The Five Houses
Fangorn
Eofor
Black Baccara
Ardea Grus
Inkanyamba
In a place far away, there exists a realm where five noble Houses reside.
House Fangorn
At the heart of this realm stands House Fangorn, the sacred House that holds the power of all four elements. It is the centre of balance and harmony, and all other Houses rely on its existence for their survival. House Fangorn is revered by all, for it holds the key to the realm’s prosperity.
To the West
There stands House Black Baccara, possessing the element of fire. Their totem is the black baccara rose, a symbol of devotion and precognition. House Black Baccara is known for their fierce determination and unwavering loyalty. Their powerful alchemists protect the realm from external threats, using different elements with the aid of fire to ward off any danger.
In the South
House Inkanyamba resides, embodying the element of water. Their totem is the mighty water serpent, a creature of great power. House Inkanyamba possesses the ability to manipulate water, using it for healing and nurturing the land. However, the Inkanyamba is also known for great destruction, as it carries heavy storms and tornados in its wake. The people of the Inkanyamba are the caretakers of the realm’s rivers and lakes, ensuring the balance of life and in turn the sleep of the Inkanyamba itself.
To the East
House Ardea Grus stands tall, representing the element of air. Their totem is the crane, a symbol of wisdom and freedom. House Ardea Grus possesses the power to control the winds and harness the energy of the air. They are the scholars and record-keepers of the realm, guiding others with their knowledge and insight into the past.
In the North
House Eofor resides, embodying the element of earth. Their totem is the wild boar, a symbol of life and resilience. House Eofor has a deep connection with the land, using their earth element to cultivate fertile soil and ensure bountiful harvests. They are the protectors of the realm’s forests and mountains. The men and women are equally fierce and renowned warriors.
For aeons, these five Houses co-existed in harmony, each playing a vital role in the realm’s prosperity.
playing a vital role in the realm’s prosperity. House Fangorn, harnessing all four elements, held the power to maintain the delicate balance between the Houses. They ensured that no House became too dominant or neglected, for the survival of the realm depended on their unity.
As time passed, a disturbance began to unsettle the realm. House Adrea Grus, the keepers of the winds and scholars of the realm, were the first to notice the signs. The normally calm and soothing breezes turned into gusts of unrest.
Their scholarly records spoke of an ancient prophecy foretelling of a dark time befalling one of the Houses.
As the days went by, the lands of House Eofor ceased to produce bountiful harvests, and their water supply diminished, despite the diligent care they provided to their fertile fields. The once resilient warriors of Eofor began to show signs of weariness and concern.
House Fangorn, the keeper of balance and harmony, convened a council of the five Houses to discuss the unsettling omens that had befallen the realm. Together, they made a solemn vow to uphold their unity and find a way to ward off the approaching darkness.
In the midst of this gathering, a whisper from the winds revealed a forgotten prophecy hidden deep within the ancient scrolls of House Adrea Grus. It spoke of a time when a great devastation would threaten to disrupt the delicate balance and plunge the realm into chaos.
Realizing the severity of the situation, the Houses turned to their unique elemental gifts and totems to seek answers. House Black Baccara’s seers peered into the flames, searching for guidance. House Inkanyamba called upon the powerful waters to unveil the truth. House Eofor delved into the earth, seeking the roots of the looming darkness. And House Adrea Grus used their mastery of the winds to survey the realm, seeking any hint of the approaching malevolent force.
In their unified pursuit, the five Houses discovered that this was not an external threat, but a deeply rooted imbalance within the realm itself…
This is where your journey BEGINS…