]

Hydiranya Kindwing (1905). Observations on Air Travel: A Harpy's Perspective. Chronicler Academia. | observations on air travel from across Halcann, throughout history, especially highlighting Harpies, Cloud Giants, and Airships.

Geography of Cannor[]

Verek síl Rever (1800). On the Shoulders of Giants. Lorentish Explorers' Guild. | book on exploring Gerudia and Giant ruins

Artin Gerwick (1877). The First Imperial Arctic Expedition. Crowne Publishing. | diary and article on the first Anbennarian expedition to the north

Armyn Stynài (1891). Responsible Travels Through The Deepwoods | Field Chronicler Armyn's travelogue describing how to safely travel through the Deepwoods

Geography of Haless[]

Jon of Greymill (1850). Life in the Lupulan. Lorentish Explorers' Guild. | book on flora, fauna and peoples of the Lupulan Rainforest

Geography of Sarhal[]

Castien of the Salahad (1902). The Lost Sultans. Lorentish Explorers' Guild. | by the famous explorer about forgotten rulers and genies of the Salahadesi Desert

Other[]

Religion[]

Hans Cristof Bjornsson (1837). Skaldhyrric Tales. DamesBooks. | a retelling of ancient Skaldhyrric tales for a commercial audience

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1694). A Walk in Shadows. Chronicler Academia. | A history of Nathalyne, woman turned avatar turned deity

L. B. Stamh (1895). The Cube that makes the world spin. Self-published | An essay on the history and nature of the God Fragment, oddly focusing on its shape

L. B. Stamh (1898). The Path of Truth: a Path of Lies? Concord Publishing | A book describing the history of the Ravelianism, and questioning the authority of the Ravelian Church

Aulis Giiv (1904). Introduction to Halann's Systems of Belief Self-published | A book describing the basics of most religions and faiths known to exist

Military[]

Iosapos Aisodokes (1899). A History of Kheionai Warfare | A general military history of Kheionai warfare

Nisos Iskrates (1886). The Armies of the Ameioni Empire | A book that details the armies of the state of Ameion, from its initial creation to the 19th century

Eratos Agenor (1837). Kheionai Cavalry Warfare | A book that details the history of cavalry warfare among Kheionai states, focusing on the affects the introduction of cavalry had on Kheionai armies

Linos Aristogiton (1694). The Warrior Elite: A Military History Of Degakheion | An analysis of the armies of the city of Degakheion, controversial due to many authors considering it "popular history" and "a propaganda piece"

Zaleukos Phaedon (1902). Kheionai Armies Of The Post-Phalanx Era | A history and analysis of Kheionai armies of the Post-Phalanx Era

Crazy Theories[]

L. B. Stamh (1899). The True Trollsbay. Concord Publishing | A compendium of Trollsbayer urban legends, rural myths and other rumors exploring the truth behind them

Magic[]

L. B. Stamh (1892). Of Gods and Gears, an essay. Self-published | An essay on the applications of artificery to divine magic, both concrete and theoritical

L. B. Stamh (1904). Behind the Truth. Self-published | A book exploring the applications of artificery to occultism

Chi[]

Fuzhao Maa, Khaek Panya, Prati Devavati, et al. (1537). Chi and the Caste System. Shamakhad Library. | Compilation of evidence pointing to connections between Rahen's caste systems and High Philosophy's Chi beliefs

Rama Nar Singh (120 AA) Inner Chi, Inner Spirit. Self Published | Philosophized and questioned the nature of chi in the High Philosophy faith

Clark síl Aranth (1835) The Truth Behind Chi. Crowne Publishing. | Investigations and experimentations on what chi is in relation to arcane magic

Tarphenday of the Chromatic Coat (1445) Dialogue of Chi. Dhenijanraj Ministry of History | Republishing of a ramaic discussion between Tarphenday and Xiao of the School of Flowing Water from the year 215

Biographies[]

Erel Bladern (1883). Shifting Sands, Tearing Vines. Hapainé State Literary House Press. | compiled biographies of the kings of kheterata

Hydiranya Kindwing (1905). The Complete Biography of Jexis. Self-Published | A biography detailing the life of Jexis from birth to death, compiled with testimonials from hundreds of Bulwari, Sun Elven, and Cannorian sources.

Religious Texts[]

Political Works[]

Hydiranya Kindwing (1905). The Need for Democracy in Bulwar. Chronicler Academia | An analysis and critique of the Jadd Empire and the role of the Divine-Herald, as well as the necessity for a democratic Jadd Empire.

L. B. Stamh (1903). The Trollsbayer System for Beginners. Concord Publishing | A series in four volumes explaining the entire history and subtelties of Trollsbayer politics; the last volume theorizes the implementation of anarchism in the region as the true successor of the Concord's spirit

Racial Equality[]

Hydiranya Kindwing (1905). We are People too. Chronicler Academia | A study and argument against the notion of "monstrous races", and a compiled history of various genocides and injustices committed against them, most prominenly against Harpykind.

