At their most basic, the Powers are understood by the philosophers and magicologists of Realmgard to be the underlying reality of the cosmos. Simply put, the Powers are the essence of worldly things. However, interpretations vary from that starting point.
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Notably, there is a green star visible in the night skies of Terrace. In fact, that this green star is visible from any point of Terrace and does not seem to move across the sky like the other stars has led to the recognition that it is clearly of supernatural origin.
In general, for geographic and cartographic purposes, Realmgard is viewed as being the “middle” of the world of Terrace — due in part to the existence of other continents to Realmgard’s east and south.
The origins of the name are the subject of some debate. The most common, though by no means universal, explanation is that 'Terrace' is likely a corruption of the Elven 'Terra est', meaning 'it is the world.'
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Alveric von Strom's been having a rough go of it lately, hasn't he?
Constantine von Braidford: award-winning alchemist, consummate gentleman. Not above thrashing the bad guys with his walking stick.
Alveric von Strom tries again. Lucia's pockets get sad.
