30 Days of Natural History – Day 26: The Oake Island Hornet

Legally protected by statute in the territory of Porthaven due to the belief that the species is endemic exclusively to Oake Island, the Oake Island Hornet is an alarmingly large but unusually docile species of hornet.

30 Days of Natural History – Day 25: Vampires

The existence of Vampires in Realmgard is not disputed — except perhaps by particularly stubborn or eccentric contrarians. However, few people in Realmgard will ever knowingly cross paths with a Vampire.

Encyclopedia Realmgardica: The Establishment of the Brotherhood of the Coasts

In truth, most of Realmgard’s pirates are properly privateers and this privateering is sanctioned by the Brotherhood of the Coasts, which liaises between the various governments of Realmgard and its members.

Encyclopedia Realmgardica: The Continent of Realmgard

As one of the largest continents in Terrace, Realmgard's comparatively expansive landmass and diverse geography has historically facilitated the rise and development of distinct, diverse cultural groups throughout the continent.

Encyclopedia Realmgardica: The Foundation of the League of Creusa

At this early stage, the seven initial Elven settlements entered into a loose confederation known as the League of Creusa after the river that connected the seven settlements. In practice, each of the seven was independent of the others, though each was sworn to the other six to assist in case of invasion from any of the neighbouring city-states that pre-dated the arrival of the Elves.

Encyclopedia Realmgardica: The Flight of the Elves

It is widely said that the history of Realmgard actually begins in the eastern island realm of Archipelago, the ancient homeland of the Elves who laid the foundations of the Elven Empire.

Encyclopedia Realmgardica: The Sinking of the ‘Hammer’

Upon its completion, the Hammer was one of the largest ships ever seen in Realmgard, with seven decks, six sails, a complement of 146 guns and elaborate ornamentation. It also promptly proved itself one of the least seaworthy.