Culinary[]

Dr. Timbo Bigfoot (1879). Culinary Delights of Halann. Self-Published. | compiled culinary dishes and their history of Halann

Dr. Timbo Bigfoot(1883). Spirits Of Haless, Self-Published. | compiled various alcohols across Haless and their history

Plays/Novels/Fiction[]

Willem sil Speare (1597). Sun and Rose. Damesear Theatre. | a popular tragedy set during Jexis' Decade of Masks in which two sun-crossed lovers meet

Malian síl Roilsard (1642). Aldan the White. Damesear Theatre. | play on the precursor figure Aldan the White

Jorge R.R Mahder (1669). A Dance of Dragons. Red Lion. | a fantasy book about the Rule of Dragons

Jode Derwing (1729). The Tragedy of Ducaniel. Damesear Theatre. | a theatrical play that turns Ducaniel into a antihero figure

Bettany Sofenwit (1843). The Dragonguard Scrolls. Beepeck Books. | fictional book about legendary dragon hunters

Art[]

Bosan Rinos (1642). A Sarda Summer. Self Published. | Painting of an Arverynn street in the summertime

Bosan Rinos (1647). The Imperial Hills. Self Published. | Painting of wheat fields outside Arverynn

List of References[]

Abor Frostbeard (1720). Ten Thousand Legions And One. Red Lion. | legions of the precursor empire

Adrien síl Terr (1557). Report on the Ynn River and its Peoples. Self-published. | recounting of his exploration through the Ynn River Valley

Alec síl Asheniande (1054). Codex Aldresia. Orda Aldresia Archives. | tenets of the Orda Aldresia

Andres Silmuna (1866). Silmuna History: Exposed. DamesBooks. | a controversial book by a member of the Silmuna family disproving many claims that promoted their cult of personality.

Artin Gerwick (1877). The First Imperial Arctic Expedition. Crowne Publishing. | diary and article on the first Anbennarian expedition to the north

Awenar síl Ilvandet (1204). The Crescent Blade. Orda Aldresia Archives. | instruction manual on Diranbe

Benar of Gisden (1485). Clash of the Gods. Konwell Library. | book on the Godswar

Bettany Sofenwit (1843). The Dragonguard Scrolls. Beepeck Books. | fictional book about legendary dragonhunters

Castien of the Salahad (1902). The Lost Sultans. Lorentish Explorers' Guild. | by the famous explorer about forgotten rulers and genies of the Salahadesi Desert

Darin of Bisan (1021). The Moonsinger Codex. Self-published. | a book on Munas Moonsinger, the root cause for his divinity during the Seventh Pantheonic Council

Deriah Ginnfield & Erenios ta'Lunatein (1720). The Exiles of Aelantir. Chronicler Academia. | a compilation of memoirs from a wide range of interviews about elven life during The Great Wander and their early years after The Landing

Clark síl Aranth (1835) The Truth Behind Chi. Crowne Publishing. | Investigations and experimentations on what chi is in relation to arcane magic

Endwin Maritty (1784). Empires of Haless. DamesBooks. | book on ancient kingdoms and empires in Haless

Hydiranya Kindwing (1905). The Rise and Fall of Halessi Empires. Chronicler Academia. | examination and explanation of the rise and fall of several major Halessi Empires. Particularly the Rahenraj, Harimraj, Phoenix Empire, and Command.

Eserion the Mad (1555). Dark Prophecies. Self-published. | a banned book that is only held by esoteric theorists about the Dark Descendants

Fuzhao Maa, Khaek Panya, Prati Devavati, et al. (1537). Chi and the Caste System. Shamakhad Library. | Compilation of evidence pointing to connections between Rahen's caste systems and High Philosophy's Chi beliefs

Garion the Wise and the Wise Council (1003). Spellcasting Primer: Vol I. Self-published. | the first book on arcane spellcasting and taught to humans during the War of the Sorcerer King

Garon sil Terr (1641). Histories Before Ours. Konwell Library. | a general history book

Geleney yen Norobnn (1823). The Secret Origins of the Ynnics. Self-published. | A book talking about the earliest phases of Ynnic history (0-300 AA) in order to reconstruct their origins. Banned in most Ynnic countries.

Privinc Ostravyr (1844). The New Sarda. Nizamsto's library. | A demographic book on Sarda Ruinborn Elves featuring their recent history.

Gerard Northbog (1886). The Magical Problem. Self-published. | an antimagist book that reached populist appeal

Gridash sil Jorkad (1690). Secrets of Jorkad Hall. Red Lion. | a controversial book proclaiming that orcs are in fact corrupted precursor elves created by Ducaniel as supersoldiers

Gridash sil Jorkad (1695). Dookan: The Elven Link. Red Lion. | a response to his many critics over his first book, with further proof

Harinel ta'Saraea (1750). Arethonni Military Reforms. Phoenix Publishing. | book on precursor legions

Hans Cristof Bjornsson (1837). Skaldhyrric Tales. DamesBooks. | a retelling of ancient Skaldhyrric tales for a commercial audience

Jahan sil Bennon (1900). Rise of the Phoenix. Chronicler Academia. | book on the rise of Jaher and the Phoenix Empire

Jahan sil Bennon (1902). Fall of the Phoenix. Chronicler Academia. | book on the fall of Jaher and Jexis' life

Jahan sil Bennon (1905). Call of the Dark. Self-published. | a controversial book on the Dark Descendants

Jode Derwing (1729). The Tragedy of Ducaniel. Damesear Theatre. | a theatrical play that turns Ducaniel into a antihero figure

Jon of Greymill (1850). Life in the Lupulan. Lorentish Explorers' Guild. | book on flora, fauna and peoples of the Lupulan Rainforest

Jorge R.R Mahder (1669). A Dance of Dragons. Red Lion. | a fantasy book about the Rule of Dragons

Josar Konwell (1902). Heart of Sarhal. Crowne Publishing. | a travelogue and expedition notes into the deepest jungles of Sarhal

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1694). A Walk in Shadows. Chronicler Academia. | A history of Nathalyne, woman turned avatar turned deity

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1712). Tooth and Turban: The Rise of the Second Harimraj. Cinnabar Lotus Debate Society | A tome detailing the rise of the second Harimraj

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1716). Claws of Harimar. Golden Palace Library. | A tracing of the various dynasties of Harimraj, notably the Lotus Claw

Kaloyan of the Wandering Heart (1723). The Rending. Cinnabar Lotus Debate Society. | A first hand journal and in depth view into the Spirttide of Haless