Following the tumultuous Age of Serpents, Thrakdrak entered a period of relative calm. The Serpentine Empire, once mighty and feared, began to crumble from within due to internal strife, rebellion, and the relentless resistance of other races. As the serpentfolk's grip weakened, new heroes and powerful figures emerged, setting the stage for the Age of Legends, a time of epic tales, grand quests, and the forging of new destinies.
Key Factions and Figures
- The Free Peoples Alliance: A coalition of humans, dwarves, elves, and other races who united to overthrow the serpentfolk's rule. Led by the legendary human warrior Aric the Bold , the elven mage Queen Aeloria , and the dwarven king Borin Stonefist , this alliance sought to reclaim their lands and heritage.
- The Reformed Draken: The dragonborn and their dragon kin, now under the leadership of the wise dragonborn sage, Azarath Flamebinder , aimed to rebuild their fractured society and reclaim their lost glory.
- The Alghollthu: Still manipulating from the shadows, the Alghollthu sought to control the emerging powers and prevent any one faction from gaining dominance.
- The Xiomorn Guardians: Led by Karathos the Granite Sovereign, the Xiomorn continued to protect the natural world and its ancient secrets, lending their aid to those who sought to preserve balance.
- The Remnants of the Serpentine Empire: Fractured and leaderless, the remaining serpentfolk, now led by Zassrion's ambitious daughter, Serithra, fought to retain their territories and restore their former power.
Major Events in the Age of Legends
- The Liberation Wars: The Free Peoples Alliance waged a series of epic battles against the serpentfolk, culminating in the Siege of Serpent's Keep, where Aric the Bold slew Serithra in single combat, signaling the end of serpentfolk dominance.
- The Quest for the Heart Fragments: Heroes from various races embarked on quests to find and reunite the scattered fragments of the Heart of Thrakdrak. Each fragment granted unique powers and posed significant challenges, testing the courage and wisdom of those who sought them.
- The Dragon Rebirth: Azarath Flamebinder led the Draken in a ritual to restore the ancient dragons' strength and vitality, forging a new alliance between dragonkind and the Free Peoples.
- The Alghollthu Conspiracy: A group of heroes uncovered a plot by the Alghollthu to manipulate the leaders of the Free Peoples Alliance. This revelation led to a confrontation in the depths of the ocean, where the heroes battled the Overmind Thal'kithar.
- The Xiomorn's Prophecy: Karathos the Granite Sovereign revealed an ancient prophecy foretelling the rise of a new dark power unless the races of Thrakdrak could unite. This prophecy spurred the formation of a grand council to ensure cooperation and prevent future conflicts.
Cultural and Geographical Impact
- Rebuilding and Renaissance: With the fall of the serpentfolk, the Free Peoples Alliance focused on rebuilding their cities, restoring their cultures, and fostering a renaissance of art, magic, and knowledge.
- Heroic Tales: The exploits of legendary heroes like Aric the Bold, Queen Aeloria, and Borin Stonefist became the foundation of new myths and legends, inspiring future generations.
- Sacred Sites: The locations of major battles and significant events from the Liberation Wars and quests for the Heart Fragments became revered sites, often visited by pilgrims and adventurers seeking to draw inspiration or power.
- Balance of Power: The grand council, inspired by the Xiomorn's prophecy, established a new order aimed at maintaining balance and preventing the rise of any one faction to unchecked power. This council included representatives from all major races and factions, ensuring a voice for all.
- Exploration and Discovery: With the world no longer under the serpentfolk's oppressive rule, exploration and discovery flourished. Adventurers set out to uncover lost cities, forgotten relics, and uncharted territories, expanding the known world and its wonders.