Factions of Alven'Nathiss
Across the sun-drenched shores and wind-swept peaks of the Alven'Nathiss isles, various elven factions shape the destiny of their people and lands. From ruling councils of mages to mystic seers and knightly orders, each island – Ael'tharis, Ael'nareen, Ael'eris, and Ael'delar – boasts unique groups with distinct traditions and ambitions.
This guide offers introductory summaries of the major factions found on each island, providing a glimpse into potential affiliations, rivalries, or points of interest for your character.
Consider these descriptions a first look; more comprehensive details on each faction's history, goals, structure, and secrets are available separately for deeper exploration.
Factions of Ael'tharis
The Magisterium
The ruling body of Ael’tharis, composed of the most powerful and influential mages, scholars, and advisors and led by a rotating group of archmages, the council's primary focus is the prosperity of their people and maintaining the balance of arcane energies on the island. It is also responsible for regulating magical practices, and maintaining diplomatic relations with the other elven factions across the archipelago and the mainland.
The Thaelis Conclave
A group of scholars, primarily mages, dedicated to advancing the understanding of arcane magic. While closely tied to the Magisterium, they operate independently and often debate the ethics of how much the land should be altered by magic.
The Sylvan Quill
An influential organization of historians dedicated to uncovering the lost lore of the elves' Feywild origins. They travel across the archipelago and beyond, seeking knowledge and magic to help preserve and strengthen the elves' influence.
The Dawnwardens
A knightly order charged with defending Ael'tharis and preserving the arcane knowledge of the Sun Elves. Members of the Wardens are often trained in both combat and magic, making them formidable protectors of the island’s interests. They maintain a significant presence in Sera'lyren and are often seen patrolling the shores and ensuring the safety of their people.
The Velarian Keepers
A guild of winegrowers and vintners based in Del’velar, dedicated to perfecting the magical art of winemaking. The Keepers are highly respected for their unique magic, which blends nature and arcane power. They are also one of the wealthiest and most respected factions on the island, with strong influence in both politics and trade.
The Gilded Hand
A powerful merchant consortium based in Thren’lynir, the Gilded Hand controls the trade of rare goods produced by the Sun Elves. While they do not wield official political power, their influence on the island's economy grants them a degree of sway over the council.
Factions of Ael'nareen
The Sena'veryn Circle
The island's prominent druidic order, the Sena'veryn Circle is dedicated to protecting Ael'areen's natural balance and maintaining its connection to the winds. They are closely aligned with the island's rangers and often work alongside the scholars of Galeheart in studying weather patterns and elemental forces.
The Sylaer'quen
A knightly order of rangers who patrol the island on their swift Lirithian Steeds, ensuring that the island remains protected from external threats. The Sylaer'Quen are known for their mastery of archery and their ability to move silently through the windswept landscape.
The Galeheart Conclave
An organization of sorcerers, elementalists, and scholars based in the Galeheart Academy. They are dedicated to the study of air magic and elemental forces, often collaborating with the Sena'veryn Circle on matters related to weather.
The Fael'shelar
The monastery has a unique relationship with the other factions on Ael'nareen, especially the Sena'veryn Circle druids and the Galeheart Conclave. The monastery serves as a bridge between the two groups, with its monks often facilitating dialogue and cooperation on projects related to weather, natural cycles, and magical studies. The monastery also works with the Sylaer'Quen rangers, training them in their unique techniques to enhance their balance, agility, and harmony with their Lirithian Steeds.
The Windcrafters Guild
Based in Nael'vanir, the Windcrafters Guild is a group of artisans and enchanters who specialize in creating magical items that harness the power of the wind. Their creations are highly prized throughout the isles, from enchanted banners that change colors with the breeze to wind chimes that produce calming melodies.
Factions of Ael'eris
The Keepers of the Unfolding Dream
A mystical order of seers, diviners, and illusionists devoted to studying the delicate boundary between dreams and reality. They believe that visions are not mere figments but glimpses into potential futures, and their goal is to understand how these dream-born possibilities shape the waking world. Through their studies, they seek to uncover hidden truths and understand the forces that govern fate.
