Chapter : The World building- The world of Arkenia
✦ The Continent of Arkenia
Arkenia is a vast and dangerous continent, home to powerful empires, ancient magic, divine bloodlines, and dark secrets buried beneath centuries of war and peace. Its lands are ruled by kingdoms, divided by power, and bound together by a fragile balance of strength and fear.
At the heart of it all lies:
🏛️ The Holy Arkanian Empire
Capital: Solvannis
Ruler: Emperor Cassian Aurelius Valerius
The Holy Arkanian Empire stands as the strongest human nation on the continent. Blessed by the gods themselves, the Imperial Family does not use ordinary magic. Instead, they are born with Divine Power, a sacred force that cannot be taught or transferred. This power manifests only in direct descendants of the gods—distinguished by golden hair and golden eyes.
Those born without these traits within the imperial line are considered illegitimate, and are barred from succession.
The Empire is built on an absolute monarchy but heavily relies on the loyalty and power of its Four Great Duchies.
👑 The Imperial Family
Emperor Cassian Aurelius Valerius – A divine ruler rarely seen in public. Known for his mysterious presence and iron control over both nobles and divine temples. But inside he is a madman hungry for power.
First Prince Azrael Alaric Valerius – Golden hair and eyes. A calm and composed person, he is trained to rule but rarely shows emotion and is well- versed in politics, calculated and kind person inside the surface.
Third Princess Seraphina Elionora Valerius – Beautiful and bold, known for her intelligence and sharp tongue. She is known as the most beautiful lady in the empire and renowned as "The Perfect lady"
There are thor 10 illegitimate kids not born with the Imperial features so ruled out of succession.
🏰 The Four Great Duchies
The empire is upheld by four ancient families, each entrusted with one of the pillars of power. Their heirs are the pride of the nation and serve as living weapons and shields of the empire.
✦ House Velentis – Magic
Duchy Capital: VelmereSpecialization: Magic and elementals
Emblem: A silver phoenix rising from runes.
Masters of arcane magic and scholars of mana.
The Velentis bloodline is known for producing rare Pure Mana Bodies and excels in circle-based magic systems.
✦ House Solmere – Alchemy
Duchy Capital: Aurathorn
Specialization: Potions, Artifacts, and Magic Engineering
Emblem: A serpent coiled around a sun.
Alchemists that create divine tools and relics.
Keepers of the Imperial Treasury and responsible for magical weapon distribution.
✦ House Virellen – Beast Taming
Duchy Capital: Ferowyn
Specialization: Magical Beasts, Contracts, and Forest Preservation
Emblem: A roaring chimera on a red field.
Their nobles often command terrifying beasts in battle.
Guardians of ancient ruins and monster-infested territories.
✦ House Caelthorn – Swordsmanship
Duchy Capital: Thalorien
House Caelthorn Emblem: Twin swords crossing under a dragon's wing.
This house trains the finest swordsmen in the empire, many of whom serve as Royal Knights. Unlike magic-focused duchies, House Caelthorn believes in physical strength, sword aura, and ancestral combat.
⚔️ Other Notable Powers
The Elven Queendom of Illyria – Located beyond the Glimmering Woods in the forests of Arkenia. Known for ancient magic, spirit control and spiritual harmony. Humans are forbidden from entering without permission.
The Northern Barbarians (The Frelgast Tribes) – Fierce, ununified tribes often clashing with the empire. Not much magic, but monstrous strength and blood-rites.
The Black Mages (Cult of Ruin) – A forbidden sect rumored to worship fallen gods. They manipulate dark magic, consume souls, and were responsible for the collapse of the previous empire timeline in Lucien's past life. They were already vanished in the war with empire 60 years ago but they are again coming into force.
🕊️ Religion and the Divine
The Church of Astraeon – Worshippers of Astraeon, the God of Order and Light. The Imperial Family is said to descend from this god.
Saints and Oracles are born once a generation, chosen by Astraeon.
The church is politically neutral—publicly—but has heavy influence behind the scenes.
🎓 The Magic Academy: Astraeum Arcanum
The Astraeum Arcanum, often called The Imperial Academy, is located in the neutral central zone of the Empire — a fortress-city built around the Starfall Lake, where mana is said to flow from the heavens.
Founded 700 years ago by the First Saint of Magic.
Principal: Archmage Orion Levrant — a 8th Circle mage and personal confidant to the Emperor.
Mandatory Enrollment: All noble children must enroll at age 13 — regardless of birth (Imperial, Ducal, or Vassal). Commoners may be admitted by exceptional merit.
Training Duration: 4 years minimum. Advanced students may stay up to 6 years.
🎖️ Academy Ranking System
Inside Astraeum Arcanum, students are ranked not just by power but also by:
Circle Level (Magic tier)
Battle Prowess
Artifact Control
Written Magic Theory
Political Aptitude
Top students are given the title of:
"Imperial Scions" (Top 3 overall)
"Astra Champions" (Top of each year)
Noble Rankings & Hierarchy:-
The Empire's power structure is rigid but respected.
1. The Imperial Bloodline
Untouchable, rule is passed based on divine signs, not age.
2. Ducal Houses (Four Pillars)
Hold nearly autonomous rule over their territories.
3. Marquisates
Control major cities and trade routes.
4. Counties & Earldoms
Most vassal mage families belong here.
Manage smaller regions and serve under Dukes.
5. Barons & Lords
Lowest rank of titled nobility. May rise through merit or marriage.