The Oracles of Shoral'eren
A reclusive and enigmatic order of seers who claim to hold the key to interpreting the island’s visions. Shrouded in mystery, their cryptic prophecies are both revered and feared. Some regard the Oracles as wise sages with insight into the future, while others worry that their words foretell untold dangers. The Oracles are known to speak in riddles, leaving many to wonder whether their guidance is a blessing or a curse.
The Dreamwalkers
A sect of druids who specialize in the magic of dreams and the connection between the material world and the ethereal planes. With a deep understanding of both nature and the spirit realm, the Dreamwalkers work closely with the Keepers of the Unfolding Dream to interpret the dreams of travelers and guide those who seek to explore the spirit world. They are particularly active in the village of Lira'elis, where their influence helps maintain the balance between the waking and dream realms.
The Reverie Sentinels
Though Ael’eris is a sanctuary of peace, it is not without threats. The Reverie Sentinels, a fierce order of rangers and paladins, stand as guardians of the island’s shores. They protect Ael’eris from those who would defile its sacred lands, ensuring that the tranquility and harmony of the island remain undisturbed. Their vigilance is unyielding, and they are ready to defend the island at all costs, whether from internal strife or external invaders.
The Silver Lyre
A vibrant collective of bards, poets, and artists who view Ael’eris as a living canvas, a place where expression flows freely and unbound. The Silver Lyre members travel from settlement to settlement, weaving dreams into song and shaping illusions into living art. Their performances breathe life into ancient tales, ensuring that the stories of Ael’eris are never forgotten. Through their work, they capture the island’s essence, preserving its culture, history, and beauty for future generations.
Factions of Ael'delar
The Vae’loren
A revered order of star-gazers and scholars, the Vae’loren dwell within the Lerin’thalor Sanctum, an observatory devoted to the study of celestial rhythm. They chart the movements of the heavens, seeking patterns hidden within the stars, believing each constellation whispers secrets of destiny. Led by the Grand Astromancer, they offer guidance to rulers and wanderers alike, their words woven with cosmic foresight.
The Nath’soren
As the silent sentinels of Thal’velar, the Nath’soren uphold the sanctity of every oath sworn upon Ael’delar. Masters of truth-binding enchantments, they weave magic into words, ensuring deception cannot take root. Led by the High Keeper, they serve as impartial arbiters, their mere presence a reminder that promises made upon Ael'delar are more than words—they are fate-bound covenants.
The Guardians of Syl’dareth
A sacred order sworn to protect the Syl’dareth, the first tree of the Sun Elves, the Guardians of Syl’dareth ensure the sanctity of the land where elvenkind renews their vows of kinship. Steeped in both martial and mystical traditions, they safeguard the roots of unity, standing watch over the site where the past and future intertwine. Their duty is not only to defend the tree from harm but also to preserve the rituals and traditions tied to its enduring presence.
The Ilen’syl
The ruling body of Ael’delar, the Ilen’syl is composed of esteemed diplomats, scholars, and elders who oversee the island’s governance and external relations. They ensure Ael’delar remains a neutral ground for elvenkind, fostering alliances and mediating disputes between rival factions. Guided by long tradition and quiet deliberation, their wisdom shapes the island’s future, and their decisions carry the weight of generations—bound by the enduring principles of unity, balance, and the shared voice of peace.
The Viel’arethil
An artisan guild devoted to preserving unity through creation, the Viel’arethil shape memory into form across Ael’delar. From the ceremonial bloom-weavers of Elaen’thiras to the gondola artisans of Thelara and the inkbinders of Verel’tharas, each branch of the guild practices a craft rooted in ancestral tradition. Their works—floral offerings, etched vessels, star-map scrolls, and embroidered tapestries—are not made for ornament alone, but for remembrance. Whether marking a vow, honoring a life, or echoing an accord, the Viel’arethil ensure that even the quietest moments are preserved in beauty, and that the island’s harmony is made visible through the hands of its people.